Chiefs signings
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I think the Chiefs are stacked with mediocre-ish RB talent. Nothing really wrong with any of them, but they don’t seem to be on that next level. But, is that OK given our offensive approach at times? I think it is.
Per Ronald Jones…I like him too. he is skilled, but he seems to have a rep for putting the ball on the turf.
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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!
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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.
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@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 “injury” and go on the IR to free up a spot.
4 RBs is a lot. But you can do that when you’re TEs at so versatile that you only need 5 WR. Kelce and Fortson are basically WR.
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Early rumors were the Chiefs were trying to trade Ronald Jones. I’m guessing they are still trying, and that’s 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.
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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.
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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 Bears’ willingness to pick up much of Quinn’s $12.8MM salary. Chicago will be on the hook for most of Quinn’s remaining money (less than $9MM), Garafolo adds (on Twitter).
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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!
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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.
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I wouldn’t mind a healthy CB.
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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.
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LOVE the Toney trade don’t @ me.
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Wow, heard that on the radio while driving home a few minutes ago.
I can honestly say I don’t know squat about this guy. No clue if he’s big, small, fast or bruising.
One reaction I heard was from a Raiders fan. And you know they hate their Chiefs…He thought it was a brilliant signing for KC. He’s a Raiders fan, so of course he didn’t have the vocabulary skills to say “brilliant”, but I interpreted his grunts as unhappy the Chiefs signed him.
We needed help at other spots I’d say.
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@BShark YACtion. Hope they bring back Juju.
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@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.
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@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.
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@Kcmatt7 Yeah the Chiefs had something like 13 draft picks, you almost have to move some of them.
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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.
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@BShark the
️ That scored 3 td’s last week?
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@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.
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@BShark seems to me, we need help on the other side of the
. Oh, I don’t know toney…
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@Crimsonorblue22 Could have used another pass rusher for sure. Chiefs still have assets to make a move with too…
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Yea hearing Josh Allen Jags rumor… would be nice. Funny thing is I feel like we’ve gotten to the QB a lot this year. But I’m not telling Andy or Veach how to run the show
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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.
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@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!
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Patrick shreds #1 Defenses. Talk about a cheat code.
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Reports are coming today that Chiefs have traded Fenton to Atlanta Falcons
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I just saw that @AsadZ !! Wow. unexpected, and kinda crazy given our lack of quality CBs? Not sure i like that move at the moment. and the deadline has come and gone. So, not sure what else they have up their sleeve. hmmm?
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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 haven’t seen our #1 due to injury
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Chiefs are also trying to clear cap space and this move allows to open a spot for Trent M.
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Toney is nice
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yup
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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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No talk about that hit?
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That hit. Well. Which one??!! JuJu or Scantling? Ha.
I just don’t understand what’s a penalty and what’s not. So I dunno.
The JuJu hit seemed like he was defenseless for sure. That’s a penalty. Sucks a lot because he’s been emerging as our top WR target lately. Definite grrrr. He alive?
That dude (Cisco?) knocked the crap out of our players.
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Helmet to helmet. Gross!
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Pacheo is now the leading back, not a single carry for CEH.
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@rockchalkjayhawk Cisco was head hunting. Too bad he wouldn’t get close enough to the o-line to get mauled.
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@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.
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@mayjay not reviewable.
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@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, Don’t rush back, man. Get that head on right.
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@rockchalkjayhawk yeah, tua. Posturing. Scary!
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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
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Interesting although I cannot envision this from happening unless Pacheo’s injury is still an issue.
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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.
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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.
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@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!
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Yea, i dunno how the Chiefs could afford/convince him to sign way below market rate – whatever that is these days.
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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.)
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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.
