Chiefs Ten Things About Today's EIGHTH STRAIGHT Win - Page 4

**gblowfish** · 10:07 AM

Ten Things About Today's Game

10. Before we begin, I'd like to thank "Phobia" (Phil) for sitting in for me last week. On Friday I had a little medical scare that ended with some poking and prodding and a machine that goes BING taped up to my tits at the doctor's office, and after getting out of there, I learned my best friend Gary's dad passed away that same morning. So it knew I would be highly distracted for a few days and couldn't even do my normal mediocre job of writing about a rainy, sloppy Chiefs-Bolts game. I did read the entire thread though, and from the various pointed comments learned that many of you think I'm long winded, or don't like when I mention stuff like where I went (today was Johnny's Tavern in Lee's Summit) or what I ate (Cheeseburger) or drank (Boulevard wheat) or who I hung out with (Gary's first day out after burying his dad on Thursday). I'll try not to talk about stuff like that this week, OK?

9. When the Chiefs were 1-5 the CP had basically melted down, and we were talking tanking for a draft pick. Andy Reid has now ran off eight straight, and that's a miraculous accomplishment no matter how you slice it. The last team in the AFC to go 1-5 and make the playoffs were the 1970 Cincinnati Bengals. So it's been 45 years since a team pulled that off. We haven't pulled it off yet, but things certainly look much brighter for us than they did after the Bears Game, when we blew a lead in the last two minutes and Charles went out for the year. No matter what happens from here on out, you have to applaud Reid for keeping his team engaged, and not giving up. Character matters in the league. That's the truth.

8. Usually the goal of a playoff team is to win all or most home games, and go at least .500 on the road. So anytime you win a road game, even if it's over a team down to their third string QB and missing virtually every star player on their roster to injury (Flacco, Steve Smith, Suggs, etc) you still appreciate the win. This would have been a classic Chiefs trap game, where they go out a lay a turd. KC got an early lead, got tied briefly in the first quarter, then basically ran away and hid the rest of the game. We all know Alex does not play catch up well, but generally does quite well when protecting a lead. That's what happened today, and except for one stupid Hail Mary play, the defense won the game. More on that later.

7. It's maddening that KC's QB threw for negative yards! Just kidding, I'm talking about Chase Daniel. And he did throw for -2 yards. If I told you going in that the Ravens' third string QB would throw for 100 more yards than Alex, throw the ball 20 more times than Alex, and throw twice as many TDs as Alex, you'd think Alex had a bad day. He didn't have a great day, but as the game wore on, Andy's play calling got more an more conservative. Alex did pretty well, got Kelce back involved in the mix, got a TD to Maclin -remember last year, ZERO TD's to wide outs?- and had a couple nice runs to get out of trouble. He was sacked three times, but did not turn the ball over. Alex was basic Alex, and today that was good enough. I'll take that every time it means a win.

6. The defense won the game, but there's still some cause for concern. The defensive front wall was missing in action all day. Poe, Bailey, Devito, no sacks, not many tackles. Howard had one sack, but not much else. All the leading tacklers for KC were linebackers and defensive backs. DJ and Berry were in on the most stops, which shows you how much of a blow it was losing them both for the season last year. I guess we can keep Dee Ford's Pro Bowl appearance on ice for awhile, he made one nice play...one...and the rest of the day was pretty much invisible. Tamba tipped a pass, and that was about it for him. 14 points from defensive turnovers -the Branch fumble return and Peters pick six, matched the offense's efforts for TDs today. If you get 14 points from your defense, you should win, and this win was by 20 points going away.

5. Marcus Peters can make you cringe or cry with joy. The Ravens were picking on him for a good part of the game. Peters was playing off in coverage, bouncing off tackles he should have made, tried to strip balls when he should have been tackling. But the kid is a ball hawk. His pick six was the dagger in the second half, and his second pick snuffed all chances period for Baltimore to attempt a comeback. I told Gary after the Hail Mary that Baltimore had used up all its luck for the game on that play, and the defense would adjust and shut down Clausen in the second half. And that's exactly what they did. Kudos to Sutton for adjusting at halftime, and slamming the door on the road.

