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Kansas City Chiefs
-- Chiefs Injury Update --
Thu Sep 2, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
CBS Sports reports the Kansas City Chiefs will go without about a half-dozen players in the preseason final against Green Bay: OLB Tamba Hali (ankle), ORT Ryan O’Callaghan (groin), LB Cameron Sheffield (neck), CB Maurice Leggett (concussion), OG Darryl Harris (knee) and WR Chris Chambers (unknown)
-- Chiefs Injury Update --
Wed Sep 1, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs WR Chambers didn’t appear to have an injury but left practice early to do some conditioning with his injured teammates. Haley routinely doesn’t comment on injured players but said regarding Chambers, “As far as I know, we’re in good shape. We’re doing a lot of different things with a lot of different guys right now. I wouldn’t read too much into anything.” Two starters, LB Tamba Hali and OT Ryan O’Callaghan, did not practice. Hali had an ankle heavily taped as he worked out. LB Cameron Sheffield, DB Maurice Leggett and OL Darryl Harris are the other players who did not practice.
-- Chiefs Release Lance Long --
Tue Aug 31, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
AP reports the Kansas City Chiefs have waived WR Lance Long.
-- Chiefs Injury Update --
Tue Aug 31, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs backup QB Brodie Croyle returned to practice last week, but he threw his first passes Monday after missing most of the last two weeks because of a right arm injury. In a team drill Monday, Croyle handed off on his first two snaps and then threw toward TE Leonard Pope, who dropped Croyle’s pass. Croyle completed two passes to Pope before the end of the session, and one of those was in the end zone. “It was good to see him out there,” HC Todd Haley said of Croyle. “He’s one of the guys that has to get better to help us become a good team. To see him out there and get through, with no issues, I thought it was a good sign. “He didn’t look overly rusty, although we all had cans of Rust-Oleum in our pockets.” LB Tamba Hali, LB Cameron Sheffield, CB Maurice Leggett, OG Darryl Harris and OT Ryan O’Callaghan spent Monday’s practice session in the conditioning area. S Jarrad Page remains unsigned.
-- Chiefs Injury Update --
Mon Aug 30, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs DB Maurice Leggett and LB Cameron Sheffield, who were carted off the field in consecutive weeks because of injuries, were back at the Arrowhead practice facility Sunday. Leggett suffered a concussion at Tampa Bay, and Sheffield suffered what was called a neck injury Friday at Arrowhead Stadium.
-- Chiefs Release Four --
Sun Aug 29, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Chiefs official website reports the Chiefs announced on Sunday that the club has released OL Tyler Eastman, RB Kestahn Moore, TE Cody Slate and QB Bill Stull.
-- Jamaal Charles Fine --
Sat Aug 28, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Kansas City Chiefs RB Jamaal Charles just landed awkwardly on his funny bone last night. He is fine.
-- Cameron Sheffield Released from Hospital --
Sat Aug 28, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The National Football Post reports Kansas City Chiefs rookie LB Cameron Sheffield has been released from the hospital after being carted off the field with a neck injury Friday night, according to an NFL source with knowledge of the situation. Per our source, "He's doing fine." The fifth-round draft pick from Troy was injured during a helmet-to-helmet collision with Philadelphia Eagles RB Mike Bell. “I just wanted to make sure that everyone’s thoughts and prayers out there are with Cameron,” Chiefs HC Todd Haley told reporters after the game. “We’ve had two of those situations in two weeks and, again, I know the guys are all praying for him and his family that everything turns out in a good way. “Right now I don’t have any information that I feel real comfortable giving, because there are a lot of people out there that are family and friends of Cameron’s and I don’t want to say something that ends up being wrong. I just want to make sure that he and his family know that the Kansas City Chiefs are praying for him.”
-- Cameron Sheffield Injures Neck --
Fri Aug 27, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
AP reports Kansas City Chiefs rookie LB Cameron Sheffield was injured while making a tackle Friday night against Philadelphia and was carted off the field after being immobilized. The Chiefs said he had a neck injury and was still being evaluated.
-- Jamaal Charles Limps Off Field --
Fri Aug 27, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
AP reports Kansas City Chiefs RB Jamaal Charles limped away near the end of the first half of Friday night's preseason game after being forced out of bounds.
-- Chiefs Injury Update --
Thu Aug 26, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs OT Ryan O’Callaghan was one of three players who did not practice Wednesday night. O’Callaghan injured his leg during one of the practice sessions Tuesday. OL Darryl Harris and DB Maurice Leggett also did not practice. Leggett, who received a concussion in Saturday night’s game at Tampa Bay, was back in Kansas City and attended the night practice.
