Priest Holmes to retire Wednesday per NFL.com - Page 5

brent102fire · 11-20-2007, 10:19 PM

Banged-up Chiefs RB Holmes expected to retire
By Adam Schefter | NFL Network

Kansas City Chiefs running back Priest Holmes is expected to retire after suffering another neck injury Sunday and meeting with doctors this week. An announcement could come as early as Wednesday.

One source familiar with the situation said Tuesday night: "He is retiring for sure. Noon press conference on Wednesday."

However, a Chiefs spokesman denied that and said that Holmes still is weighing his options.

A three-time Pro Bowler, Holmes was one of the league's top running backs from 2001-05, rushing for almost 6,000 yards and scoring a then-record 27 touchdowns in 2003. His career appeared to be over when he sustained neck and spinal injuries during a game at San Diego in October 2005 and spent the next two years completely away from the game.

But he called the Chiefs shortly before they went to training camp in July and told them he had seen himself in a dream playing football again and wanted to stage a comeback.

Holmes capped a remarkable comeback story when he was activated in Week 7 against the Oakland Raiders. Holmes made two recent starts for the Chiefs and gained 137 yards on 46 attempts in four games.

Holmes would retire as the Chiefs' all-time leading rusher with 6,070 yards. He has rushed for 8,172 yards in his 11-year career with Baltimore and Kansas City.

The Chiefs, who traded running back Michael Bennett to Tampa Bay last month and possibly lost Larry Johnson for the season with a mysterious foot injury, could turn to rookie Kolby Smith to start against the Raiders on Sunday. Smith, a fifth-round selection out of Louisville, has rushed for 19 yards on 10 attempts this season.

http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=090...o&confirm=true

ChiefaRoo · 11-21-2007, 02:52 AM

Something odd is going on here. The timing of this reeks. I don't care if he retires or not but there is more here than meets the proverbial eye.

Micjones · 11-21-2007, 03:48 AM

Unbelievable.

I wish the guy well.
No sense in messing around with your health.
Get out now and enjoy the rest of your life Priest.
Thanks for the memories.

hawkchief · 11-21-2007, 03:49 AM

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Originally Posted by ChiefaRoo

Something odd is going on here. The timing of this reeks. I don't care if he retires or not but there is more here than meets the proverbial eye.

There's almost always more than meets the eye when it comes to Carl and the Chiefs PR.

Also, the take-home from Trent and Priest this year is, if you are dinged up above the neck, and over 30, stay down, hang it up and take your millions and retire.

Hanging around looking for more glory and/or more dough is not a good idea. Both of these guys will be fortunate if they haven't caused themselves long-term physical issues - for what, a couple of fricking extra games???

Ultra Peanut · 11-21-2007, 05:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Hootie

Thank GOD, Denver would own the draft next year

HAHAHAHAHA THAT GUY GOT SHOT

mikey23545 · 11-21-2007, 06:13 AM

Unbelievable...The 2007 season delivers one last suckerpunch, then slithers off into the night...

Good luck, Priest....

Consistent1 · 11-21-2007, 07:29 AM

If Priest hadn't tried to pull a "Roger Clemens", then maybe this wouldn't have happened. I never have understood how Clemens would come back late every damn year. RC knew when the season started and should have been there then. You have to prepare for pro sports, period. Holmes made his chances to survive much worse by showing up in crappy shape. I know there will be guys that bitch and say that isn't true, but I believe it. Then the LJ deal suddenly puts him on the spot. If Priest really wanted to take his chances again, he should have been in spot-on shape before training camp even began. They held his ass out a long time, but even an older guy like Strahan comes back and plays pretty well almost immediately. Why is that? Good luck to him, shouldn't have chanced it really.

**HemiEd** · 11-21-2007, 07:32 AM

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Originally Posted by GOATSE

No. It was legit.

Bad stuff happens to good people.

I agree, the look on his face after that tackle said a lot. It is a sad day.

MichaelH · 11-21-2007, 07:42 AM

A few weeks back I said I wonder how optimistic he'll be after playing behind that offensive line and the play calling. I do believe he was trying to make a comeback but there had to be some kind of stunt involved. I'm not a professional athlete and I have the sense to know not to get behind that offensive line if I had already had a career threatening injury.

Frankie · 11-21-2007, 09:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Zouk

Raiders running back Lamont Jordan asked the team to release him this week, and he just might get his wish.......

The Chiefs could be without Larry Johnson the rest of the season. Jordan played for Herm Edwards with the Jets and remains close to the Chiefs' coach.

Will the real LJ please stand up?!

Chief Faithful · 11-21-2007, 10:29 AM

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Originally Posted by AutumnWind

KC cheaps are in deep trouble with no Diaper Boy or Holmes.

Just the opposite this means the Chiefs will have to open up the offense and score points like an arena league team.

