Chiefs News Etc 8/16/12

[Ace Gunner]

(In accordance with daface's mega thread thread, here's a "Chiefs News Today" thread.)

I listened to the local WHB broadcast this morning. They had Chris Carter & Jeff Chadiha on discussing the D Bo situation.

Carter said he's worked with Bowe each of the last 3 off seasons and he feels that if Bowe kept himself in shape, he could have a breakout season and "become an elite player, he is close, he just needs to raise his level of play to that next level". Carter went on to say he thinks Bowe feels he has been slighted perhaps, and will likely have a bumpy beginning to the season due to not knowing the playbook. Carter feels Bowe is "very coachable and has grown out of his immaturity", but this experience could break his spirit to play for the Chiefs in the future.

Carter was asked who wins the division, he picked Denver.

Jeff Chadiha is writing a book on WR's with Cris Carter, their comments on the scope of this book were interesting. Chadiha spent time discussing Bowe's contributions to the Chiefs and said the team has little chance of winning the division without Bowe, Carter paraphrased as well. Basically said what most of us here say -- having Bowe and the supporting cast will be "scary to other teams when those guys get off the bus" said Cris Carter.

There was a segment on Anthony Pleasant and his view of Glenn Dorsey. Pleasant said Dorsey is the leader of the DL and he likes how he is playing, yada yada, didn't really amount to a lot more than coach speak, but the "leader" comment was interesting I guess.

Chiefs TC breaks today. That is all I have right now. Maybe someone else can fill in other details, etc.

[Black Bob]

Originally Posted by Chiefnj2

Preseason week 1 Baldwin and Breaston = zero receptions. Edge to Bowe.

Despite no receptions that is probably the best the offense has looked since 2003. We don't need Bowe.

[saphojunkie]

There are so many things that could be wrong with his heel.

- Bursitis. There are bursa sacs that insulate the bones around your heel. They can become inflamed and it causes a hot pain in the heel. I've had bursitis in my heel, and the weird thing is that sometimes your ankle hurts, sometimes your heel does, and sometimes it feels 100% normal. It's bizarre.

- Achilles tendonitis. Not awesome. Very not awesome.

- Bone spur. Little parts of the bone sticking out agitating the tendons.

The problem is that there are so many connective bones and ligaments in the ankle, it's hard to pinpoint the problem. It could be a bruise on the bone, one tendon that is strained, or a stress fracture.

Still, I'd like to think that, even if he's not fully healed, he'll still play when it matters.

[the Talking Can]

Originally Posted by BlackBob

Despite no receptions that is probably the best the offense has looked since 2003. We don't need Bowe.

seriously, we have Cassel...

he's good with any WRs, just like Brady

[Chiefnj2]

Originally Posted by saphojunkie

Still, I'd like to think that, even if he's not fully healed, he'll still play when it matters.

There was a good discussion on Mike & Mike this morning between Golic and Wiley about NFL players playing through injuries. They all do it at the time but say looking back they wish they didn't because it hurt them long term. Whenever you have an injury and try to play through it, you overcompensate and end up injuring another body part and it tends to build in severity.

[Micjones]

Originally Posted by saphojunkie

There are so many things that could be wrong with his heel.

- Bursitis. There are bursa sacs that insulate the bones around your heel. They can become inflamed and it causes a hot pain in the heel. I've had bursitis in my heel, and the weird thing is that sometimes your ankle hurts, sometimes your heel does, and sometimes it feels 100% normal. It's bizarre.

- Achilles tendonitis. Not awesome. Very not awesome.

- Bone spur. Little parts of the bone sticking out agitating the tendons.

The problem is that there are so many connective bones and ligaments in the ankle, it's hard to pinpoint the problem. It could be a bruise on the bone, one tendon that is strained, or a stress fracture.

Still, I'd like to think that, even if he's not fully healed, he'll still play when it matters.

Plantar fasciitis.

[Micjones]

Originally Posted by Chiefnj2

There was a good discussion on Mike & Mike this morning between Golic and Wiley about NFL players playing through injuries. They all do it at the time but say looking back they wish they didn't because it hurt them long term. Whenever you have an injury and try to play through it, you overcompensate and end up injuring another body part and it tends to build in severity.

Flowers always seems to be playing through something.

[RUSH]

Not Chiefs news, but relevant since it could be the benchmark for Albert's contract.

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com...-53-4-million/

Duane Brown deal announced, reportedly worth $53.4 million

Posted by Josh Alper on August 16, 2012, 3:10 PM EDT

The Texans have officially announced left tackle Duane Brown’s contract extension.

“We are thrilled to have solidified our offensive line with this extension for Duane,” said Texans Executive Vice President of Football Operations and General Manager Rick Smith in a statement from the team. “We believe Duane is an outstanding young left tackle who has the determination, commitment and ability to develop into one of the NFL’s top performers. It’s also an exciting day for our organization. We’ve laid the foundation for sustained success and this is an important step in building on that and toward a championship.”

The team did not announce any terms of the deal, but John McClain of the Houston Chronicle reports that it is for six years and $53.4 million. That’s an average of just under $9 million per season, which is a pretty good price for a left tackle turning 27 this month and coming off a season that saw him named a second-team All-Pro. Per McClain, the extension kicks in after this season —Brown will make $2.08 million this year — and guarantees the tackle upward of $22 million.

Linebacker Connor Barwin is also reportedly on the team’s radar for an extension. If he gets one, the Texans would then likely turn their attention toward figuring out how to move forward with quarterback Matt Schaub as he approaches free agency after the 2012 season.

[the Talking Can]

seeing multiple doctors, and not knowing why it isn't healing...not what I want to hear...

[Buehler445]

Originally Posted by Micjones

Plantar fasciitis.

That is a fairly common diagnosis and wouldn't necessarily be looking for a reason it "won't heal".

But you can run through plantar Fasciitis. I'm betting that's not it.

****. We need Flowers. BAD.

[Chiefnj2]

It's not all bad until you read that he is flying out to meet with James Andrews.

[Sofa King]

I'm liking the new thread every day idea more and more.

[DaFace]

Originally Posted by Hulk Hogan

I'm liking the new thread every day idea more and more.

It's certainly easier to follow I think. However, IMO I think the bigger point is - if someone wants to post a new thread about a topic, go for it. Even if there's an article posted in a thread like this or one of the true "mega" threads, people like it when different topics have their own threads, so we shouldn't berate people for starting new threads when there's an interesting topic that deserves its own.

[Black Bob]

Originally Posted by the Talking Can

seriously, we have Cassel...

he's good with any WRs, just like Brady

He's all we got. How are you going to make it better right now? Why cry about it?

[King_Chief_Fan]

Originally Posted by Chiefnj2

Preseason week 1 Baldwin and Breaston = zero receptions. Edge to Bowe.

no....it proves we don't need any stinkin receivers except for McCluster

[Black Bob]

Originally Posted by Micjones

Flowers always seems to be playing through something.

Flowers has missed time every year. Last year, was the first year he started every game. However, he did get hurt and come out of some. I definately think we should rest him all preseason. Let the other guys play because they will probably be playing at some point this year.