-- Chiefs Injury Update --
Wed Aug 25, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs OT Ryan O’Callaghan left the morning practice with what appeared to be a leg injury. He was replaced by OT Barry Richardson. O’Callaghan was not present for the afternoon practice. QB Brodie Croyle, who has an injury to his passing arm, was limited for the second straight day to individual drills and handing off. That calls into question Croyle’s ability to play against the Eagles. He missed all of practice last week and the preseason game at Tampa Bay.
-- Maurice Leggett Injury Update --
Tue Aug 24, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs HC Todd Haley said Monday that CB Maurice Leggett, who was carted from the field after suffering a neck injury during Saturday night’s preseason loss at Tampa Bay, should play again “sooner rather than later.” “Everything is positive that I’ve heard,” Haley said. “All things point to the fact that this should not affect him career-wise.” The coach said there was no damage to Leggett’s spinal cord. Haley said after the exhibition Saturday that Leggett, a third-year defensive back from Valdosta State, had feeling in his extremities but would spend that night in a Tampa-area hospital. Haley wouldn’t say Monday whether Leggett had been released from the hospital.
-- Thomas Jones Remains Listed as a Starter --
Tue Aug 24, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs RB Jamaal Charles remained the second-team running back when an updated depth chart was released Monday. Veteran RB Thomas Jones, who has rushed for 31 yards to Charles’ 63 in two preseason games, was listed as the starter.
-- Maurice Leggett Injured --
Mon Aug 23, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs DB Maurice Leggett, who suffered a neck injury late in the third quarter Saturday, had movement in his extremities afterward, and HC Todd Haley said Leggett would spend the night in a Tampa hospital for observation. Leggett, a third-year defender, was carted off the field after being tended to for about 10 minutes after his head jerked backward as he tried to tackle Tampa Bay RB Kareem Huggins. Trainers helped Leggett onto a backboard and then lifted him onto a cart as players from both teams gathered on the field. Chiefs players formed a semicircle and appeared to say a short prayer.
-- Maurice Leggett Injures Neck --
Sat Aug 21, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
AP reports Kansas City Chiefs reserve CB Maurice Leggett suffered a neck injury and was carted off the field late in the third quarter.
-- Four Chiefs Sit Thursday --
Thu Aug 19, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
CBS Sports reports Kansas City Chiefs players sitting out the Thursday practice: QB Brodie Croyle, RB Kestahn Moore, FS Jon McGraw and OG Darryl Harris. All four are expected to miss Saturday's preseason game in Tampa.
-- Chiefs Injury Update --
Thu Aug 19, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs QB Brodie Croyle, RB Kestahn Moore, OG Darryl Harris and S Jon McGraw did not practice Wednesday. S Jarrad Page remains unsigned and is not in camp.
-- Chiefs Injury Update --
Wed Aug 18, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs QB Brodie Croyle was wearing a sleeve on his passing arm, but otherwise his injury doesn’t have the look of one that will cause long-term problems. Croyle, RB Kestahn Moore and OL Darryl Harris did not practice on Tuesday. S Jarrad Page is unsigned and not in camp.
-- Chiefs Make Player Moves --
Tue Aug 17, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
AP reports the Kansas City Chiefs have signed QB Bill Stull and released DL Jeffrey Fitzgerald.
-- Chiefs Injury Update --
Tue Aug 17, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs QB Brodie Croyle, RB Kestahn Moore, TE Tony Moeaki, TE Jake O’Connell, OL Ryan Lilja, OL Darryl Harris, OL Barry Richardson, and S Jon McGraw did not practice Monday. S Jarrad Page is unsigned and not in camp.
-- Haley: Jamaal Charles' Role TBD --
Tue Aug 17, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs HC Todd Haley said that, despite a breakout 2009 season and a strong performance in Friday’s preseason opener, RB Jamaal Charles’ role is “still to be determined.” Veteran RB Thomas Jones remains listed as the No. 1 running back ahead of Charles, a third-year back who rushed for 1,120 yards last season. “Jamaal is a developing player,” Haley said Monday. “Jamaal is a player that, last year at times in that development, had good days, bad days and in-between days like a lot of other guys. That is part of the development, and that is part of becoming a dependable player on a daily basis.” Haley said Charles has had a strong camp, even though he was unable to work out or practice during much of the offseason because of shoulder surgery. Haley added that he likes the Chiefs’ stable of running backs, led by the younger Charles complementing Jones and vice versa. “They both understand what’s going on,” Haley said. “It’s a good situation.”
-- Several Chiefs Sit --
Mon Aug 16, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
CBS Sports reports Kansas City Chiefs sitting out Monday afternoon include: QB Brodie Croyle, TE Tony Moeaki, TE Jake O'Connell, RB Kestahn Moore, FS Jon McGraw, OT Barry Richardson, OG Ryan Lilja, and OG Darryl Harris.