4. The Brazilian Midget did a great job today. He nailed a 53 yarder, not an easy kick in December in an unknown stadium, and that pad let the Chiefs keep a two possession lead going in to halftime. Hammond was lousy on punt returns again this week. When DAT gets over his concussion, Hammond is at Sears selling Lady Kenmores. Kudos to special teams for stopping the fake punt. Baltimore's special teams is their best remaining unit. They beat Cleveland by blocking a field goal a few weeks ago. They're above average,so sniffing out the fake punt and stopping it was a big momentum changer. Nice to stick that sneaky stuff right back up Harbaugh's ass. Well done.

3. KC went conservative in the second half, punting at least twice in no man's land just over midfield. Third down conversion was just under 40%, which is tolerable, and the team was better on avoiding penalties. KC had one less than the Ravens: KC was 6 for 55 yards, Baltimore 7 for 63 yards. If you can get more penalties called on the home team, you're playing smart football.

2. Andy was slow pulling out his red flag for a challenge in the fourth quarter on a two feet in catch for Baltimore. But as luck would have it, Clausen did a hurry up call on the next play to get the ball snapped, threw the ball into triple coverage, hit Peters right in the two-two and it was a 90 yard pick six. Karma's a bitch when you try to cheat the Football Gods. I told Gary before that drive that Clausen was either going to lose the ball in a sack or throw a pick. He ain't Phyllis Rivers, and ain't gonna convert three fourth downs in one drive. Sure enough, he spit it right up. Third string QBs will eventually kill you.

1. The last time the Chiefs made the playoffs, they ran off a bunch of early wins against a laundry list of teams who had been decimated by injuries. We all know the story about how KC beat a long list of second string QBs. Then went to Denver, got an ass kicking, played mediocre football the rest of the way and blew a 28 point halftime lead at Indy. We all know the nightmare. I tend to take wins like today with a bit of reservation and suspicion. Yes, good teams should win games like today. Yes, the Chiefs were the better team - they didn't fall in a trap. They look poised to make the playoffs for sure; possibly even win the division if the chips don't fall right for Denver. I think this team has much more backbone on defense now than two years ago. I don't see them melting down if they get a lead. The problem is, Alex has to get them that lead, because it's highly doubtful he's going to bring a team back against a playoff caliber opponent. The cool thing is, every team in the AFC has warts now. Five Head and Luck are still hurt. New England lost their running game, and the last time we played Brady we kicked his ass at Arrowhead. Rapistburger is one good hit away from being down and out. Fitzpatrick with the Jets? Seriously? That guy is a fuzzy sawed off Cassel-like journeyman. There's no team, not one, in the AFC that KC can't beat. But I still have that nagging battered wife syndrome... Because....Chiefs. I'm trying to be optimistic as Lucy is teeing up the ball for me one more time. Next up, I think we should all bring a bunch of Sonic cups into Arrowhead next Sunday and wave them at Bowe. If he even makes the trip and suits up.

The Browns game comes after Christmas, so let me take a moment to wish each and every one of you CPers... even the bat shit crazy ones in the DC section - a MERRY CHRISTMAS. and all the best to you and yours. See you next week.

Why Not? · 12-20-2015, 11:00 PM

Great as always. I've never read anyone complain about "ten things". Was it Bricks? Or that smellypits guy? Your details of your adventures make the write up what is is. Don't change shit. Merry Xmas.

