since the Chiefs are going crazy signing players, maybe it needs its own thread!
Ronald Jones in da house! I am very pleased with that signing. Always thought he was a great RB, but maybe had issues hanging on to the ball, which got him benched on more than a few occasions. Hopefully thatās just a fluke. He can also catch it out of the backfield. Great signing. Wonder if CEH will take a secondary role?
Keeping track of the signings:
SIGNED
S Justin Reid to three-year deal
WR JuJu Smith-Schuster to one-year deal
OL Geron Christian to one-year deal
LB Elijah Lee to one-year deal
WR Corey Coleman, terms not disclosed
CB Luq Barcoo, terms not disclosed
S Deon Bush, terms not disclosed
C Austin Reiter to one-year deal
WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling to three-year deal
LB Jermaine Carter, terms not disclosed
RB Ronald Jones to one-year deal
Add TE Blake B.
I like all the moves, especially signing Marquez Valdes. While he is not at the same level as Tyreek, he is a big body fast downhill receiver that gets tremendous D attention.
I'd like Chiefs to add another DE.
Veatch is creating solid depth.
I'm hoping some of those CBs we were looking at end up on the roster. Desperate need as well.
For CBs, Chiefs are showing an interest in Gilmore and Bradberry.
I am liking Jones signing, he is a downhill runner and would be more suitable on 1st downs than CEH.
@Kcmatt7 said in Chiefs signings:
@BShark Definition of low risk - high reward
It's a grand slam if he is healthy yeah.
That WR room as a whole is really pretty scary right now. Nobody elite, but should have 4 or 5 guys who can really play ball.
Ross is a very good pickup. No risk because he was basically available for nothing, but a potential elite level talent if he's healthy. This may be the last time we ever talk about him because his body may not hold up, but he could just as likely be in the Pro Bowl in two years.
DE Carlos Dunlap is onboard, finally.
$8M seems like a lot for a guy at this stage of his career. Hoping he has enough left in the tank to contribute.
This is a desperate signing.
They should have kept Ingram.
Agreed, but this time of year that's about all you're gonna get, right?
The defensive front line could be a mess.
I think the signing is fine. Better than them doing nothing. But I don't understand why they paid that and let Ingram go when Ingram (at least until the contract details for Dunlap are out) was cheaper. Doesn't make any sense to bring a guy in during camp when you could have just kept Ingram who knows the playbook by now.
At least they tried to address the position though.
From The Athletic:
In 12 games last year, including the postseason, Ingram recorded three sacks, eight quarterback hits, 20 tackles, one pass breakup and one forced fumble. Dunlap, as a member of the Seahawks, finished last season with 8 1/2 sacks, 14 quarterback hits, 35 tackles, seven pass breakups and one forced fumble in 17 games. He generated pressure on 11.5 percent of his snaps last year when opposing quarterbacks dropped back to pass, which ranked 34th among 176 qualified pass rushers (minimum 200 pass rush snaps)...
I think this was huge! Ingram was a nice complementary player who helped free the other DL's, but Dunlap is bigger and can generate massive pressure on his own. Clark is ecstatic.
Frank Clark quit drinking! Lost weight. Anxious to see this new man
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What do folks predict regarding Chiefs regular season record, 11-6 or 12-5.
I think 11-6 is more realistic.
Chiefs sign Danny Shelton for defensive line rotation.
Yup I concur, it is possible.
Looking like the WR Justin Watson signing is paying off so far. he seems to be getting open deep, over the middle. like it!
I really like Fortson! He can catch the ball in a crowd x2!
What do you think about RB position.
Personally, I was very high on Jones but he seems to have disappeared and may not even make the team.
I think the Chiefs are stacked with mediocre-ish RB talent. Nothing really wrong with any of them, but they donāt seem to be on that next level. But, is that OK given our offensive approach at times? I think it is.
Per Ronald Jonesā¦I like him too. he is skilled, but he seems to have a rep for putting the ball on the turf.
Well, today's the day for some big roster moves.