-- Dexter McCluster Will be Featured at Multiple Positions --
Mon Aug 16, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs rookie WR Dexter McCluster had no shortage of touches Sunday, taking the majority of the carries while lined up at running back and most of the receptions while playing wide receiver. McCluster is listed as a wideout, but it’s becoming clear the rookie will be featured at multiple positions.
-- Chiefs Injury Update --
Mon Aug 16, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports in addition to OL Darryl Harris, OL Barry Richardson, OL Jon Asamoah, TE Tony Moeaki and O’Connell, the Chiefs’ sent RB Kestahn Moore and S Jon McGraw to the conditioning area after they apparently were injured during Sunday’s workout.
-- Tervaris Johnson Reverts Back to Chiefs IR List --
Sat Aug 14, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs RB Tervaris Johnson, who was waived last week, is now back with the team and part of the injured reserve list.
-- Dexter McCluster Impresses --
Sat Aug 14, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs rookie WR/RB Dexter McCluster continued his impressive preseason, averaging 5 yards per carry and catching three passes for 23 yards. He was one of the quickest players on the field Friday and was able to use his speed to gain yards even on busted plays. The Chiefs haven’t yet perfected their pass offense — and McCluster’s role in it — but it’s clear the youngster has plenty of talent.
-- Thomas Jones Dinged --
Fri Aug 13, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
AP reports Kansas City Chiefs RB Thomas Jones left tonight's preseason game with a "minor stinger."
-- Chiefs Injury Update --
Thu Aug 12, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs rookie TE Tony Moeaki and OG Darryl Harris did not practice Wednesday. O’Connell left the afternoon practice early. S Reshard Langford was absent from practice. S Jarrad Page has yet to sign his contract and is not in camp.
-- Haley Comments on Chiefs Running Game Plans --
Wed Aug 11, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports when they issued their depth chart early in the week, the Chiefs listed RB Thomas Jones as the starting running back ahead of RB Jamaal Charles. That’s consistent with the way they’ve lined up during training camp practices. Jones unfailing is sent out with the first team before Charles. HC Todd Haley said that situation would probably continue for the foreseeable future. But he also added, ''I wouldn’t hold me to anything on the depth chart right now.'' Haley has indicated there will be enough work to keep both players happy. ''They both want to be the starter,'' he said. ''There’s no doubt about that. Somebody’s got to start. That’s just the way it is. We’ll do our due diligence. We’ll play the guy that gives us the best chance to win on that particular day, that particular series, that particular half, whatever it is. I will not be shy in making sure the guy that I think is running the best at a particular time is in there.''
-- Three Chiefs Sit Wednesday Morning --
Wed Aug 11, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
CBS Sports reports there are three Kansas City Chiefs players not taking part in Wednesday morning's practice: OG Darryl Harris (knee), S Reshard Langford (unspecified), and rookie TE Tony Moeaki (ankle).
-- Chiefs Injury Update --
Wed Aug 11, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs rookie TE Tony Moeaki and CB Jackie Bates were in the conditioning area during practice on Tuesday. OG Darryl Harris hasn’t participated since suffering a leg injury Friday.
-- Matt Cassel Wants to Play Entire Game, But... --
Wed Aug 11, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs QB Matt Cassel said Tuesday that he’d like to play the entirety of Friday’s preseason opener at Atlanta, adding that he’s eager to compete against defenders who aren’t his teammates. “Everybody, to a man here, is ready to start hitting somebody else, start sweating against somebody else,” Cassel said. “It’ll be fun to get out there and be a good challenge for us. “In these games, you never know how much you’re going to play, and so I’m preparing to play the whole game if I have to.” Projected starters are typically limited to a handful of plays in the first preseason game. HC Todd Haley hasn’t said how much he’ll play Cassel, saying earlier this week that he’ll make that decision later in the week.
-- Dexter McCluster Takes Plays at RB --
Wed Aug 11, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs rookie WR Dexter McCluster ran some plays from the tailback position Tuesday, adding yet another dimension to the rookie’s repertoire. He is listed as a wide receiver, and he’s also expected to return some kicks.
-- Chiefs Injury Update --
Tue Aug 10, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas city Star reports Chiefs rookie TE Tony Moeaki and OG Darryl Harris did not practice Monday. CB Travis Daniels practiced in the morning but not the evening. S Jarrad Page has yet to sign his contract and is not in camp.
-- Thomas Jones Listed Atop Depth Chart at RB --
Mon Aug 9, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports the Chiefs issued a depth chart today in advance of Friday's preseason opener in Atlanta. It for the most part follows the form of the way they've lined up at training camp. That means RB Thomas Jones is listed as the starting tailback, while WR Dwayne Bowe and WR Chris Chambers are the starting wideouts.
