A Few Questions with the Readers of Arrowhead Pride

LOL Chris

Welcome to MHR.

Question: We here in Bronco Nation are very concerned about our defense. Is your offense bad enough to make us feel good?

I hope so!

The best defense is a good offense!
I hope.

by Mike Clark on Sep 22, 2008 6:17 PM MDT 0 recs

You don't have to be that concerned

with our defense. Not right now anyway. We’re a bit of a mess on the defensive line.

Honestly, yes our offense is that bad. But I do agree with Guru – it’s the AFC West and hopefully, hopefully this team gets jacked up to go to Invesco.

Arrowhead Pride

by Chris on Sep 22, 2008 6:58 PM MDT up 0 recs

Judging by how we played the Raiders, Chris

I don’t see this game going well for the Chiefs. Unlike the Raiders, the Bronc’s mostly have thier stuff together on both sides of the ball, and have ONE person controlling it. Therefore, I am very concerned for us on both sides of the ball, with the exception of our secondary (which is still a question mark due to thier age, but not as big as other spots on the team).

I hope that in Chiefs/Broncos fashion it turns into game, but I just don’t see it happening. What I see happening is way to many Denver fans turning out to a Chiefs home game… :(

have you seen my baseball?

by IISaiNtII on Sep 23, 2008 12:04 AM MDT up 0 recs

So

are the days of handing LJ the ball 25+ times and guaranteeing a win over?

Which QB gives you the better chance to win?

Are you gonna be on MHR radio this week? I haven’t missed a Chris interview yet…

Explain Herm Edwards in one sentence or less….

Mountains, forest, sea: these render man fierce, but yet do not destroy the man.

by styg50 on Sep 22, 2008 6:19 PM MDT 0 recs

I may be on

But I think I’ll be traveling then so I doubt it. But I will try.

The Chiefs are still going to give LJ the ball as much as possible. The thing is, we’re just a terrible team that gets behind quickly and has to pass the ball a lot.

Tyler Thigpen probably gives us the best chance right now. The Chiefs QB needs that mobility to scramble away from the inevitable pass rush.

Here goes: Herm Edwards is a stubborn head coach who may end up consistently winning someday if he gets the exact, precise personnel his football strategy requires. There’s a lot of ways I could have taken that.

Arrowhead Pride

by Chris on Sep 22, 2008 7:03 PM MDT up 0 recs

I am a bit intoxicated

:)

So I want to toss in my .02

1) it was never gauranteed a win by handing LJ the ball 25+ times. He needed running lanes (which we saw Sunday thank god).
2) I agree with Chris here, except that I think Thigpen gives us the best chance at scoring, not winning. Statistically (and this is almost depressing) he is in fact the best QB on the team.
4) I can do you one better and sum him up in a single word (at least for the moment): Jackass.

have you seen my baseball?

by IISaiNtII on Sep 23, 2008 12:09 AM MDT up 0 recs

Sounds like

Huard will be starting against Denver this weekend. That is what I heard on the radio on my way to work this morning at least.

by Stuman on Sep 23, 2008 6:59 AM MDT up 0 recs

The Big Question

Is the rebuilding process working?

What positions are set and providing a foundation for the rebuild and what positions are in need of more work?

Are the Chiefs going to win any games this season?

How can you justify the Chiefs’ rebuilding process leading to an absolutely terrible team while the Broncos have refreshed their roster and barely dipped below .500?

by unkown on Sep 22, 2008 6:26 PM MDT 0 recs

RE

Still too early to tell on the rebuilding. I’m wavering around the 50% mark on whether or not this is going to work.

The secondary is young and definitely looks good for the future. Our young runners Kolby Smith and Jamaal Charles are solid too. Those are the most stable positions right now.

Yes. We will win at least three games.

The Broncos have stayed focused on the lines as the foundation of a good team and the Chiefs haven’t. Your front office is smarter than ours.