The Chiefs are down to a 53 man roster, like the rest of the league.
A bit of a surprise that they parted ways with DL Danny Shelton and Stallworth. I thought Shelton was a lock.
The OL moves were a tiny surprise...releasing Austin Reiter and keeping Prince.
No surprise signings yet, but stay tuned!
I was surprised as well.
On O I was not expecting them to keep 4 RBs, Jones saved his spot with rushing perf. against GB. On the flip side they are going with only 5 WRs, perhaps they sign Fountain to PS.
On QBs, I was not expecting them to keep 3, it appears that they are very high on Sam B as the future backup and believed that he will be signed by another team.
@AsadZ said in Chiefs signings:
I was surprised as well.
On O I was not expecting them to keep 4 RBs, Jones saved his spot with rushing perf. against GB. On the flip side they are going with only 5 WRs, perhaps they sign Fountain to PS.
On QBs, I was not expecting them to keep 3, it appears that they are very high on Sam B as the future backup and believed that he will be signed by another team.
Yea I expect Buchele or Henne to have an āinjuryā and go on the IR to free up a spot.
4 RBs is a lot. But you can do that when youāre TEs at so versatile that you only need 5 WR. Kelce and Fortson are basically WR.
Early rumors were the Chiefs were trying to trade Ronald Jones.
Iām guessing they are still trying, and thatās why he made the 53 man.
I still like Jones. He could easily be a starter if he runs hard.
Some of the positions they chose to overpopulate were odd for sure.
Chiefs have overhauled their D, several newcomers including rookies who are expected to contribute right out of the gate.
With such a brutal early schedule, how will they handle the pressure going against likes of Murray, Herbert, Brady, Wilson etc.
It will be interesting to watch.
Well, Robert Quinn isn't coming to KC. Bummer.
Quinn to Eagles
The Bears will pick up a fourth-round pick for Quinn, Adam Schefter of ESPN.com tweets. This mid-round choice will change sides because of the Bearsā willingness to pick up much of Quinnās $12.8MM salary. Chicago will be on the hook for most of Quinnās remaining money (less than $9MM), Garafolo adds (on Twitter).
BTW, just gotta say this about the Frank Clark suspension...
Every time i read it i'm still surprised that dude had an uzi in his car sticking out from an open bag.
C'mon, man! :)
Chiefs staying pat (no pun in tended) is a fine move to be honest. They are good enough to win with what they have. And they set themselves up for another 5+ year stretch if they have a good draft in 2023.13 draft picks.
I wouldn't mind a healthy CB.
Reports are coming out that Chiefs have traded for Giants WR Toney, former 1st rounder for 3rd and 6th round picks.
He has not played much due to injuries.
LOVE the Toney trade don't @ me.
Wow, heard that on the radio while driving home a few minutes ago.
I can honestly say I donāt know squat about this guy. No clue if heās big, small, fast or bruising.
One reaction I heard was from a Raiders fan. And you know they hate their Chiefsā¦He thought it was a brilliant signing for KC. Heās a Raiders fan, so of course he didnāt have the vocabulary skills to say ābrilliantā, but I interpreted his grunts as unhappy the Chiefs signed him.
We needed help at other spots Iād say.
@rockchalkjayhawk 6'0 200lbs. Tries to do too much, but makes big plays (considering Daniel Jones was his QB). Injury issues because he does try to do tooo much. But he is fast and an athlete.
Honestly he could be an absolute stud, or he could barely see the field. Wildcard. But I'm not mad about the compensation.
@Kcmatt7 said in Chiefs signings:
@BShark YACtion. Hope they bring back Juju.
Replaces Mecole easily IMO. He has all the tools to be the best WR on the roster but that depends on keeping him engaged plus staying healthy. Don't think he will end up with the best stats but he has special ability making cuts and does not go down easy.
On paper Veatch has pulled out a great trade, conditional 3rd round for former 1st round who has elite speed.
He has the potential to become best WR on this roster, but the X factor is his health.
