The post-NFL Draft edition of the mailbag tackles questions on player versatility, projected depth at position groups and a tale of the tape, among other subjects. @HerbieTeope Why do the Chiefs seem fixated on drafting OL guys who are pretty good at several positions rather than great at one position? — Eric Clarkson (@Eric_Clarkson) May 4, 2015 Taking that approach …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Recently signed Chiefs safety Ron Parker drew heavy interest around the league during his brief time on the market as an unrestricted free agent. Parker, of course, listened to numerous suitors and even had a free-agent visit with the Chicago Bears. He said outside of the Chiefs, the Atlanta Falcons expressed the heaviest interest. But there …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Strong safety Ron Parker isn’t going anywhere, after all. The Chiefs and Parker agreed in principle on a five-year, $30 million contract, a source familiar with the situation confirmed Saturday afternoon with ChiefsDigest.com. The specific numbers of the deal calls for a five-year, $25 base salary, including workout and roster bonuses, with $8 million guaranteed. Another …
INDIANAPOLIS – The Chiefs’ defensive backfield is primed for personnel turnover sooner than later. Cornerback Chris Owens and safeties Ron Parker and Kurt Coleman are scheduled to be unrestricted free agents on March 10. Cornerback Sean Smith and free safety Husain Abdullah enter the final year of their respective contracts. The Chiefs would be wise to plan ahead and potentially …
The Chiefs’ safeties held their own on the back end of coverage and solidified one of the NFL’s best defensive secondaries against the pass. 2014 STRONG SAFETIES: Ron Parker, Kurt Coleman 2014 FREE SAFETIES: Husain Abdullah, Kelcie McCray, Daniel Sorensen NON-FOOTBALL INJURY LIST: Eric Berry (illness) INJURED RESERVE: Sanders Commings (ankle) 2015 FREE AGENTS: Kurt Coleman, Chris Owens, Ron Parker, …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The biggest question mark on the Chiefs defense entering the 2014 season surrounded the pass defense and for good reason. The Chiefs allowed an average of 306 yards passing per game the final seven games of the 2013 regular season to finish ranked 25th against the pass (247.6 yards allowed per game). Kansas City overhauled the unit …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Chiefs running back Jamaal Charles (knee, ankle) returned to a full practice Friday and is officially listed as probable for Sunday’s game against the Oakland Raiders. More importantly, coach Andy Reid doesn’t appear concerned on utilizing Charles if the head coach’s one-word response offers a clear indication. “Yeah,” Reid said on Charles receiving a full workload …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Chiefs had good news Thursday with running back Jamaal Charles and tight end Anthony Fasano returning to practice. Charles (knee, ankle) and Fasano (knee) are officially listed as limited after not practicing Wednesday. Both appear on track to play Sunday against the Oakland Raiders barring a setback. Linebacker Joe Mays (knee) rounds out the group …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Chiefs running back Jamaal Charles headlines a group of four players not practicing Wednesday ahead of Sunday’s game against the Oakland Raiders. Charles is battling knee and ankle injuries from Week 14, and coach Andy Reid was cautiously optimistic the team could have the star rusher on game day. “I think he’ll be OK,” Reid said after the …
Chiefs wide receiver Donnie Avery’s eventual return to the lineup offers more than just another weapon on offense. What his presence brings to the team headlines this version of the mailbag. @HerbieTeope #ChiefsDigest how will Averys return impact this team — Countryboi567 (@Countryboi567) November 3, 2014 The Chiefs are hopeful wide receiver Donnie Avery can practice in the coming days …