Arrowhead Pride

by Chris on Sep 22, 2008 7:05 PM MDT up 0 recs

X1Billion

You hit the nail on the head buddy.

have you seen my baseball?

by IISaiNtII on Sep 23, 2008 12:10 AM MDT up 0 recs

I am doing the same --

You can see their questions for me here —

http://www.arrowheadpride.com/2008/9/22/619766/a-few-questions-with-thesp

-TSG

SBNation's Denver Broncos Blogger
MileHighReport

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by TheSportsGuru on Sep 22, 2008 6:28 PM MDT 0 recs

How are the Chiefs' rookies looking? Particularly Dorsey and Albert?

by nburns on Sep 22, 2008 6:42 PM MDT 1 recs

Second this question.

I am very curious about this legendary draft the Chiefs had. Naturally nobody expects it to take over the team immediately, but what’s the buzz?

by hooper on Sep 22, 2008 6:45 PM MDT up 0 recs

A bit early to tell on both of them

It’s not that they’re not looking good it’s that they haven’t made a huge splash like Dwayne Bowe did last year. That’s no knock on Dorsey or Albert. It’s just the reality of starting your fourth game in the NFL.

Arrowhead Pride

by Chris on Sep 22, 2008 7:06 PM MDT up 0 recs

Albert is looking good

Especially considering he is a converted guard at LT.

by primetime 07 on Sep 22, 2008 7:11 PM MDT up 0 recs

Dorsey

is looking fine as well. No one expects him to come into the NFL being Warren Sapp. He’s doing his job, making a few rookie mistakes, and earning his pay. I am happy with Dorsey and Albert at this point.

I am most impressed with Flowers and Carr at this point in the 2008 rookie class though. Dorsey and Alberts jobs aren’t nearly as glamourous however, so take that with a grain of salt.

have you seen my baseball?

by IISaiNtII on Sep 23, 2008 12:13 AM MDT up 0 recs

Even Warren Sapp

Wasn’t really Warren Sapp until year 2.

by primetime 07 on Sep 23, 2008 7:21 AM MDT up 0 recs

Albert...

…was projected as an LT before the draft. But he missed most of the pre season with an injury.

If there's gonna be a collision, you better start it. Larry Csonka..

by bradley on Sep 23, 2008 11:01 AM MDT up 0 recs

Yeah

But he was a guard in college. He converted to LT. That’s the point I was trying to make.

by primetime 07 on Sep 23, 2008 11:28 AM MDT up 0 recs

Chiefs, will Gunther Cunningham be available next year to be our defensive coordinator?

And will the Chiefs ever can Carl Peterson, probably the worst GM next to Matt Millan and Al Davis.

"How do the berries taste Ralph?" Bart Simpson
"They taste like burning." Ralph Wigam
Broncoman

by Broncoman on Sep 22, 2008 6:44 PM MDT 0 recs

Dont forget Herm Edwards

Love is a razor and I have walked the line on that silver blade

by broncfanstuckinsd on Sep 22, 2008 6:47 PM MDT up 0 recs

Peterson is gone after next year

It’s in his contract and it appears he will honor that contract.

Take Gunther. I’m frustrated with him over the last few years. We’re getting the ball crammed down our throat.

Arrowhead Pride

by Chris on Sep 22, 2008 7:07 PM MDT up 0 recs

Unfortunately, Chris

I think it’s still to early to tell if either go anywhere at this point. I honestly think Gun is handcuffed by Edwards coaching, just like Gailey… As for Peterson, his job rests on progress if you ask me. If Herm can show that he can actually coach a team to win ONE game, Carl might keep his job. Otherwise, I am pretty certain when Carl leaves, the new GM will replace Edwards as well. Whether or not that is 2009, I don’t know.

have you seen my baseball?

by IISaiNtII on Sep 23, 2008 12:15 AM MDT up 0 recs

Carl said

That this would be the last contract he signs with the team. He’s gone after next year.

by primetime 07 on Sep 23, 2008 7:21 AM MDT up 0 recs

You know how winning is infectious

If the team turns it around and goes 8-8 I have a hard time seeing Carl not giving the “I told you so” comeback.

have you seen my baseball?

by IISaiNtII on Sep 23, 2008 7:36 AM MDT up 0 recs

Sweet.