@Crimsonorblue22 Hardman is about to be overpaid. Two of his touchdowns could have been scored by any of our skill position guys he just happened to be the one they drew the play up for. Toney is a better route runner when engaged but that's a big key with him.
@Crimsonorblue22 Could have used another pass rusher for sure. Chiefs still have assets to make a move with too..
Yea hearing Josh Allen Jags rumorā¦ would be nice. Funny thing is I feel like weāve gotten to the QB a lot this year. But Iām not telling Andy or Veach how to run the show
I'd go for another DE/DT for stretch run. I think we are well placed on DBs and LBs. Clark is out for next two games.
It is a long season and what we have learned is that D wins championships.
@AsadZ said in Chiefs signings:
I'd go for another DE/DT for stretch run. I think we are well placed on DBs and LBs. Clark is out for next two games.
It is a long season and what we have learned is that D wins championships.
And/or healthy offensive lines! :)
Patrick shreds #1 Defenses. Talk about a cheat code.
Reports are coming today that Chiefs have traded Fenton to Atlanta Falcons
They are counting on all three rookies to perform
While being a 7th rounder Watson has been best so far in my opinion although we havenāt seen our #1 due to injury
Chiefs are also trying to clear cap space and this move allows to open a spot for Trent M.
Toney is nice
yup
Wow, some wild finishes today. Glad the Chiefs game wasn't one of them.
Broncos lose again to drop to 3 and 6. Toast. (I guess now you can call him "Not-So-Danger-Russ" Wilson.)
Buffalo drops one to Minnesota in overtime. Bills fumble in the end zone to give the Vikings the lead, Allen brings his team back for a tying FG to send it to OT, then throws an interception on what would've been a game-winning TD drive. (Are the Vikes the best NFL team that nobody talks about ?)
And a late Seattle comeback falls short vs. Tampa Bay in Munich. Geno Smith held his own against Brady, but the Bucs shut down the Seahawk running game. Hawks still lead the NFC West with a bye week ahead, then a home game against the hated Raiders.
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That hit. Well. Which one??!! JuJu or Scantling? Ha.
I just donāt understand whatās a penalty and whatās not. So I dunno.
The JuJu hit seemed like he was defenseless for sure. Thatās a penalty. Sucks a lot because heās been emerging as our top WR target lately. Definite grrrr. He alive?
That dude (Cisco?) knocked the crap out of our players.
Helmet to helmet. Gross!
Pacheo is now the leading back, not a single carry for CEH.
@rockchalkjayhawk Cisco was head hunting. Too bad he wouldnāt get close enough to the o-line to get mauled.
@rockchalkjayhawk Chiefs said JuJu was laughing and acting normal in the locker room after the game. Hoping he will be back by next Sunday but it would be pretty amazing if he was.
I don't know if the refs can review a play like that. The Chiefs quoted afterwards said things like it should be able to be reviewed in order to avoid mistakes like this, so maybe the refs couldn't look at replay to see if their call was wrong.
@mayjay said in Chiefs signings:
@rockchalkjayhawk Chiefs said JuJu was laughing and acting normal in the locker room after the game. Hoping he will be back by next Sunday but it would be pretty amazing if he was.
I don't know if the refs can review a play like that. The Chiefs quoted afterwards said things like it should be able to be reviewed in order to avoid mistakes like this, so maybe the refs couldn't look at replay to see if their call was wrong.
JuJu displayed some head trauma signs like the Miami QB did, right? If so, Donāt rush back, man. Get that head on right.
@rockchalkjayhawk yeah, tua. Posturing. Scary!
The Chiefs have been linked with RB Josh Jacobs of the Raiders -- if he doesn't sign his $10M franchise tag deal and if the Raiders rescind the tag and if he decides to leave. ha. complicated. I don't want no stinking Raiders!
https://www.profootballrumors.com/2023/08/chiefs-broncos-interested-in-josh-jacobs ā
Interesting although I cannot envision this from happening unless Pacheo's injury is still an issue.
I would be very happy to add Jacobs to the rotation of backs. Imagine facing 30 carries a game from Pacheco and Jacobs. What a punishing duo.