-- Brian Waters Returns to Practice --
Mon Aug 9, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
CBS Sports reports Kansas City Chiefs OG Brian Waters returned to the practice field Monday morning, participating in his first practice of training camp. Waters missed a dozen sessions beecause of an injury. The team said nothing about the injury, but it was to his right ankle/foot.
-- Chiefs Rest Sunday --
Mon Aug 9, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports after a day off Sunday, practice resumes today for the Chiefs.
-- Dexter McCluster Struggles --
Sun Aug 8, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports it was a tough day for Chiefs rookie RB Dexter McCluster. He fumbled two straight punt returns and wasn’t a factor on offense, though the Chiefs didn’t seem intent on getting him the ball.
-- Chiefs Injury Update --
Sun Aug 8, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs OG Brian Waters and OG Darryl Harris (leg) did not practice Saturday. Trainers were working on rookie TE Moeaki’s leg on the sideline late in the scrimmage, but it’s unclear whether the injury is serious. S Jarrad Page has yet to sign his contract and is not in camp. The team is off on Sunday.
-- Jarrad Page's Agent Out Chiefs as Being Vindictive --
Sat Aug 7, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports the agent for Chiefs S Jarrad Page sent an e-mail to a Kansas City radio station Friday, stating that Page had been mishandled, was injured because of HC Todd Haley’s negligence and that trade requests had been ignored by the team. Page spent most of last season on injured reserve because of a calf injury, and he has yet to sign the Chiefs’ restricted free-agent offer for the 2010 season. Page didn’t participate in Kansas City’s offseason program, including mandatory workouts. He hasn’t reported to training camp in St. Joseph, and the e-mail stated that Page no longer keeps a residence in the Kansas City area and has moved to his native California. “Beginning in the Pre-Season and continuing all year,” the e-mail read, “Coach Todd Haley mishandled Jarrad last season causing him to end up on IR. … There has been (trade) interest for Jarrad and the Chiefs are blocking legitimate trades. There’s been plenty of time to get a trade done and at this point, in our opinion, it’s clear that the Chiefs are being Vindictive.” The e-mail stated that Page requested a trade after the Chiefs’ third preseason game in 2009 and reiterated that request June 17, 2010. The e-mail, which was signed only by “Staff” at Front Page Sports Management, was sent to radio station KCSP-AM. Haley was asked Friday about the comments made in the e-mail, and Haley reiterated that he only discusses players who currently are participating for the Chiefs. Page remained on Kansas City’s roster during Friday’s two training-camp sessions.
-- Chiefs Injury Update --
Sat Aug 7, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs OG Brian Waters remained on the sidelines because of an unidentified injury, but he did do some footwork drills early in the morning session on Friday. OG Darryl Harris didn’t participate after suffering a leg injury. DE Wallace Gilberry returned to practice after missing the morning session.
-- Chiefs Friday Afternoon Injury Update --
Fri Aug 6, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
CBS Sports reports missing from the Friday afternoon practice were Kansas City Chiefs OG Brian Waters (ankle/foot) and his replacement, OG Darryl Harris (knee). Also out: RB Tervaris Johnson (knee). After missing the last two practices, DE Wallace Gilberry returned for Friday afternoon's session. Gilberry still has a wrap on his upper right leg.
-- Chiefs Friday Morning Injury Update --
Fri Aug 6, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
CBS Sports reports Kansas City Chiefs DE Wallace Gilberry did not practice Friday morning because of an apparent right leg injury. He’s wearing a wrap on his upper leg but seems to be moving around without problems in the rehab area. RB Thomas Jones continues to get limited reps because of an apparent right knee problem. Jones generally works in all the individual drills but then takes only a few of the carries in team work. OG Brian Waters missed Friday morning’s practice as he continues to work on the stationary bike because of a right ankle/foot injury. Waters has not taken part in any practices in the eight days the team has been in St. Joseph. FB Tervaris Johnson was not on the field for practice because of the right knee injury he suffered on Wednesday evening. He has not practice on the field since the injury.
-- Jamaal Charles Has Best Practice of the Week --
Thu Aug 5, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
CBS Sports reports working with the No. 1 offense, Kansas City Chiefs RB Jamaal Charles turned in his best practice of the week. Charles cracked off several nice runs, displaying his quickness and ability to get up the field quickly.
-- Thomas Jones Dinged --
Thu Aug 5, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
CBS Sports reports Kansas City Chiefs RB Thomas Jones (knee) was dressed and took part in some of the Thursday practice. His participation was limited however because of what appears to be a right knee problem. Jones did not take part in the Wednesday night practice.
