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Hog's Gone Fishin · 08-05-2013, 02:59 PM

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Alex Smith's Accuracy Sparks Chiefs Practice
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aaKansas City Chiefs QB Alex Smith wowed the crowd with pinpoint throws

Kansas City Chiefs QB Alex Smith didn't care that the skies were again overcast during practice on Monday; likely because his accurate throws would've outshined the sun, had it made an appearance.

Smith was on-point, nearly perfect, unofficially completing 17 of 20 passes for three TDs during the roughly two-and-a-half hour practice.

"It’s a reflection of the group,” Smith said. “O-line was great today; it starts with them. They did a good job communicating, especially in the blitz period, third down, everybody was on the same page and then there were guys making plays outside. We got off to a good start but really, I think the spark came from the guys up-front."

Among the many pass-catchers Smith connected with on Monday, Chiefs TE Anthony Fasano continues to play at a very-high level. Smith threw to Fasano three-straight times, late in practice, including one TD.

"He's such a dependable guy, so reliable," Smith said of Fasano. "He has such a great knowledge of the game, a great feel for it, defenses and how they’re playing him and he uses his body so well. He continues to make tough catches. He’s what you’re looking for in a TE, that reliable guy that continues to be open, time after time."

Another of Smith's targets was Chiefs WR Dwayne Bowe, whose best catch on Monday was a one-handed grab in 7-on-7s.

"That’s just him making me look good," Smith said. "There’s not much to it. I threw it up there and let him do the rest."

Bowe described the play from a different perspective.

"No, man," Bowe said of Smith's pass. "He put the ball right on the outside; he saw the inside leverage, and our job is to catch the ball; it happened to be a one-handed catch, but it was a great pass by Alex."

Bowe also shared how he's feeling just days away from the team's first preseason game of the year.

"I’m feeling good,” Bowe said. "We’re going against the best every day at practice, so when we get to the games, we will be ready."

Following Smith, Chiefs QB Chase Daniel stepped in Monday and continues to move the ball effectively, highlighted by his completion to a determined Chiefs TE Tony Moeaki on a third-down play in the red zone.

"Chase did a great job of getting the ball out quick," Moeaki said. "I was just trying to get the ball vertical and it was a third-down play, so getting the first down in the red zone, that’s huge. We as a TE group feel that’s where our number should be called; we’re just trying to help the team score."

Later in 11-on-11s, Chiefs QB Ricky Stanzi closed out the drill with a beauty of a throw for a TD to Chiefs rookie WR Frankie Hammond Jr.

"It was a great throw by Ricky,” Hammond Jr. said. "I kind of pinned the guy inside and he just made a great throw and I went up and got it."

Like the other Chiefs rookies, Hammond Jr. is ready and waiting for his opportunity to shine on Friday night.

"Definitely,” Hammond Jr said. "It’s just ‘lay it out all on the table’; you’ll only get so many opportunities in these preseason games, so when we get out there, we have to make the most of them and go out there and play hard."

The team played hard yet again today, which caught the eye of Chiefs head coach Andy Reid.

"Good work today," coach Reid said.

"This is our fifth day in a row of full contact and going. This is our longest stretch; we’ll have another day tomorrow. So, the guys pushed through a big red zone day today, big 3RD-and-long day today. I thought they traded back and forth, challenging each other and working hard.”

Part of the hard work paid off for the defense in 11-on-11s, when Chiefs DB Otha Foster III was in the right place at the right time for his pick-six INT.

"I was playing free," Foster III said. "The guy dragged across and the QB threw it to him, bounced off his shoulder and landed in my hands. We were going full contact, all the way, tackling to the ground and that’s why I ran it all the way back."

Foster hopes to carry the defensive momentum with him into Friday's road game against the Saints.

"I feel good about that because it’s close to my hometown in Louisiana," he said. "I’m going to have a lot of family there and they love the Saints, except when I’m playing; they’ll be on my side (on) Friday.”