I am as well but at the right price.
Due to change in NFL's philosophy on offense putting much greater emphasis on passing game, value of RBs is going down and teams are not committing $$ on RBs.
@Kcmatt7 said in Chiefs signings:
I would be very happy to add Jacobs to the rotation of backs. Imagine facing 30 carries a game from Pacheco and Jacobs. What a punishing duo.
I too would love to have Jacobs in the fold, but think he will be cost prohibitive. 30 runs from Pacheco and Jacobs would have the defense softened up and is a winning formula, but what I want to see are the 45 pass attempts by Patrick!
Yea, i dunno how the Chiefs could afford/convince him to sign way below market rate -- whatever that is these days.
Interesting article by an ex-agent who repped a couple of hold-out players previously. Analyzes several current players holding out, including Jones. Gets deep into the weeds on penalties that vary based on where players are in their careers, and discusses factors affecting how public comments can help or sabotage negotiations. (Note: The author refers to both our player and the Cowboys' owner as "Jones". Any references to "Jones" in the context of their OL Martin holding out are to Jerry.)
Jones wants $30M, Williams signed for $24M. Chiefs cannot afford $30M considering they have several upcoming contracts to negotiate.
I hope they come to terms sooner rather than later, get it done for $26M.
Chiefs 1st team Offense and Defense looked bad today.
Jones must be smiling watching D without him.
Jones tweeted that he may not be back until week 8.
Is he serious or just kidding with fans.
I appreciate his efforts in maximizing his earning, but I do not like such social media posts, put bad taste in the mouth.
He is really needed for Chiefs to contend for Super Bowl but at what point will the brass say enough and move on?
I like Jones so much, hope they work it out and it benefits our Chiefs!
If he holds out each game cost him close to 2.2million. 1 million this year and 1.2million off the franchise tag for next year.
Iām not sure what he wants, but if reports are right heās asking for around 30mil per year and the Chiefs are at 27. If he misses out on 10million in salary this year he would barely recoup it on a 4 year 120 million deal - he would end up 1/2 million dollars a year ahead at 27.5 million per year average. Silly
He tweeted something in that he can afford losing 8 game salary. LoL.
I absolutely understand that I stand on this island alone. Most others donāt agree.
Get your butt to work, Chris Jones. Youāre under contract and now youāre hurting the team.
One of these days Iād LOVE to see the team just tear up a contract and say see ya, chump. You donāt show up for work under contract, youāre fired!
@rockchalkjayhawk Iām with you in wanting Chris back in camp. I myself would handle things differently, but holding out has been collectively bargained and is one of the players few tools for leverage.
I also kinda want him to hold out for about 5-6 games so his game day salary goes back to the cap pool and they can sign Dunlap or other Dline help, while simultaneously lowering his franchise tag number. Missing games kinda helps the chiefs in a twisted up way - as long as he comes back, performs, and doesnāt get hurt.
@dylans said in Chiefs signings:
@rockchalkjayhawk Iām with you in wanting Chris back in camp. I myself would handle things differently, but holding out has been collectively bargained and is one of the players few tools for leverage.
I also kinda want him to hold out for about 5-6 games so his game day salary goes back to the cap pool and they can sign Dunlap or other Dline help, while simultaneously lowering his franchise tag number. Missing games kinda helps the chiefs in a twisted up way - as long as he comes back, performs, and doesnāt get hurt.
No kidding @dylans ? that's really been collectively bargained? I didn't realize. still hate it! ha.
Fact remains that Jones is needed for Chiefs to contend.
Hmm, looking at the WR corps for the Chiefs. Think we need to sign a real, experienced receiver? Not that it matters, but i'd guess a non Chiefs fan couldn't even recognize any of these names. Gotta be somebody out there worth signing.
Wide receivers (7): Kadarius Toney, Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Skyy Moore, Justin Watson, Richie James, Rashee Rice, Justyn Ross
I like what they have. Likely losing smith marsette hurts. But donāt forget about the true #1 target Kelce.