**Mr. Flopnuts** · 12-20-2015, 11:02 PM

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Originally Posted by gblowfish

I went back and watched the Hailed Mary. Milkman is right, it was Berry and Branch who allowed it. I knew Berry wiffed on the jump ball, but I though it was Peters (22) who failed to tackle Aiken after he caught the ball as a trailer on the three yard line. Smith just stood there, Branch failed to bring the guy down. When the ball was thrown OUTSIDE the end zone, really no reason to let a play like this happen. But yes, I thought it was 22 and it was 27, those numbers look a lot alike in a noisy bar. And Aiken #11 had punked Peters for most of the first half, so I thought Peters had him as the trailer. My bad.

I give you credit for giving it where it's due.

**Mr. Flopnuts** · 12-20-2015, 11:04 PM

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Originally Posted by MahiMike

I always appreciate these write ups since I rarely get to see them play. Even red zone rarely shows our team much

Are you not much of a fan, or can you not afford Sunday Ticket, and too dumb to stream? Just curious.

12-20-2015, 11:14 PM

Much better than the idiot from last week.

**gblowfish** · 12-20-2015, 11:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Phobia

Much better than the idiot from last week.

Heh....I'm glad I didn't say "Andy has pulled it off eight straight weeks." That would be bad.

Thanks again Phil. I thought your write up last week was terrific, and I hope you post more often around here. It makes it more fun for all. Hope you have a fantastic Christmas.

**Buehler445** · 12-20-2015, 11:31 PM

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Originally Posted by JASONSAUTO

George, you just keep writing how you write.

**** every one else

This. Phobia did a nice job, but there isn't a damn thing wrong with your production.

**Buehler445** · 12-20-2015, 11:33 PM

Right with you on point number 1. There isn't a lot you can point at for being a big hole. Maybe points off turnovers not being sustainable, but this looks to be a solid team.

But Christ almighty I don't feel good about heading into the playoffs.

Halfcan · 12-21-2015, 12:01 AM

Great write up as always!

A win is a win and I am glad we put it to the Ravens at home.

We have two home games left to fix some of the problems that keep showing up week after week.

Special teams are going to cost us in the playoffs. Hamsalad Jr. didn't muff this week but cost us huge in field position yet again. Why does he think running backwards 20 yards is a good idea? Fair catch the damned ball or just plow ahead and take the 3-5 yards. Toub will be looking for a job after this year. We have the worst special teams in the NFL.

Defense seemed to be asleep on the opening drive. We did not have much pressure all day. I don't think they took the Ravens seriously.

Andy went ultra conservative most of the game and it was pretty easy to figure out what was coming next. West ran into a lot of stacked lines. Alex once again clocked in, did the minimum and went home a winner.

8 in a row is a nice streak-and with the Cheating Donks choking anything can happen the rest of the season.

My son is in town on a leave from the Navy. I am looking to surprise him with Chiefs tickets if anyone has any. Nosebleed are fine. Need 4.

Go Chiefs!!

**Buehler445** · 12-21-2015, 02:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Halfcan

Great write up as always!

A win is a win and I am glad we put it to the Ravens at home.

We have two home games left to fix some of the problems that keep showing up week after week.

Special teams are going to cost us in the playoffs. Hamsalad Jr. didn't muff this week but cost us huge in field position yet again. Why does he think running backwards 20 yards is a good idea? Fair catch the damned ball or just plow ahead and take the 3-5 yards. Toub will be looking for a job after this year. We have the worst special teams in the NFL.

Defense seemed to be asleep on the opening drive. We did not have much pressure all day. I don't think they took the Ravens seriously.

Andy went ultra conservative most of the game and it was pretty easy to figure out what was coming next. West ran into a lot of stacked lines. Alex once again clocked in, did the minimum and went home a winner.

8 in a row is a nice streak-and with the Cheating Donks choking anything can happen the rest of the season.

My son is in town on a leave from the Navy. I am looking to surprise him with Chiefs tickets if anyone has any. Nosebleed are fine. Need 4.

Go Chiefs!!

Overreact much? We aren't the worst in the league. By a mile.