Simply Red · 11-21-2007, 11:43 AM

We're so screwed. `DRAFT *clap*, *clap*, *clap* PICK!`

Katie · 11-21-2007, 11:46 AM

I don't remember Gilbert Harris??? Did he play in pre-season and if so, how did he look?

ClevelandBronco · 11-21-2007, 11:52 AM

Deep respect from a rival fan. Mr. Holmes was the real deal.

StcChief · 11-21-2007, 11:57 AM

Priest valiant effort to get back in football shape for 2007..... can't carry the load. hang 'em up will you can still walk.

Chief Henry · 11-21-2007, 12:12 PM

THanks for the memories Priest. You had a great run here in KC. We loved your efforts. I just wish DV would have had a Defense for you and Trent.

Your name will be up on the KC Ring of fame.

11-20-2007, 10:19 PM
brent102fire Perfection Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Ladera Ranch, CA Casino cash: $10004900	Priest Holmes to retire Wednesday per NFL.com Banged-up Chiefs RB Holmes expected to retire By Adam Schefter \| NFL Network Kansas City Chiefs running back Priest Holmes is expected to retire after suffering another neck injury Sunday and meeting with doctors this week. An announcement could come as early as Wednesday. One source familiar with the situation said Tuesday night: "He is retiring for sure. Noon press conference on Wednesday." However, a Chiefs spokesman denied that and said that Holmes still is weighing his options. A three-time Pro Bowler, Holmes was one of the league's top running backs from 2001-05, rushing for almost 6,000 yards and scoring a then-record 27 touchdowns in 2003. His career appeared to be over when he sustained neck and spinal injuries during a game at San Diego in October 2005 and spent the next two years completely away from the game. But he called the Chiefs shortly before they went to training camp in July and told them he had seen himself in a dream playing football again and wanted to stage a comeback. Holmes capped a remarkable comeback story when he was activated in Week 7 against the Oakland Raiders. Holmes made two recent starts for the Chiefs and gained 137 yards on 46 attempts in four games. Holmes would retire as the Chiefs' all-time leading rusher with 6,070 yards. He has rushed for 8,172 yards in his 11-year career with Baltimore and Kansas City. The Chiefs, who traded running back Michael Bennett to Tampa Bay last month and possibly lost Larry Johnson for the season with a mysterious foot injury, could turn to rookie Kolby Smith to start against the Raiders on Sunday. Smith, a fifth-round selection out of Louisville, has rushed for 19 yards on 10 attempts this season. http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=090...o&confirm=true
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11-21-2007, 02:52 AM	#61
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11-21-2007, 03:48 AM	#62
Micjones Whose house? Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: KCMO Casino cash: $10005180	Unbelievable. I wish the guy well. No sense in messing around with your health. Get out now and enjoy the rest of your life Priest. Thanks for the memories.
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11-21-2007, 06:13 AM	#65
mikey23545 MVP Join Date: Aug 2000 Casino cash: $10015321	Unbelievable...The 2007 season delivers one last suckerpunch, then slithers off into the night... Good luck, Priest....
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11-21-2007, 07:29 AM	#66
Consistent1 _____________ Join Date: Aug 2005 Casino cash: $10004900	If Priest hadn't tried to pull a "Roger Clemens", then maybe this wouldn't have happened. I never have understood how Clemens would come back late every damn year. RC knew when the season started and should have been there then. You have to prepare for pro sports, period. Holmes made his chances to survive much worse by showing up in crappy shape. I know there will be guys that bitch and say that isn't true, but I believe it. Then the LJ deal suddenly puts him on the spot. If Priest really wanted to take his chances again, he should have been in spot-on shape before training camp even began. They held his ass out a long time, but even an older guy like Strahan comes back and plays pretty well almost immediately. Why is that? Good luck to him, shouldn't have chanced it really.
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11-21-2007, 07:42 AM	#68
MichaelH Go Chiefs! Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Gastonia, North Carolina Casino cash: $9192006	A few weeks back I said I wonder how optimistic he'll be after playing behind that offensive line and the play calling. I do believe he was trying to make a comeback but there had to be some kind of stunt involved. I'm not a professional athlete and I have the sense to know not to get behind that offensive line if I had already had a career threatening injury.
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11-21-2007, 11:52 AM	#73
ClevelandBronco I'm with the banned. Join Date: Sep 2006 Casino cash: $5658955	Deep respect from a rival fan. Mr. Holmes was the real deal.
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11-21-2007, 11:57 AM	#74
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11-21-2007, 12:12 PM	#75
Chief Henry MVP Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: IOWA Casino cash: $10005088	THanks for the memories Priest. You had a great run here in KC. We loved your efforts. I just wish DV would have had a Defense for you and Trent. Your name will be up on the KC Ring of fame. __________________ Patrick Mahomes...The only QB to ever play in the NFL with at least 5,000 passing yards in a single season and 5,000 passing yards in a single college season.
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