If Ross stays healthy, watch out for him.
I also want to see Smith Marsette in the roster.
Can Veatch pull a trade or two to get DL help by shipping DBs as Chiefs have solid depth.
@dylans said in Chiefs signings:
I like what they have. Likely losing smith marsette hurts. But donāt forget about the true #1 target Kelce.
Kelce. sure. i get it. He's the top target. I'm sure there will be some guys let go who would come in handy.
Just to be totally clear...the Chiefs are in WIN NOW mode. So, help Mahomes out!
@rockchalkjayhawk I agree but without adequate D Chiefs are not winning anything. We have seen the movie in the past, they just cannot score on every drive, sooner or later you have to stop other teams from scoring.
@AsadZ said in Chiefs signings:
@rockchalkjayhawk I agree but without adequate D Chiefs are not winning anything. We have seen the movie in the past, they just cannot score on every drive, sooner or later you have to stop other teams from scoring.
The D is an entirely different matter...ha. Agreed.
From ESPN:
The Carolina Panthers acquired wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette from the Kansas City Chiefs in exchange for a swap of conditional 2025 seventh-rounders, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. Smith-Marsette was originally drafted in the fifth-round in 2021 by the Minnesota Vikings. He has six career regular-season catches.
Bitter sweet moment.
I'd have liked to see him make the roster but it would have been difficult unless Chiefs carry 8 WRs.
At least Chiefs got a draft pick.
Chiefs WR room is deep when you consider they can get anything for their 8th best guy.
I didn't realize ISM had a total of 6 catches since being drafted in '21. Lots of talent showed this preseason, but against 2nd/3rd string guys. Seems awfully fast, but Ross is likely faster. Will track him. Not sure Panthers are great for anyone.....
To get something for a practice squad player is pretty cool. God job Veach. ISM wouldāve made several of the chiefs rosters the last 6 years - wr room is deep with mid talent. No 1s, no real scrubs either.
According to Adam Schefter, the Chiefs will send a sixth-round draft choice to Las Vegas for DT Neil Farrell who was drafted last year in 4th round.
This appears to be a good move to provide much needed boost to DL.
He is a big dude, 6'4" 330 lbs.
Buechele has been cut, I was hoping he would be kept. He will surely be picked by another team. I think Chiefs are serious about Wentz as longer term QB back up.
Also, Prince, who was highly touted during camp, has been cut.
Shane getting cut is a surprise, but he looked bad against the 1st string last preseason game (chiefs 2 vs browns 1s). Wentz must be gaining traction - with the new rule allowing a 3rd inactive qb to enter the game if the first two get hurt, I would be surprised if most teams donāt roster three qbs
Heard that both Prince and Perine are cut.
I was thinking Perine will make it, he looked in preseason games, better than CEH.
@Crimsonorblue22 Yeah, was hoping he can prove his worth and stay. He may come back on practice squad
Doh! Reading this didnāt alleviate my concerns about our WRs!
@rockchalkjayhawk This is a concern but good news is that these WRs are talented. With Andy Reid and Mahomes I am confident that they will develop and perform as season progresses.
Other point to note is that opposing teams have to account for all WRs as ball can go to anyone when Kelce is not in the play.
Spreading the ball out is better than the Hill/kelce show was. They have to account for all of the receivers equally. No world beaters, but lots of solid players.
@dylans I agree I think you look at the losses to the Bengals and Bucs. They pretty said someone else is beating us besides them two. Iād rather have Kelce and 2-3 solid receivers to throw to. Sammy was good but wasnt healthy enough. Only superstar receiver Iād want in KC would be Justin Jefferson.
Buechele to Bills.
I was hoping he gets back to practice squad or go to NFC.
Listening to Veatch I got an impression that Chiefs think they can get better reserve QB elsewhere.
Yea, I think the Chiefs can do better than Buechele.
Thatās an important roster spot. Need some experience and skill.
Ya know, when I wrote the above, I forgot the Chiefs kept Gabbert as backup QB. So, Iāda be fine with him as third string. Learning from Mahomes isnāt a bad thing!