I love these cross-blog colaborations and it’s cool of you to walk into the wolves den like this. Here are my Chiefs questions for you:

1) Do you truly believe that you have the QB that will eventually lead your franchise back into contention on the roster already?
2) Are Larry Johnson’s days as the workhorse in KC numbered and will Jamaal Charles be a suitable replacement?
3) While Tony Gonzalez seems ageless and Dwayne Bowe is developing nicely, will you have to reach outside your current roster for a bonifide third receiver?
4) The defense does not appear to have the most dynamic personel; is that a statistical illusion or is that side of the ball just not that good?

Thanks in advance for any response.

Here we go again: http://thefulldeck.blogspot.com/

by ejruiz on Sep 22, 2008 6:48 PM MDT 0 recs

Yeah, will they trade LJ or just release him if he is gone after this season?

"How do the berries taste Ralph?" Bart Simpson
"They taste like burning." Ralph Wigam
Broncoman

by Broncoman on Sep 22, 2008 6:52 PM MDT up 0 recs

Nope

We’ll keep him because the cap hit is way too big. It’s a 6 year deal so I suspect he’ll be around 3 more at the least.

by primetime 07 on Sep 22, 2008 7:12 PM MDT up 0 recs

Cap hit on a trade

is still a bit high now. I think it’s around $16 million if the Chiefs got rid of him after this season. WIth that said though, we have the cap room to take that hit. It wont’ happen though.

Arrowhead Pride

by Chris on Sep 22, 2008 7:13 PM MDT up 0 recs

Unlike the Broncos

Our front office got trapped paying a guy for what he has done instead of what he can do in the future.

by primetime 07 on Sep 22, 2008 7:13 PM MDT up 0 recs

was it a bad deal?

Love is a razor and I have walked the line on that silver blade

by broncfanstuckinsd on Sep 22, 2008 7:13 PM MDT up 0 recs

He's the highest paid Chief ever

In hindsight, it was a bad deal. At the time it felt like the necessary thing to do.

Arrowhead Pride

by Chris on Sep 22, 2008 7:21 PM MDT up 0 recs

I think paying any RB that much money is a bad deal

Well, maybe except LT.

RBs are rarely worth that much money over 6 years. We have a history of signing awful contracts then having to carry the player for several years longer than we should because our GM is too stubborn to admit a mistake (Examples: Kendrell Bell, Napoleon Harris, Damion McIntosh).

LJ took a record # of carries then succumbed to the curse of 370.

by primetime 07 on Sep 22, 2008 7:35 PM MDT up 0 recs

Love 'em too

1. We do not have the future QB on our roster now. Croyle is far too injury prone. We need to start the search over again.

2. LJ’s days as a work horse aren’t numbered per se but he will lose a couple of carries each game to Charles. Charles is simply too good to not use as a counter to LJ’s style.

3. We hope we have some potential with our young wide receivers. Those of us who are MU fans like WIll Franklin a lot but we haven’t really seen him on the field yet. There is a hope we can step up but our depth at receiver is really very shallow.

4. The defense isn’t that good. Yet. We’re still figuring out how to replace Jared Allen (which we really can’t do) and the defensive line is very young as well. I think everyone loved Glenn Dorsey coming out of college and you’d think he improves the squad drastically in a year or two as he develops.

Arrowhead Pride

by Chris on Sep 22, 2008 7:11 PM MDT up 0 recs

Thanks!

For the point by point response and for not letting any of our question go unanswered. I guess we can keep this going with a couple more questions:

5) Who is the player we might not know of now, but we’ll remember after this weekend’s game?
6) If you could have one recent trade, signing or lack thereof to do over again, what would it be and why?
7) Are you already looking toward the offseason and do you have an idea of what you’d like the franchise to do?
8) What is your opinion of the 2008 Broncos?

Thanks again!