-- Tony Moeaki Impressing --
Thu Aug 5, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs rookie TE Tony Moeaki had no problems in his most high-profile practice since becoming a pro. The rookie from the University of Iowa made several tough catches during Wednesday’s night practice, making a couple grabs in the end zone. After nearly one week at training camp, Moeaki is someone who has looked sharp. Still, HC Todd Haley said the tight ends and wide receivers are expected to improve. “Tony is just like the rest of this rookie group,” Haley said, “and I’m encouraged by each and every one of them and I’m hoping that each and every one of them can come in here and help us be a better football team.”
-- Chiefs WR Watch --
Thu Aug 5, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports the Chiefs wide receivers routinely had no problem with the cornerbacks during one-on-one drills, with WR Chris Chambers hauling in several deep passes against CB Brandon Carr near the end zone. Rookie WR Dexter McCluster had another long catch after beating CB Maurice Leggett on a deep route. McCluster also hauled in a deep pass against Leggett during 11-on-11 drills.
-- Chiefs Injury Update --
Thu Aug 5, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs RB Thomas Jones joined OG Brian Waters in the conditioning area Wednesday. Jones wore a jersey and shorts, but he didn’t wear full pads like most of his teammates. FB Tervaris Johnson was carted off the field following practice with ice on his right leg.
-- Chiefs Injury Update --
Wed Aug 4, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs OG Brian Waters and LB Pierre Walters did not practice Tuesday. S Jarrad Page has yet to sign his contract and is not in camp.
-- Chiefs ILB Competition --
Tue Aug 3, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
CBS Sports reports Kansas City Chiefs ILB Demorrio Williams and ILB Corey Mays were back running with the No. 1 defense Tuesday. The last two days had ILB Derrick Johnson and ILB Jovan Belcher working with the first team. HC Todd Haley continues to stress there is no depth chart for now.
-- Chiefs Tuesday Afternoon Injury Update --
Tue Aug 3, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
CBS Sports reports Kansas City Chiefs OG Brian Waters and OLB Pierre Walters missed Tuesday afternoon's practice. Waters is out because of a foot/ankle injury. Walters is out with an unspecified issue.
-- Chiefs Make Player Moves --
Tue Aug 3, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
AP reports the Kansas City Chiefs have signed DE/OLB John Russell and released C/OG Andrew Lewis.
-- Dwayne Bowe Looking Sharp --
Mon Aug 2, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs WR Dwayne Bowe continued to look sharp, adjusting to make a tough catch during Monday’s practice session. QB Matt Cassel underthrew a deep pass toward Bowe, who slowed and jumped to haul in the catch against CB Mike Richardson.
-- Thomas Jones Making Mental Mistakes --
Mon Aug 2, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs veteran RB Thomas Jones has taken grief from coaches during several practices for mental mistakes. Position coach Maurice Carthon gave Jones an earful Monday morning, and it led to RB Kestahn Moore taking snaps with the first-team offense.
-- Leroy Banks Returns Quickly to Practice --
Mon Aug 2, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
CBS Sports reports Kansas City Chiefs rookie TE Leroy Banks was back on the practice field Monday afternoon, after leaving the morning workout with an unspecified problem. HC Todd Haley would not address the reason Banks left halfway through the first practice of the day.
-- Derrick Johnson Says He's Asthma Free --
Mon Aug 2, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
CBS Sports reports talking after Monday morning's practice, Kansas City Chiefs ILB Derrick Johnson said recent rumors about him having asthma are false. “I don’t know where that came from, but I have no respiratory problems,” he said. “Maybe I just breathe funny. I’m fine.”
-- Chiefs Working on Two-TE Sets --
Mon Aug 2, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
CBS Sports reports the Kansas City Chiefs' offense worked some out of the two-tight end packages with rookie TE Tony Moeaki joining starting TE Leonard Pope. Moeaki continues to be impressive not only catching the ball but also in his blocking.
-- Chiefs Monday Morning Injury Update --
Mon Aug 2, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
CBS Sports reports Kansas City Chiefs OLG Brian Waters (undisclosed), OLB Pierre Walters (ankle/foot) and CB Maurice Leggett (undisclosed) did not practice Monday morning. Walters worked in the on-field rehab area, while Leggett wasn’t on the field.
-- Chiefs Injury Update --
Mon Aug 2, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs OG Brian Waters (unspecified ankle/foot injury) and LB Pierre Walters did not practice on Sunday. S Jarrad Page has yet to sign his contract and is not in training camp.
-- Chiefs ILB Competition --
Mon Aug 2, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs ILB Derrick Johnson and ILB Jovan Belcher worked with the first team instead of ILB Demorrio Williams and ILB Corey Mays on Sunday. While Johnson received his turn with the starters, but it’s likely that Williams and Mays will be back in their normal places Monday. The Chiefs appear more comfortable with Johnson as a situational player, entering the game when the opponent is in an obvious passing situation.