That being said, the Chiefs have had a few years to work with him, they must not have seen a great future. His last game was pretty ugly.
āFellas, if ā18ā goes down, weāre fked. And we donāt practice fked.ā
Don't sweat the backups.
87 went down! :(
And just like that the Chiefs' WR crew becomes way more important...Kelce down with a reported hyperextended knee.
Sounds like he limped off the field - a positive sign. Early in the season and the wr are unproven, this will be a great opportunity for someone to earn Mahomes trust.
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Any news on how Ferrell is performing? I havenāt seen any news articles.
I haven't either. I do not expect him to take much snaps if any against Lions
Kelce has a bone bruise.
Good news is that there is no structural damage.
Hopefully he does not miss more than 1-2 games.
All right, Bosa's in da house, so let's get our guy signed!
So, let's see, what was i talking about? Oh, the need for an experienced, competent WR...
Anybody change their mind yet?
Oh, and if i were the Chiefs i would simply release Kadarius Toney immediately after the game. Maybe even before the game. Absolute embarrassment.
And can we please sign Leonard Fournette? :)
rant over. sorry.
@rockchalkjayhawk Toney has had 4 good plays in a Chiefs uniform. Iād cut him and Sky Moore, then trade Chris Jones for some that can catch a cold. That was an absolute embarrassment. Gimmicky run plays that havenāt worked in two years continue to be ran. Iām not a huge NFL fan but the chiefs donāt look like s playoff team personnel wise or coaching wise. I like Reid but he runs this into the ground in a few years just like Philly. I figured they wouldnāt stay at the top forever but that was just point at the TV and laugh bad.
@kjayhawks said in Chiefs signings:
@rockchalkjayhawk Toney has had 4 good plays in a Chiefs uniform. Iād cut him and Sky Moore, then trade Chris Jones for some that can catch a cold. That was an absolute embarrassment. Gimmicky run plays that havenāt worked in two years continue to be ran. Iām not a huge NFL fan but the chiefs donāt look like s playoff team personnel wise or coaching wise. I like Reid but he runs this into the ground in a few years just like Philly. I figured they wouldnāt stay at the top forever but that was just point at the TV and laugh bad.
I know it was the first game, with some missing studs and a new offensive coordinator. So, some issues could be expected.
That crazy, overthought run play we messed up was a bad call by Reid. And poorly executed for sure.
But Toney and his drops. Just wow. Others had some significant drops as well.
The defense was respectable mostly. We know we usually have to outscore opponents, so 20+ points wasnāt great against the Lions at home, but not impossible to overcome.
Just excited for the opening game, with a big let down.
Ehh. With Kelce actually making catches itās a blow out. Hardly a reason to panic, but thatās the norm on chat rooms. - aaaah first series went poorly the season is over, fire the coaches, the gm stinks, the wr should be burned at the stake, etc.
Just read that Jones has signed one year deal with Chiefs, terms were not shown.
This is great news.
I wonder how that all works? Chiefs were tight against the cap before Chris got a raise.
@dylans I should have acknowledged that since the contract isn't long-term with a huge percentage of it being a signing bonus amortized over the full-term, you are right: the Chiefs do not gain extra cap room in the future to sign FAs.
No word yet on if Jones can get tagged next year? Kicking the can down the road, I guess. I also wonder about guaranteed amounts...is Jones betting on free agency and accepting an injury risk for 1 year?
Lots we don't know!
So CJ essentially got a small consolation prize for holding out and no additional leverage for next year. All that drama for nothing.
What Non-QB has held out and actually gotten the deal they were after?
It really seems stupid to pay 3.6 million in fines to get this contract. If he just showed up when he was supposed to and contractually obligated too heād be money ahead essentially. Could you imagine if the team acted similarly, Toney had a bad game Thursday so the team says you aināt playing again til you agree to less money.
Restructured Thuney's contract to free up > $8 mil in salary cap:
@kjayhawks I have a feeling that CJ got bad advice from his agents
I donāt have verified information but based on chain of events I canāt think of other reason for this messed up situation.