Here we go again: http://thefulldeck.blogspot.com/

by ejruiz on Sep 22, 2008 8:28 PM MDT up 0 recs

5) Dustitn Colquitt

One of the best players on their team!

by DBinKC on Sep 22, 2008 9:20 PM MDT up 0 recs

I'll take a crack at these for ya

5) We have high hopes of WR Will Franklin from MIZZOU, but he was injured at the beginning of the season. He had a very impressive preseason before he got hurt, and if he can step back into that role now that he’s healthy, he could be a threat… provided that our QB can have a decent game.
6) I don’t know about bringing someone here, but we definitely miss letting go of Jared Allen. We are really lacking a pass rush right now. If we could do it over, I’d keep him.
7) Many of us here at AP are already talking about the offseason and what to do. Right now, many of us are high on bringing back Bill Cowher to KC as our coach this offseason, but reports are he’s not interested in coaching until at least 2010. Player-wise, we need a QB, ILB, and something on the right side of our o-line.
8) Dang Broncos… I hate when they do good. I think they’re definitely looking at the top of the AFC West, even if the Chargers can pull things together.

by Vince D on Sep 22, 2008 9:26 PM MDT up 0 recs

All Fair.

It’s cool that regular members from AP are getting in on the act of answering these questions. Sounds like you guys have a nice community over there. I’ll keep an eye out for Franklin. Thanks for the input!

Here we go again: http://thefulldeck.blogspot.com/

by ejruiz on Sep 22, 2008 10:43 PM MDT up 0 recs

Please no Cowher

He would never take the job, but I heard raiders fans mention him as well. But I say if he must return to coaching, keep him out of the AFC West.

Any thoughts on Kiffin if he became available? Try to find the next Shanahan :)

by MattR on Sep 22, 2008 10:46 PM MDT up 0 recs

Cowher used to be our defensive coordinator

And said that if he came back to coaching, KC would be a team of interest. That’s why many of us are high on him coming back.

Some of us think Lane Kiffin would be an upgrade right now, but it’s not likely.

by Vince D on Sep 22, 2008 11:03 PM MDT up 0 recs

well that is disheartening

Cowher to KC worries me

by MattR on Sep 22, 2008 11:08 PM MDT up 0 recs

Can you imagine Cowher in LA?

The Jaw knocks out Weird Al two games into the aseaons and stages a palace rebellion…Nah. Fun thought, though…

Fullbacks Rule

by broncobear on Sep 24, 2008 4:26 PM MDT up 0 recs

Hi

5) After this weekend, the only persons I can think you’ll remember are #49, and #2. That’s Bernard Pollard (if you don’t already know about him) and Dustin Colquitt… They are pretty much the only constants on this team. BP is constantly tackling people about to bust off big runs against the rest of the D, and Colquitt is the team MVP… as our punter.

6) I was most upset they didn’t go after Willie Anderson from Cinci with the state of our offensive line. I have a feeling you guys will come after the QB from our right side on every play due to the weakness of the player(s) there.

7) I try not to because it’s still not even week 4. Unfortunately, it’s hard to have an outlook for the Chiefs that isn’t bleak. I would ~~like~~ love for them to fix the lines, and possibly replace Herm Edwards (the latter is my personal opinion). Our lines on both sides of the ball have been in a state of constant flux since Edwards took over the team.

8) I hate them…. every year, so 2008 is no different :) Good luck to you guys, but it doesn’t look like you’ll really need it. All I can hope is the Chiefs pull their sh!t together on the Sunday that playoff implications are abound :)

have you seen my baseball?

by IISaiNtII on Sep 23, 2008 12:25 AM MDT up 0 recs

I saw a very detailed analyis for a look at next year already for the Chiefs,

Do you think you will draft a QB in the 1st round next year?

Or will you pursue one in free agency?

"How do the berries taste Ralph?" Bart Simpson
"They taste like burning." Ralph Wigam
Broncoman

by Broncoman on Sep 22, 2008 6:51 PM MDT 0 recs

Hopefully free agency

But I’m not sure what the Chiefs are thinking. First round QB picks scare me to death.