The Chiefs return to the practice field tomorrow, before a day off on Wednesday, travel day to New Orleans on Thursday and then, the real fun begins Friday night at 7:00 PM CDT, from the Mercedes-Benz

**Mav** · 08-14-2013, 11:44 AM

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Originally Posted by GoChargers

Forgetting someone?

Can you really put someone who has had four head coaching jobs in the worst of all time category though?

Now, honest football question. As much as he has proven he is not a good coach, how much of his demise was Aj Smiths awful job at recycling talent, and replacing what was lost?

**Mav** · 08-14-2013, 11:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Buzz_TinBalls

norv is a god damn football sorcerer compared with romeo. kotite is a mere genius in comparison.

Super excited to have him in his natural position in Cleveland. Gonna do wonders for the Browns offense.

Ace Gunner · 08-14-2013, 11:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Mavericks Ace

Super excited to have him in his natural position in Cleveland. Gonna do wonders for the Browns offense.

ya with chud & him the browns should improve offensively. i'm looking forward to a hard & heavy battle when they play the Chiefs.

**Mav** · 08-14-2013, 11:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Buzz_TinBalls

ya with chud & him the browns should improve offensively. i'm looking forward to a hard & heavy battle when they play the Chiefs.

Ummmm hmmmm. Im pulling for who ever needs that win more.

Im already torn, I am trying to put together a trip to come down for that game

**RealSNR** · 08-14-2013, 11:53 AM

Brandon Weeden.

vailpass · 08-14-2013, 11:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Buzz_TinBalls

norv is a god damn football sorcerer compared with romeo. kotite is a mere genius in comparison.

Yes.

**Mav** · 08-14-2013, 11:54 AM

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Originally Posted by SNR

Brandon Weeden.

sighs. Why? That's not even funny.

Although, he did look better in the preseason game than he has ever looked. but, why?

Discuss Thrower · 08-14-2013, 11:56 AM

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Originally Posted by SNR

Brandon Weeden.

PHM

Ace Gunner · 08-14-2013, 11:57 AM

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Originally Posted by SNR

Brandon Weeden.

houston - we has a problem

**Mav** · 08-14-2013, 11:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Buzz_TinBalls

houston - we has a problem

Im secretly optimistic about him. Norv, and Chud both went to Joe Banner, and Michael Lombardi, and said they wanted to coach him. They know qbs. Hell they made Derek Anderson, a pro bowler. I at least want one season to know if hes any good. If hes not, they will know, then they can draft Bryn Renner next year.

**RealSNR** · 08-14-2013, 12:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Mavericks Ace

Im secretly optimistic about him. Norv, and Chud both went to Joe Banner, and Michael Lombardi, and said they wanted to coach him. They know qbs. Hell they made Derek Anderson, a pro bowler. I at least want one season to know if hes any good. If hes not, they will know, then they can draft Bryn Renner next year.

Tell him to get the ball to Gurley. Everything will be fine.

**Mav** · 08-14-2013, 12:09 PM

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Originally Posted by SNR

Tell him to get the ball to Gurley. Everything will be fine.

Sighs. Its not looking good boss. Im hoping he doesn't get cut during first cuts. So at least he can have a true chance in the 4th preseason game.

Every report that comes out is hes a monster.

Tombstone RJ · 08-14-2013, 12:11 PM

Weeden ain't the problem...

**Mav** · 08-14-2013, 12:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Tombstone RJ

Weeden ain't the problem...

Im hoping that Pat Shurmur and his terrible offense was the problem.

GoChargers · 08-14-2013, 12:17 PM

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Originally Posted by vailpass

Norv couldn't win big games but was miles ahead of Romeo and the kid.

Norb had an under .500 record in 15 years as a head coach, and that was with plenty of talent on his teams, too. He's still living off the '90s Cowboys. He sucks ass.