@kjayhawks Because of the fake KC Star story about his kid? Or because of that ex of his that was trying to entrap him for money? Ehh maybe for another poor decision down the road, but most of his recent problems have been fabricated. Heās no saint, but I doubt heāll get into that much trouble.
Football players as a general rule attract aggressive people, so it never surprises me when one gets in a little trouble with the law. - Hard to overcome the football player-rapist stigma.
Ironic discussion after the marina incident in Miami this summer where Hill slapped a worker trying to remove him from a boat he illegally boarded. Paid the guy off, so no charges.
The child abuse investigation led to no charges because they could not determine who broke the kid's arm, not because they decided he didn't. And his language telling the mom she "should be terrified" of him is a bit disturbing.
I am going with time-bomb, myself.
@dylans my response is line with what @mayjay has just said. Iām sorry but the guy doesnāt seem like a stand up citizen in any light. After hearing some of his podcasts and interviews I can definitely see why the chiefs didnāt have him available for media. One common denominator in all of his accused issues, some proven, some not is him.
Ehh. Tyreek is a piece of shit. Wish he was more of an exception is more my point. Football doesnāt attract the best people. Rosters are huge - some are good people, too many arenāt.
Only cuz i dunno where else to post this :)
Chiefs at home vs. the Bears this week.
The Bears are bad. I'd sit Kelce, let him heal his body and mind. Get him ready for the rest of the year.
Bears were supposed to contend, folks are high on Fields.
I don't think Reid will sit Kelce. Without him Offense looks non-cohesive, perhaps limit his snap count or rest him on 4th quarter assuming game is in the bag.
Yea, i don't think he'll sit, either. But, i'd rather take my chances against the Bears with Kelce out, than have him hurting the rest of the year. But, who knows if that'd even help. Need him to be rock solid.
Chiefs currently a 12.5 point favorite.
Bears D coordinator resigned citing personal health issues, wish him recovery.
Hearing Jets Mercole Hardman may be on the market. Would be a nice addition.
As long as price is good, 7th rnd pick as an example.
Is he healthy?
I saw this last night, pondered a bit. IMO adding Mecole Hardman solves nothing, adds more chaos to the lack of a true No. 1 WR issue.
Would i take him? sure?? Maybe he can be a deep threat, but seems more like a catch and run gadget mostly. He's got more experience than the rest of our crew, so he's got that going for him! :)
And i see that Van Jefferson was offloaded by the Rams. Interesting.
Agree with @rockchalkjayhawk I donāt think it really helps the chiefs at this point. To me he is the same guy as Sky Moore, they have to hand him off the ball repeatedly to get him touches because he has drop issues. The chiefs currently lead the NFL in dropped passes and Hardman doesnāt help that IMO. If you could trade for a Mike Evan type Iād be interested in that him being in the last year of his contract.
Sounds like Mecole Hardman is on his way back to Kansas City.
Thoughts?
me likes me some mecole.
If he's healthy, āļø
Itās not costly with minimal cap hit
I like the move, he knows the system and can provide deep threat.
Yeah, price seems right and just for the year if it donāt work out
Well, Iād like to take back anything I may have said negatively about adding Mecole.
Totally forgot he could be a return man, too!
And with Bolton out, does that open the door for Frank Clark?
@rockchalkjayhawk said in Chiefs signings:
And with Bolton out, does that open the door for Frank Clark?
Different position.
Any news on Bolton? His replacement is good. He was hurting!š¢
@BShark said in Chiefs signings:
@rockchalkjayhawk said in Chiefs signings:
And with Bolton out, does that open the door for Frank Clark?
Different position.
Yea, we seem to be deep at LB, so thought it opened up a roster spot.
@Crimsonorblue22 said in Chiefs signings:
Any news on Bolton? His replacement is good. He was hurting!š¢
Dislocated wrist.
@rockchalkjayhawk I just saw that. Gonna need that wrist!
