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1) I think with teams going pass happy, there will be at least 10 quarterbacks to throw for over...

woodman212 — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 08:18:01 -0000

1) I think with teams going pass happy, there will be at least 10 quarterbacks to throw for over 4,000 yards this season. Seem like a lot? I see six locks and seven more with potential. Let's break it down:

Guaranteed to do it -- Drew Brees, Peyton Manning, Tom Brady, Kurt Warner, Philip Rivers and Aaron Rodgers.

Potential to do it -- Jay Cutler, Matt Cassel, Carson Palmer, Matt Schaub, Donovan McNabb, Tony Romo and Matt Hasselbeck.

Trent Green - Monday Morning Quarterback - SI.com

The Woodshed - Offseason Special

woodman212 — Sat, 27 Jun 2009 09:11:47 -0000

So, the offseason has made me something that I once thought was never possible...Yes, it is true that I have become in large part a "lurker"...I have become so busy with working all day long that I have not had much time to post just to see headlines. I apologize, I have let down my Third Watch duties. For all of you out there....

Just a few opinions of mine that I think might offer a different view on a few things. If this is all stuff that has been exhausted, then destroy me in the comments...

If you are like me, you have heard many negative opinions about Cassel's abilities at QB.

I want to remind people of the popular opinion at the time of the trade, before it was overanalyzed by every blogger possible. I distinctly recall Adam Schefter saying that Cassel should be considered a top ten QB no matter what. You may or may not agree...but he knows more than me...
People can say what they want about his accuracy in a charity event or in OTAs with new recievers but one thing we know for certain. We have at least two examples that when there is much at stake, he can deliver and be highly accurate. One is currently recounted on the front page in a highly stressful situation Cassel delivered a perfect pass from his own endzone. The other with the game on the line against the Jets...another perfect pass...

via media.scout.com

I think people are putting far too much stock in the 3-4 idea. We are not solely running the 3-4 this season, this has been stated over and over. Why do people keep making posts about how we are not ready for the 3-4 or that we are rushing to the 3-4. See the comments by almost every defensive player interviewed. This will be a highly creative defense. And hopefully equally effective. I think they have my support if they get us more of this...

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What does the Mike Brown signing mean? Does it mean that Page, Pollard and Morgan are all hopeless and more Herm eff ups? Does it mean Pioli has a half-on for old defensive players? None of that crap...Pioli just saw a gamble and he is taking it. If Brown comes in and can stay healthy he can be very very solid, even a game changer. If Brown comes in and occupies a trainers table all season you have lost very little. Also, I am already tired of the "What can Brown do for you?" pun...This is what Brown can do for you, very fitting of what everyone wants to do after 15 minutes of ESPN these days...(repost but so true...)

via blogs.suntimes.com

Lastly, I would love to give thanks for the fact that we no longer have to think about this guy (just your monthly reminder)

Non-football thoughts:

Transformers 2 brief review: Too long. Plot holes. Megan Foxx is hot. Too many shiny robots fighting other shiny robots to think about for 3 hours straight...
If anyone is into The Decemberists I recommend the new album. It is way different, being a rock opera type format. Seems like people either love it or hate it straight up (I am the former.)
Recently bought me a Smith & Wesson M&P - 15...I thought our redneck crew might be pleased with that.
I tend to be of the point of view that if you are going to impose one of the most substantial taxes ever on a broad range of services then you should take time to read the legislation. What is the rush? Seriously, if you have to rush something through before enough people realize what it is then you aren't exactly representing properly.

(This format was not intended to rip off Parade's "Paradebulation" series with the common use of pictures and so on. This should not be mistaken for an attempt at a humorous post...just a lame one)

Mini-Camp Update 6/6 P.M.

woodman212 — Sat, 06 Jun 2009 23:52:15 -0000

Mini-Camp Update 6/6 P.M.

Look, regardless of whether Waters’ gripes against the franchise are valid, no one is going to be i...

woodman212 — Fri, 05 Jun 2009 05:19:47 -0000

Look, regardless of whether Waters’ gripes against the franchise are valid, no one is going to be inclined to hear or to understand his side of things when he conducts himself like he did on Wednesday.

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20. Kansas City Chiefs Final Score: 53.0 Kansas City scored very high for front office (9) with...

woodman212 — Sat, 30 May 2009 06:54:45 -0000

20. Kansas City Chiefs
Final Score: 53.0

Kansas City scored very high for front office (9) with the great Scott Pioli running the show. I like Todd Haley (6.5) and his new staff (6.5). And the Chiefs have a tremendous fan base and, according to several players we talked to, the best home field advantage in football. KC scored a 3 for defense.

Foxsports.com - Insider grading of every franshise

Redskins Cut Veteran Tackle Jon Jansen

woodman212 — Fri, 29 May 2009 19:38:01 -0000

Redskins Cut Veteran Tackle Jon Jansen

"Kansas City Chiefs first-round draft pick Tyson Jackson chased down quarterback Matt Cassel during...

woodman212 — Sat, 23 May 2009 05:46:35 -0000

"Kansas City Chiefs first-round draft pick Tyson Jackson chased down quarterback Matt Cassel during team OTA practice on Friday at the Arrowhead practice facility. photo by DAVID EULITT/The Kansas City Star."

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I think there shouldn't be much of an impact to the league with the salary cap $5 million higher...

woodman212 — Mon, 18 May 2009 07:10:04 -0000

I think there shouldn't be much of an impact to the league with the salary cap $5 million higher than originally forecast. The cap is due to be $128 million in 2009, not $123 million. The reasons it won't be much of a factor is that, from the looks of the cap sheets, there's only one team -- Kansas City -- that will have to spend more than it wanted to this year in order to get to the 86.4-percent-of-the-cap salary floor. The Chiefs are $31.1-million under the cap now, without any incumbent veterans to spend the money on because none have proven themselves to the new administration. They probably need to spend about $15 million in cap dollars to get to the floor.

Peter King - SI.com - Monday Morning Quarterback

"It’s not intimidating," Jackson said. "It’s just change like all things. I played in the SEC, so I ...

woodman212 — Sun, 10 May 2009 07:28:40 -0000

"It’s not intimidating," Jackson said. "It’s just change like all things. I played in the SEC, so I have experienced a lot going against guys from Auburn or Alabama and guys with good technique like Tennessee. I played against pretty much all of them, so I have adjusted pretty well so far.

"Nothing has scared me so far, but I know I need to step up my game much more. I can’t continue to play the college game in the NFL."

Kansas City Star - Chiefs Have High Hopes for Rookie Defensive Lineman Jackson, Magee

The Chiefs are looking at Hali as an outside linebacker, though he could play some at end when they...

woodman212 — Thu, 07 May 2009 07:54:12 -0000

The Chiefs are looking at Hali as an outside linebacker, though he could play some at end when they move to the 4-3.

"They’re trying me at different spots, but I’ve got to think (linebacker) is probably where they’ll want me," Hali said. "Haley’s telling me both defensive end and linebacker, so I’m moving between both of them now."

Kansas City Star - Hali Hoping for a Fresh Start