Arrowhead Pride

by Chris on Sep 22, 2008 7:11 PM MDT up 0 recs

Not going to happen in '09.

The Chiefs will take either LB James Laurinaitis, or Rey Maualaga. I figure in the 3rd or 4th round they will pick up the (as of now) 4th ranked college SENIOR QB Chase Daniel. He’s a system QB like Tebow, but has more upside… He’s a bit Drew Bree’s-esque in his accuracy, throwing, and stature. Many people at AP don’t like the thought of taking Daniel, but more and more he’s looking like the best option on the table to me for what little risk he would have to draft.

have you seen my baseball?

by IISaiNtII on Sep 23, 2008 12:30 AM MDT up 0 recs

Tebow or Stafford?

by hooper on Sep 22, 2008 6:59 PM MDT 0 recs

If I have to choose one

Stafford, of course. I don’t know why people think Tebow’s game translates to the NFL.

Arrowhead Pride

by Chris on Sep 22, 2008 7:12 PM MDT up 0 recs

Forget Tebow

He isn’t worth a 1st round pick at this point, let alone top 5 pick like it is looking like the Chiefs will have.

have you seen my baseball?

by IISaiNtII on Sep 23, 2008 12:26 AM MDT up 0 recs

I dont think Tebow is a pro QB at all

Love is a razor and I have walked the line on that silver blade

by broncfanstuckinsd on Sep 23, 2008 11:38 AM MDT up 0 recs

Hey everyone....

Could you please recommend this FanPost so that it stays at the top all week? We don;t want it getting buried…

Thanks!

-TSG

SBNation's Denver Broncos Blogger
MileHighReport

Questions, Comments...E-Mail Me!
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by TheSportsGuru on Sep 22, 2008 7:08 PM MDT 0 recs

how is dorsey looking

Love is a razor and I have walked the line on that silver blade

by broncfanstuckinsd on Sep 22, 2008 7:13 PM MDT 0 recs

I mean

3 games in he looks fine. DTs don’t traditionally hit their stride until year 2 or 3.

by primetime 07 on Sep 22, 2008 7:14 PM MDT up 0 recs

I guess I mean

Does he look like he can be a dominate DT?

Love is a razor and I have walked the line on that silver blade

by broncfanstuckinsd on Sep 22, 2008 7:15 PM MDT up 0 recs

Based on his college play

Then yes. I would have loved to see him and Jared Allen play together 3 years down the line.

by primetime 07 on Sep 22, 2008 7:17 PM MDT up 0 recs

What are chiefs fans looking foreward to most?

Mountains, forest, sea: these render man fierce, but yet do not destroy the man.

by styg50 on Sep 22, 2008 7:16 PM MDT 0 recs

or at all?

Mountains, forest, sea: these render man fierce, but yet do not destroy the man.

by styg50 on Sep 22, 2008 7:16 PM MDT up 0 recs

Wait

No, I don’t have anything.

Arrowhead Pride

by Chris on Sep 22, 2008 7:21 PM MDT up 0 recs

At this point,

probably the end of next season which should end the Peterson (and thus the Edwards) era as well. I think they’ll have left a fairly good base of young players for the next GM and head coach to work with.

by Seth_C on Sep 22, 2008 10:32 PM MDT up 0 recs

I think Carl is around for another year

Not sure about Herm.

But Carl has been around for the last 19 and out of respect to his father I believe Clark Hunt will let Carl run his contract out.

by primetime 07 on Sep 23, 2008 7:25 AM MDT up 0 recs

Yeah, that's what I figure.

But I think at this point, a lot of KC fans are looking forward to the end of said contract.

by Seth_C on Sep 23, 2008 8:46 AM MDT up 0 recs

Yup

by primetime 07 on Sep 23, 2008 9:07 AM MDT up 0 recs

Things to look forward to...