Don't disagree with anything else. It should bear noting Baltimore has been kind of a thorn in our side as well. Not as bad as the Colts, but we can't ever seem to beat them (except when Richardson is around to demolish the murdering ****) and they have fisted us in the playoffs.

Yeah, they were almost down to running out cheerleaders, but I'm glad we ****ing got them. **** them. In the face.

Chief Henry · 12-21-2015, 04:34 AM

Glad you are feeling better and I go against the grain from last week. I enjoy reading what you do prior to each game and what is going on in your life....as usual, I also enjoy your 10 things every week...On KC first TD, that might be the finest execution by our O line I've seen all season. I replayed that particular play over 4-5 times and it was perfect.

Our special teams play started shaky, opening kick off is run out of end zone from 7 yards deep and we only get to the 11 yard line. Our kick coverage allowed a long kickoff return to help setup the Ravens first TD. After we stopped the fake punt and scored we sent the house on the Ravens next punt attempt and ran into the punter and gave the Ravens an extra set of downs. Those mistakes have to be eliminated.

Danguardace · 12-21-2015, 05:01 AM

Great read as always.

Only things to add;

1. I felt a great sense of Pride when I saw an empty stadium except for a miniature Sea of Red at the end of the game. Add to How many Chiefs fans came over here to London Chiefs really have a passionate fan base.

2. Marcus Peters TD celebration...

Mosbonian · 12-21-2015, 06:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Flopnuts

Are you not much of a fan, or can you not afford Sunday Ticket, and too dumb to stream? Just curious.

Seems a bit harsh.....maybe some people live their regular life on Sundays or have obligations that don't allow them to go to a bar.

**bevischief** · 12-21-2015, 07:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Bwana

Hope you are doing well buddy and fantastic read as always!

I agree.

BlackHelicopters · 12-21-2015, 08:07 AM

Nicely written. Thank you.

Sully · 12-21-2015, 08:10 AM

10 things has gone to shit since phobia left...