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Hog's Gone Fishin Fish are scared of me Join Date: Nov 2001 Casino cash: $1390477	Alex Smiths accuracy wowing fans http://www.kcchiefs.com/news/article...a-a4b423d11a12 Alex Smith's Accuracy Sparks Chiefs Practice Posted 1 hour ago Reid Ferrin Chiefs Insider KCChiefs.com Email @KCChiefs_Reid aaKansas City Chiefs QB Alex Smith wowed the crowd with pinpoint throws Kansas City Chiefs QB Alex Smith didn't care that the skies were again overcast during practice on Monday; likely because his accurate throws would've outshined the sun, had it made an appearance. Smith was on-point, nearly perfect, unofficially completing 17 of 20 passes for three TDs during the roughly two-and-a-half hour practice. "It’s a reflection of the group,” Smith said. “O-line was great today; it starts with them. They did a good job communicating, especially in the blitz period, third down, everybody was on the same page and then there were guys making plays outside. We got off to a good start but really, I think the spark came from the guys up-front." Among the many pass-catchers Smith connected with on Monday, Chiefs TE Anthony Fasano continues to play at a very-high level. Smith threw to Fasano three-straight times, late in practice, including one TD. "He's such a dependable guy, so reliable," Smith said of Fasano. "He has such a great knowledge of the game, a great feel for it, defenses and how they’re playing him and he uses his body so well. He continues to make tough catches. He’s what you’re looking for in a TE, that reliable guy that continues to be open, time after time." Another of Smith's targets was Chiefs WR Dwayne Bowe, whose best catch on Monday was a one-handed grab in 7-on-7s. "That’s just him making me look good," Smith said. "There’s not much to it. I threw it up there and let him do the rest." Bowe described the play from a different perspective. "No, man," Bowe said of Smith's pass. "He put the ball right on the outside; he saw the inside leverage, and our job is to catch the ball; it happened to be a one-handed catch, but it was a great pass by Alex." Bowe also shared how he's feeling just days away from the team's first preseason game of the year. "I’m feeling good,” Bowe said. "We’re going against the best every day at practice, so when we get to the games, we will be ready." Following Smith, Chiefs QB Chase Daniel stepped in Monday and continues to move the ball effectively, highlighted by his completion to a determined Chiefs TE Tony Moeaki on a third-down play in the red zone. "Chase did a great job of getting the ball out quick," Moeaki said. "I was just trying to get the ball vertical and it was a third-down play, so getting the first down in the red zone, that’s huge. We as a TE group feel that’s where our number should be called; we’re just trying to help the team score." Later in 11-on-11s, Chiefs QB Ricky Stanzi closed out the drill with a beauty of a throw for a TD to Chiefs rookie WR Frankie Hammond Jr. "It was a great throw by Ricky,” Hammond Jr. said. "I kind of pinned the guy inside and he just made a great throw and I went up and got it." Like the other Chiefs rookies, Hammond Jr. is ready and waiting for his opportunity to shine on Friday night. "Definitely,” Hammond Jr said. "It’s just ‘lay it out all on the table’; you’ll only get so many opportunities in these preseason games, so when we get out there, we have to make the most of them and go out there and play hard." The team played hard yet again today, which caught the eye of Chiefs head coach Andy Reid. "Good work today," coach Reid said. "This is our fifth day in a row of full contact and going. This is our longest stretch; we’ll have another day tomorrow. So, the guys pushed through a big red zone day today, big 3RD-and-long day today. I thought they traded back and forth, challenging each other and working hard.” Part of the hard work paid off for the defense in 11-on-11s, when Chiefs DB Otha Foster III was in the right place at the right time for his pick-six INT. "I was playing free," Foster III said. "The guy dragged across and the QB threw it to him, bounced off his shoulder and landed in my hands. We were going full contact, all the way, tackling to the ground and that’s why I ran it all the way back." Foster hopes to carry the defensive momentum with him into Friday's road game against the Saints. "I feel good about that because it’s close to my hometown in Louisiana," he said. "I’m going to have a lot of family there and they love the Saints, except when I’m playing; they’ll be on my side (on) Friday.” The Chiefs return to the practice field tomorrow, before a day off on Wednesday, travel day to New Orleans on Thursday and then, the real fun begins Friday night at 7:00 PM CDT, from the Mercedes-Benz
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