-- Branden Albert Improving --
Mon Aug 2, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs OLT Branden Albert’s first season playing for HC Todd Haley and his coaching staff was at times a struggle. Haley asked Albert to play at a reduced weight. Albert had difficulty getting there, and the result was a season that was uneven at best. Albert allowed nine sacks, fifth most in the NFL. He said his weight, listed by the Chiefs at 316 pounds, wasn’t a problem this offseason. “I worked hard in the offseason, got stronger,” Albert said. “I didn’t fall off as bad as I did last offseason. I think it’s helping right now with my focus and my energy and the clarity of my mind. I can focus on what I need to focus on.”
-- Chiefs Won't Hold Joint Practice --
Mon Aug 2, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports the Chiefs for the second straight season are going through a training camp without a joint practice with another team. The annual summer battles against the Minnesota Vikings are less a casualty of geography than Chiefs HC Todd Haley’s desire to do without. Haley stopped short of saying the Chiefs would never work against another club as long as he’s coaching in Kansas City, but for now he seems to have little enthusiasm for a joint practice.
-- Tony Moeaki Continues to Impress --
Sun Aug 1, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
CBS Sports reports Kansas City Chiefs rookie TE Tony Moeaki continues to impress not only with his hands and ability as a receiver but as a blocker. In a run blocking drill, he did a good job moving the outside linebacker.
-- Dwayne Bowe Praised --
Sun Aug 1, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs HC Todd Haley praised WR Dwayne Bowe on Saturday. After a sharp performance Friday, Bowe picked up where he left off during Saturday’s two sessions, making several tough catches and running terrific routes. He looked focused and fit. The only time Haley reprimanded the fourth-year wideout was when Bowe ran a crisp route to get by CB Brandon Carr and stopped after the catch to pose for fans. Haley yelled for Bowe to “hustle back” to the huddle. “It’s carrying over from OTAs and minicamp,” CB Brandon Flowers said of Bowe. “He came in in OTAs and minicamp and dropped his weight, got in well-conditioned shape. He’s stepping up to a whole other level. He’s definitely like a No. 1 receiver out there.” Bowe was known more this offseason for his off-field judgment than his performance or potential. He was quoted in a magazine as saying that Chiefs veterans were “importing” women on road trips during his rookie season in 2007. That was months after Bowe was suspended four games for failing a test for performance-enhancing drugs. Haley said Bowe is trying to focus on football and leave his mistakes behind. “I’m encouraged with where Dwayne is right now,” Haley said. “I think he’s clearly ahead of where he was last year. He’s fighting to be considered one of the good receivers in the league. I think that’s his goal and his mind-set.”
-- Thomas Jones Ahead of Jamaal Charles for now --
Sun Aug 1, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs RB Thomas Jones took most of the first-team snaps at running back Saturday, relegating RB Jamaal Charles to the second unit. Jones might really be ahead of Charles at this stage, but it’s also possible that HC Todd Haley is using psychology to motivate Charles and remind him that last year’s performance wasn’t enough to deem him the starter. Jones, 31, is eight years older than Charles, but the veteran looked as strong and quick as ever during 11-on-11 drills Saturday. Charles’ offensive teammates came to his rescue Saturday morning after defenders lifted him and slammed him to the ground during a scrimmage. Players such as OT Branden Albert and QB Matt Cassel rushed to pull defenders off Charles, igniting the camp’s first brawl. Haley said later that he believed the team got it out of its system.
-- Chiefs Injury Update --
Sun Aug 1, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs OG Brian Waters and DL Dion Gales conditioned on the sideline during Saturday’s morning session. OL Ikechuku Ndukwe practiced after spending Friday in the conditioning area.
-- Ryan Succop has No Competition in Camp --
Sat Jul 31, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
CBS Sports reports Kansas City Chiefs PK Ryan Succop got his first action of camp Saturday and was 6-for-6 on his short attempts. He has no competion in camp for the job.
-- Brian Waters Sits Out Saturday Afternoon Practice --
Sat Jul 31, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
CBS Sports reports Kansas City Chiefs OLG Brian Waters (right ankle/foot) sat out Saturday afternoon's practice.
-- Javarris Williams Impressing --
Sat Jul 31, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
CBS Sports reports Kansas City Chiefs 2009 seventh-round draft pick RB Javarris Williams has been impressive in the early work. He's shown more moves and explosion than at any point last year.
-- Dexter McCluster Returns for Saturday Afternoon Practice --
Sat Jul 31, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
KCChiefs.com reports Kansas City Chiefs rookie WR Dexter McCluster (cramps), who missed some reps during Saturday morning's practice, returned for the afternoon session and ran some plays out of the Wildcat formation.
-- Jarrad Page Skips Training Camp Opening --
Sat Jul 31, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
KCChiefs.com reports Kansas City Chiefs FS Jarrad Page, who has yet to sign his restricted free agent tender, did not report for the opening of training camp.