12-20-2015, 06:40 PM
gblowfish Be Kind To Your Pets Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Glorious Independence, MO Casino cash: $16886178 VARSITY	Ten Things About Today's EIGHTH STRAIGHT Win Ten Things About Today's Game 10. Before we begin, I'd like to thank "Phobia" (Phil) for sitting in for me last week. On Friday I had a little medical scare that ended with some poking and prodding and a machine that goes BING taped up to my tits at the doctor's office, and after getting out of there, I learned my best friend Gary's dad passed away that same morning. So it knew I would be highly distracted for a few days and couldn't even do my normal mediocre job of writing about a rainy, sloppy Chiefs-Bolts game. I did read the entire thread though, and from the various pointed comments learned that many of you think I'm long winded, or don't like when I mention stuff like where I went (today was Johnny's Tavern in Lee's Summit) or what I ate (Cheeseburger) or drank (Boulevard wheat) or who I hung out with (Gary's first day out after burying his dad on Thursday). I'll try not to talk about stuff like that this week, OK? 9. When the Chiefs were 1-5 the CP had basically melted down, and we were talking tanking for a draft pick. Andy Reid has now ran off eight straight, and that's a miraculous accomplishment no matter how you slice it. The last team in the AFC to go 1-5 and make the playoffs were the 1970 Cincinnati Bengals. So it's been 45 years since a team pulled that off. We haven't pulled it off yet, but things certainly look much brighter for us than they did after the Bears Game, when we blew a lead in the last two minutes and Charles went out for the year. No matter what happens from here on out, you have to applaud Reid for keeping his team engaged, and not giving up. Character matters in the league. That's the truth. 8. Usually the goal of a playoff team is to win all or most home games, and go at least .500 on the road. So anytime you win a road game, even if it's over a team down to their third string QB and missing virtually every star player on their roster to injury (Flacco, Steve Smith, Suggs, etc) you still appreciate the win. This would have been a classic Chiefs trap game, where they go out a lay a turd. KC got an early lead, got tied briefly in the first quarter, then basically ran away and hid the rest of the game. We all know Alex does not play catch up well, but generally does quite well when protecting a lead. That's what happened today, and except for one stupid Hail Mary play, the defense won the game. More on that later. 7. It's maddening that KC's QB threw for negative yards! Just kidding, I'm talking about Chase Daniel. And he did throw for -2 yards. If I told you going in that the Ravens' third string QB would throw for 100 more yards than Alex, throw the ball 20 more times than Alex, and throw twice as many TDs as Alex, you'd think Alex had a bad day. He didn't have a great day, but as the game wore on, Andy's play calling got more an more conservative. Alex did pretty well, got Kelce back involved in the mix, got a TD to Maclin -remember last year, ZERO TD's to wide outs?- and had a couple nice runs to get out of trouble. He was sacked three times, but did not turn the ball over. Alex was basic Alex, and today that was good enough. I'll take that every time it means a win. 6. The defense won the game, but there's still some cause for concern. The defensive front wall was missing in action all day. Poe, Bailey, Devito, no sacks, not many tackles. Howard had one sack, but not much else. All the leading tacklers for KC were linebackers and defensive backs. DJ and Berry were in on the most stops, which shows you how much of a blow it was losing them both for the season last year. I guess we can keep Dee Ford's Pro Bowl appearance on ice for awhile, he made one nice play...one...and the rest of the day was pretty much invisible. Tamba tipped a pass, and that was about it for him. 14 points from defensive turnovers -the Branch fumble return and Peters pick six, matched the offense's efforts for TDs today. If you get 14 points from your defense, you should win, and this win was by 20 points going away. 5. Marcus Peters can make you cringe or cry with joy. The Ravens were picking on him for a good part of the game. Peters was playing off in coverage, bouncing off tackles he should have made, tried to strip balls when he should have been tackling. But the kid is a ball hawk. His pick six was the dagger in the second half, and his second pick snuffed all chances period for Baltimore to attempt a comeback. I told Gary after the Hail Mary that Baltimore had used up all its luck for the game on that play, and the defense would adjust and shut down Clausen in the second half. And that's exactly what they did. Kudos to Sutton for adjusting at halftime, and slamming the door on the road. 4. The Brazilian Midget did a great job today. He nailed a 53 yarder, not an easy kick in December in an unknown stadium, and that pad let the Chiefs keep a two possession lead going in to halftime. Hammond was lousy on punt returns again this week. When DAT gets over his concussion, Hammond is at Sears selling Lady Kenmores. Kudos to special teams for stopping the fake punt. Baltimore's special teams is their best remaining unit. They beat Cleveland by blocking a field goal a few weeks ago. They're above average,so sniffing out the fake punt and stopping it was a big momentum changer. Nice to stick that sneaky stuff right back up Harbaugh's ass. Well done. 3. KC went conservative in the second half, punting at least twice in no man's land just over midfield. Third down conversion was just under 40%, which is tolerable, and the team was better on avoiding penalties. KC had one less than the Ravens: KC was 6 for 55 yards, Baltimore 7 for 63 yards. If you can get more penalties called on the home team, you're playing smart football. 