Tony G breaking the yardage record for TEs.
Dantrell Savage taking over return duties for BJ Sams.
Connor Barth replacing Nick Novak at kicker.
The same QB starting three games in a row this year.
Seeing how good Flowers and Carr can be at CBs.
Flowers/Carr each returning an INT for a TD.
Having Jamaal Charles run for 100 yards the first time.
Will Franklin’s first 100-yd receiving game.
Hard QB sacks by Derrick Johnson.
Breaking into the 20s for a week in the NFL power ratings.
Creativity of the drawing on brown bags worn in December.
First win.

by sunny D on Sep 24, 2008 12:00 AM MDT up 0 recs

We can always count on you

For some optimism.

by primetime 07 on Sep 24, 2008 9:18 AM MDT up 0 recs

Yep, the key is to keep lowering the bar

Nothing like replacing dreams of Super Bowl appearances with the excitement generated by finding a QB who can stay behind center for three games in a row.

by sunny D on Sep 24, 2008 11:27 AM MDT up 0 recs

LOL…. You ARE a good sport… and I cant wait till you guys are feeling your oats again. As much as it sucked even in our heyday coming into your house, it was part of what made the AFC west great. Coming into Arrowhead widely favored to win just doesn’t feel as right as I might have anticipated.
I haven’t seen a Chief’s home game in a while, is it going to be the same old deafening experience, or is the current state of affairs going dampen things significantly? How many points do you think the Chiefs can score against the Bronco’s intimidating attempt at defense?

I'm tired of hearing about money, money, money, money, money. I just want to play the game, drink Pepsi, wear Reebok.
Shaquille O'Neal

by tannji on Sep 22, 2008 8:14 PM MDT 0 recs

My take on these...

I’ve heard a couple of calls for fan boycotts/silent protests/etc. I don’t think they’ll happen. After all, people would love to see Tony G. break the TE yardage record against Denver.

As for scoring against the Broncos’ D: we might score a little bit more than we have been, but I’m sure it won’t be enough. We might have a shot at breaking 20 points, but the way our D has been playing, you guys will probably have that many points sometime in the second quarter.

by Seth_C on Sep 22, 2008 10:27 PM MDT up 0 recs

Not going to happen

However, the stadium won’t be as electric in the Chiefs favor as in previous seasons. The Raiders game was terrible in terms of an opening day turnout, let alone a division game. I expect the Denver game to be about the same.

Sadly enough, the team is so bad it’s keeping people away.

have you seen my baseball?

by IISaiNtII on Sep 23, 2008 12:34 AM MDT up 0 recs

New Coach

Nice to have you visit Arrowhead Pride.

What does the Arrowhead fan base think of the crop of available coaches.
Lane Kiffen? Others?

Who do you think would replace:
Gunther?
Herm?
Peterson?

Victor Frankl:

What man actually needs is not a tensionless state but rather the striving and struggling for some goal worthy of him. What he needs is not the discharge of tension at any cost, but the call of a potential meaning waiting to be fulfilled by him.

Everything can be taken from a man but one thing: the last of the human freedoms – to choose one’s attitude in any given set of circumstances, to choose one’s own way.

by wyoeng on Sep 22, 2008 8:34 PM MDT 0 recs

We have nothing against Lane Kiffin

Al Davis is more to blame for the Raiders failures in my opinion. Some of us think Kiffin would be an upgrade right now, but it’s not likely we will try to pursue him. Many of us at AP are high on Bill Cowher as our next head coach. We don’t know about Peterson’s replacement… someone who agrees with what Clark Hunt (our owner) has in mind for our team’s future. Many of us like Gun, he’s been with the Chiefs a while and the defense has improved every year since he’s come back… but it’s hard to find reasons to keep anyone when the team overall is doing so horribly.

by Vince D on Sep 22, 2008 11:13 PM MDT up 0 recs

Give it a rest for Cowher please

and live in reality. Kiffen would be a HUGE upgrade to Edwards, and Cowher won’t come to a team in such flux as KC with Peterson still at the helm of it all. Cowher will want his run of things.

have you seen my baseball?

by IISaiNtII on Sep 23, 2008 12:35 AM MDT up 0 recs