-- Dexter McCluster Suffers Cramp --
Sat Jul 31, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
CBS Sports reports Kansas City Chiefs rookie WR Dexter McCluster suffered from a cramp in his right calf and was pulled from Saturday morning's practice.
-- Brian Waters has Right Ankle/Foot Injury --
Sat Jul 31, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
CBS Sports reports Kansas City Chiefs OLG Brian Waters did not practice Saturday morning. A right ankle/foot injury appeared to be the culprit. The team provides no injury info of any kind in the preseason.
-- Chiefs Make WR Moves --
Sat Jul 31, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
CBS Sports reports the Kansas City Chiefs have signed WR Verran Tucker and released WR David Grimes. An undrafted rookie out of Cal, Tucker originally signed with Dallas but was recently released.
-- Chiefs Safety Competition --
Sat Jul 31, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs FS Jon McGraw and SS Reshard Langford were the starters at safety on Friday, but those positions are far from being settled. First-round draft pick FS/SS Eric Berry’s imminent arrival will certainly shake up the lineup, and rookie S Kendrick Lewis, who showed a knack for being around the ball in offseason practice, got off to a good start in camp. Langford, meanwhile, dropped what should have been an easy interception.
-- Kendrick Lewis Intimidates Dexter McCluster --
Sat Jul 31, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs rookie S Kendrick Lewis made the defensive play of the day Friday. Heading over the middle to catch a pass, rookie WR Dexter McCluster became too concerned with Lewis’ looming presence and dropped a pass. Lewis pulled up before he slammed into McCluster, but Lewis was in position to deliver a hefty blow.
-- Chiefs Starting WRs have Mixed Practice --
Sat Jul 31, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs WR Dwayne Bowe had a good start to camp Friday. He made a diving catch along the sideline and later went up high over CB Brandon Flowers and made a reception. Picking up where the Chiefs left off last year, the first pass of full team drills was dropped by WR Chris Chambers. He later beat CB Brandon Carr deep for a touchdown, but Chambers pushed Carr away to create the space between himself and the defender.
-- Chiefs Injury Update --
Sat Jul 31, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs starting OLG Brian Waters was a consistent participant in offseason practices but didn’t make it onto the field for the first training camp practice. He instead rode a stationary bike at the edge of the practice field. Players conditioning during practice are either injured or failed the conditioning test that opens training camp. But HC Todd Haley said Waters passed the conditioning test. Asked whether Waters was injured, Haley said, “He had that other thing come up that we don’t talk about.” Haley routinely refuses to talk about injuries. OG Darryl Harris replaced Waters at left guard. Two other players conditioned with Waters on the sideline. OG/OT Ikechuku Ndukwe and DL Dion Gales are both reserves. Neither was injured during offseason practice, so each presumably failed the conditioning test. OC Charlie Weis (left knee) had a heavy brace on his left knee and moved around the practice field in a motorized wheelchair. “His knee went out at the 11th hour,” Haley said. “It was as bad a timing as you could have. He toughed it out and found a way to get through.” RB Thomas Jones worked with the first team at running back instead of RB Jamaal Charles (shoulder surgery), who practiced with the second team. S Jarrad Page has yet to sign his contract and is not in camp.
-- Two Fail Chiefs Conditioning Test --
Fri Jul 30, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
CBS Sports reports Kansas City Chiefs DL Dion Gales and OG/OT Ikechuku Ndukwe failed their conditioning tests on Friday. In lieu of practicing, they ran sprints on the side.
-- Charlie Weis Riding a Rascal --
Fri Jul 30, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
CBS Sports reports Kansas City Chiefs OC Charlie Weis is getting around the practice field on a motorized scooter due to a undisclosed injury to his left leg.
-- Dexter McCluster Continues to Impress --
Fri Jul 30, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
KCChiefs.com reports Kansas City Chiefs second-round draft pick WR Dexter McCluster continued where he left off in spring practices. He showed quickness and the ability to turn in a big gain. As the wide receivers worked on downfield blocking Friday in training camp, the smallest member of the group appeared to be one of the toughest. McCluster showed nice pop with his punch, solid leverage and an attitude that his head coach will certainly like if it translates to gamedays this fall.
-- Jamaal Charles Works Behing Thomas Jones --
Fri Jul 30, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
KCChiefs.com reports even though Kansas City Chiefs RB Jamaal Charles (shoulder surgery) was medically cleared for training camp, he was practicing with the second-team offense behind RB Thomas Jones, who worked with the first teamers.
-- Chiefs to Sign 1st-Rounder Eric Berry --
Fri Jul 30, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Kansas City Chiefs have signed first-round draft pick FS/SS Eric Berry to on a five-year, $60 million contract with $34 million guaranteed.