@rockchalkjayhawk said in Chiefs signings:
@BShark said in Chiefs signings:
@rockchalkjayhawk said in Chiefs signings:
And with Bolton out, does that open the door for Frank Clark?
Different position.
Yea, we seem to be deep at LB, so thought it opened up a roster spot.
Chiefs are deep enough at pass rusher that I don't really think they should bother with Clark. I think he is worse than just about everyone else at the roster for that.
Chiefs signed DL and former Chief Mike Pennel to practice squad, and released Dan Arias, a WR. No word on Frank Clark that I could find. Maybe they are waiting for info on his machine gun inventory?
Ah, thought he was a Chief for sure. That's fine though.
Chiefs DL and pass rush of Jones, Charles, Dana and George will be problematic for other teams.
They can come at you from any place, interchangeable.
I like what Cullen has done with the group.
Cullen has been a major signing. His work with the line has been fantastic!
No action for the Chiefs today. Looks like Mecole was the big in-season acquisition.
Anybody feel like we needed another piece to the puzzle?
At the right price WR or LB would have been good.
LB position has suddenly changed from a position of strength to potential weakness due to injuries.
Regardless there are no glaring holes and team has talent at every position.
They need to avoid beating themselves.
@AsadZ They resigned LB Darius Harris for depth.
Not signing Hopkins when they had the opportunity is a miss, but he likely didnāt fit under the cap. He would have fit under the cap in a trade though with tenn eating his signing bonus. But you hate to give up much draft capital for a rental player.
Yea, LB has suddenly turned into an issue.
@dylans said in Chiefs signings:
Shane getting cut is a surprise, but he looked bad against the 1st string last preseason game (chiefs 2 vs browns 1s). Wentz must be gaining traction - with the new rule allowing a 3rd inactive qb to enter the game if the first two get hurt, I would be surprised if most teams donāt roster three qbs
Color me surprised.
Ruh Roh.
Matt Araiza is on course for an NFL return. The former Bills punter agreed to a one-year deal with the Chiefs on Thursday, ESPNās Jeremy Fowler reports. Araizaās agency has confirmed the move.
The Bills waived the 2022 sixth-round pick in August 2022, after it was alleged he was involved in a gang rape of a minor. Araiza, 23, has since been cleared of criminal charges, and an investigation into the 2021 incident on the San Diego State campus did not produce a connection involving Araiza, who has also been dropped from a lawsuit pertaining to the matter. He has periodically surfaced on the NFL radar as a result, but the former All-American had not previously caught on with a team since his controversial Buffalo exit
Townsend's time is most likely over. I like him and a bit bummed to see him go.
The Chiefs have had a good run of punters for sure.
I know the guy was cleared, but for KU fans, there are eerie ties to Arterio.
Fingers crossed.
@rockchalkjayhawk said in Chiefs signings:
The Chiefs have had a good run of punters for sure.
I know the guy was cleared, but for KU fans, there are eerie ties to Arterio.
Fingers crossed.
Why is it eerie ties to Arterio? The case against Araiza was dropped because the girl admitted she lied about being gang raped. Araiza's situation is much closer to the Duke LaCrosse case than Arterio's case.
@Texas-Hawk-10 Probably because he admitted to nailing a 17 year old while he had chlamydia in the side yard before the gang rape (that he was not present for). Not guilt doesnāt equate to innocence unfortunately.
@Texas-Hawk-10 said in Chiefs signings:
@rockchalkjayhawk said in Chiefs signings:
The Chiefs have had a good run of punters for sure.
I know the guy was cleared, but for KU fans, there are eerie ties to Arterio.
Fingers crossed.Why is it eerie ties to Arterio? The case against Araiza was dropped because the girl admitted she lied about being gang raped. Araiza's situation is much closer to the Duke LaCrosse case than Arterio's case.
Doesnāt really seem like a reach to say a guy involved in rape and gang rape allegations is similar to Arterio. You can remove his name if youād like. Itās eerie to me as a Jayhawk fan (and Chiefs fan) to be reminded of rape allegations against a player. Simple.