2. Andy was slow pulling out his red flag for a challenge in the fourth quarter on a two feet in catch for Baltimore. But as luck would have it, Clausen did a hurry up call on the next play to get the ball snapped, threw the ball into triple coverage, hit Peters right in the two-two and it was a 90 yard pick six. Karma's a bitch when you try to cheat the Football Gods. I told Gary before that drive that Clausen was either going to lose the ball in a sack or throw a pick. He ain't Phyllis Rivers, and ain't gonna convert three fourth downs in one drive. Sure enough, he spit it right up. Third string QBs will eventually kill you. 1. The last time the Chiefs made the playoffs, they ran off a bunch of early wins against a laundry list of teams who had been decimated by injuries. We all know the story about how KC beat a long list of second string QBs. Then went to Denver, got an ass kicking, played mediocre football the rest of the way and blew a 28 point halftime lead at Indy. We all know the nightmare. I tend to take wins like today with a bit of reservation and suspicion. Yes, good teams should win games like today. Yes, the Chiefs were the better team - they didn't fall in a trap. They look poised to make the playoffs for sure; possibly even win the division if the chips don't fall right for Denver. I think this team has much more backbone on defense now than two years ago. I don't see them melting down if they get a lead. The problem is, Alex has to get them that lead, because it's highly doubtful he's going to bring a team back against a playoff caliber opponent. The cool thing is, every team in the AFC has warts now. Five Head and Luck are still hurt. New England lost their running game, and the last time we played Brady we kicked his ass at Arrowhead. Rapistburger is one good hit away from being down and out. Fitzpatrick with the Jets? Seriously? That guy is a fuzzy sawed off Cassel-like journeyman. There's no team, not one, in the AFC that KC can't beat. But I still have that nagging battered wife syndrome... Because....Chiefs. I'm trying to be optimistic as Lucy is teeing up the ball for me one more time. Next up, I think we should all bring a bunch of Sonic cups into Arrowhead next Sunday and wave them at Bowe. If he even makes the trip and suits up. The Browns game comes after Christmas, so let me take a moment to wish each and every one of you CPers... even the bat shit crazy ones in the DC section - a MERRY CHRISTMAS. and all the best to you and yours. See you next week. Last edited by gblowfish; 12-21-2015 at 10:07 AM..
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12-20-2015, 11:00 PM	#46
Why Not? In Search of a Life Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Kansas Casino cash: $-671006	Great as always. I've never read anyone complain about "ten things". Was it Bricks? Or that smellypits guy? Your details of your adventures make the write up what is is. Don't change shit. Merry Xmas.
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12-20-2015, 11:14 PM	#49
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12-20-2015, 11:33 PM	#52
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12-21-2015, 12:01 AM	#53
Halfcan In Search of a Life Join Date: Aug 2005 Casino cash: $7327995	Great write up as always! A win is a win and I am glad we put it to the Ravens at home. We have two home games left to fix some of the problems that keep showing up week after week. Special teams are going to cost us in the playoffs. Hamsalad Jr. didn't muff this week but cost us huge in field position yet again. Why does he think running backwards 20 yards is a good idea? Fair catch the damned ball or just plow ahead and take the 3-5 yards. Toub will be looking for a job after this year. We have the worst special teams in the NFL. Defense seemed to be asleep on the opening drive. We did not have much pressure all day. I don't think they took the Ravens seriously. Andy went ultra conservative most of the game and it was pretty easy to figure out what was coming next. West ran into a lot of stacked lines. Alex once again clocked in, did the minimum and went home a winner. 8 in a row is a nice streak-and with the Cheating Donks choking anything can happen the rest of the season. My son is in town on a leave from the Navy. I am looking to surprise him with Chiefs tickets if anyone has any. Nosebleed are fine. Need 4. Go Chiefs!!
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12-21-2015, 04:34 AM	#55
Chief Henry MVP Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: IOWA Casino cash: $10005088	Glad you are feeling better and I go against the grain from last week. I enjoy reading what you do prior to each game and what is going on in your life....as usual, I also enjoy your 10 things every week...On KC first TD, that might be the finest execution by our O line I've seen all season. I replayed that particular play over 4-5 times and it was perfect. Our special teams play started shaky, opening kick off is run out of end zone from 7 yards deep and we only get to the 11 yard line. Our kick coverage allowed a long kickoff return to help setup the Ravens first TD. After we stopped the fake punt and scored we sent the house on the Ravens next punt attempt and ran into the punter and gave the Ravens an extra set of downs. Those mistakes have to be eliminated. __________________ 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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