-- Chiefs Place Brad Cottam on Reserve/PUP --
Thu Jul 29, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports the Chiefs have placed TE Brad Cottam (neck surgery) on the reserve/PUP list after clearing waivers. His 2010 season is over.
-- Jarrad Page Hasn't Signed his RFA Tender Yet --
Thu Jul 29, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs S Jarrad Page has yet to sign his one-year contract offer.
-- Eric Berry Remains Unsigned --
Thu Jul 29, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs first-round draft pick FS/SS Eric Berry is the team’s lone unsigned draft pick.
-- Chiefs Officially Sign 3rd-Rounder Jon Asamoah --
Thu Jul 29, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The National Football Post reports the Kansas City Chiefs have officially signed third-round draft pick OG Jon Asamoah to a four-year deal.
-- Chiefs Re-Sign Leroy Banks --
Wed Jul 28, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The National Football Post reports the Kansas City Chiefs have re-signed TE Leroy Banks.
-- Chiefs Sign 2nd-Rounder Dexter McCluster --
Wed Jul 28, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The National Football Post reports the Kansas City Chiefs have signed second-round draft pick WR Dexter McCluster to a four-year contract.
-- Chiefs Release Brad Cottam --
Wed Jul 28, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
Warpaint Illustrated reports the Kansas City Chiefs have released TE Brad Cottam (neck) after he failed his physical.
-- Chiefs Sign 2nd-Rounder Javier Arenas --
Wed Jul 28, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The National Football Post reports the Kansas City Chiefs have signed second-round draft pick CB/KR/PR Javier Arenas to a four-year contract.
-- Chiefs Top 3 Picks Remain Unsigned --
Wed Jul 28, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs first-round draft pick FS/SS Eric Berry, second-round draft pick WR/RB Dexter McCluster and fellow second-round draft pick CB/KR Javier Arenas remain unsigned.
-- Charlie Weis to Call Most Plays for Chiefs --
Wed Jul 28, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs HC Todd Haley said Tuesday that OC Charlie Weis will call the majority of the team's offensive plays. Haley called plays last year after firing OC Chan Gailey less than two weeks before the regular season began. Haley, a former coordinator himself, said that, although Weis will call most plays, the head coach won't be far away. "We're going to work together," Haley said.
-- Haley Pleased with Bowe --
Tue Jul 27, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
ArrowHeadPride.com reports Kansas City Chiefs HC Todd Haley said WR Dwayne Bowe worked out well at Cardinals WR Larry Fitzgerald's camp. "I know [Bowe has] had a really good last three weeks working out," Haley said. "He's been up with a former player of mine in WR Larry Fitzgerald. I've been getting reports back daily for the last couple of weeks and I think, as I said, he had a better offseason than he had last year. I expect him to be one of those young players that takes a step this year." Bowe was also doing some work with QB Rich Gannon so it seems the Chiefs will have some expectations for him when he returns for camp.
-- Chiefs TE Update - Moeaki Expected to Get Playing Time --
Sun Jul 25, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
PSX reports Kansas City Chiefs TE Leonard Pope came in last season and stabilized a position that wasn't getting the job done consistently, especially with the blocking role. Pope is a big target, but very mechanical in his routes and doesn't really have the type of speed that can stretch the middle of the pass coverage. That's why rookie TE Tony Moeaki figures to get a healthy dose of playing time. Coming out of Iowa, he's known as a very good blocker, as well as being athletic enough to work down the field as a receiver. He displayed in the offseason practices the ability to find the open spots in the coverage and he catches the ball with his hands. TE Brad Cottam waits to be cleared by doctors are suffering a broken neck last December and undergoing surgery. He was held out of all practice sessions in the offseason.
-- Chiefs Top Picks Remain Unsigned --
Fri Jul 23, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs first-round draft pick FS/SS Eric Berry, second-rounder WR Dexter McCluster and second-rounder CB Javier Arenas remain unsigned.
-- Tony Moeaki Energizes Chiefs Passing Game --
Fri Jul 23, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs third-round draft pick TE Tony Moeaki, who signed yesterday, was one of the most impressive rookies during the Chiefs off-season practices. He energized their passing game by showing the ability to beat coverage down the field and catch some long throws.
-- Chiefs Sign 3rd-Rounder Jon Asamoah --
Thu Jul 22, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
ESPN reports the Kansas City Chiefs have signed third-round draft pick OG Jon Asamoah to a four-year, $2.7 million contract, including $900,000 in guaranteed money.
-- Chiefs Sign 3rd-Rounder Tony Moeaki --
Thu Jul 22, 2010 --from FFMastermind.com
AP reports the Kansas City Chiefs have signed 3rd-round draft pick TE Tony Moeaki to a multi-year contract.
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