Chiefs Rookie Class Grades 2008
I’m not going to lie, I had been thinking about doing this, but it ‘temporairily left my mind’. 
But lucky for me Chris over at Arrowhead Pride gave out his grades for the Chiefs rookies recently so I thought I would give out mine as well… Let’s see who passed.
DT Glenn Dorsey
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Glenn Dorsey does get a bad rap from some fans and media, but I wouldn’t believe everyting thing you hear. Dorsey may have not been disrupting backfields like he was at LSU, but he did lead all rookie D-linemen in tackles this season. Also, if you compare his production to the rookie years of other star DT’s (Warren Sapp, Albert Haynesworth) they are likely more similar than you think. Also, I blame some of this on the coaches; if you draft a DT who’s forte is penetration and making plays in the backfield then why are you trying to use him as someone to takes up bodies? I could be wrong but I think if you unleash Dorsey and let him do what does best then he will take up bodies anyway because teams will be forced to double team him. Sorry, kind of went on there…
Grade: B- |
OT Branden Albert
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The Chiefe offensive line went from worst in the NFL in 2007 to middle of the pack in 2008 and I believe that Albert was a big part of the reason why. Branden Albert was injuried at first, which was a little disapointing (esp for a guy that had ‘never been injuried before’) but you can’t hold that against him. If anything that just showed his work ethic and willingness to succed. This guy could be an All-Pro some day.
Grade: A |
CB Brandon Flowers
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This season Brandon Flowers showed why many anaylist had him pegged as first round talent He coverd big time WR’s and it didn’t phase him one bit. Also, it isn’t his fault the Chiefs didn’t have a pass rush this season.
Grade: A+ |
RB Jamaal Charles
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Charles did have a few nagging injuries this season and overall I’d say he did okay this season. Honestly I would have liked to have seen a lot from him as a RB, esp. with LJ being out for a while, and as a return man ( I would have guessed that he would have taken at least one to the house this season). He did still average over 5 yards per attempt this season so I guess I can’t be mad at that.
Grade: C |
CB Brandon Carr
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Brandon Carr and Brandon Flowers had very similar years and this tells me even more about Carr. This is a Diviions II corner who wasn’t affriad of life in the NFL one bit. He covered stud WR’s and didn’t blink an eye. Carr, in my opinion, did not quite play up to the same level as Flowers, but he wasn’t expected to. The fact the played up to that level says it all.
Grade: A |
K Connor Barth
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Barth made 10 of his 12 field goals this season for the Chiefs. I also believe that he had a touchback or two on kickoffs (something no other Chiefs kicker seemed to be able to to do). He was most consistent Chiefs kicker this season (not sure how much that says) but he did what was asked of him for the most part. 10/12 is 83.3334 % so that is what I will give him.
Grade: B |
FB Mike Cox
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It really is hard to judge a fullback. When we were running Herm’s offense at the begining of the year I saw Cox make some big blocks and some nice catches. I don’t remember his name being called by many people good or bad so I guess it would be safe to say that he did a decent job but didn’t stand out. Grade: C+ |
KR Kevin Robinson
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K-Rob was the best returner in a Chiefs uniform this season. I’m not sure what the averages say, but if you watched that games you know what I am talking about. Then again being the best returner out of this group may not be saying a whole lot
Grade: B- |
CB Maurice Leggett
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Leggett really got a lot better as the season went on. He had two very big plays for the Chiefs this season(fumble return for TD and pick-6 against Denver) and was by far the best undrafted free agent pick of the season for the Chiefs. For this season he gets an A, hope he doens’t turn into another Brackenridge (and by that I mean cut the following season).
Grade: A |
Incompletes: Will Franklin, DaJuan Morgan, Brad Cottam,Brian Johnston,Dantrell Savage
What do you guys think? Do you agree with the grades?
Please feel free to make your grades in the comment section below.
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Chiefs playing it safe with Dorsey
It appears that Chiefs first-round pick Glenn Dorsey won’t be back for the next preseason game like he thought he would and I am cool with that. If I was just given a big money contract and had to chance to start and make a difference on an NFL team I would be feeling the same way; Just take your time Dorsey.
There is no reason to rush Dorsey back to the field for a ‘meaningless’ preseason game even though us fans would love to see him in action. As I said above, if I was Dorsey I wouldn’t mind this and I’m sure the Chiefs are going to do whatever they can to protect what could (and hopefully will) be a building block for their franchise for years to come.
We all wish a fast a speedy recovery Mr. Dorsey and can’t wait to see you in action in the opener. Go Chiefs!
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Injured Albert could miss the rest of camp
This is just our luck… Hopefully Branden Albert will be fully healed by the time the regular season starts… CRAP!
- Rookie offensive tackle Branden Albert could miss the remainder of training camp with what the Chiefs called a sprained foot.
- Coach Herm Edwards called Albert day to day, but acknowledged Albert was unlikely to play in Thursday’s preseason opener against the Bears in Chicago.
“I’d say he’s more out than in,” Edwards said. “He’ll have to rest it and see where he’s at right now.”
[Red Zone]
Here is your chance Herb Taylor, step up and make us all proud!
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Chiefs Cornerback Brandon Carr Highlights
I have been looking at my stats lately and have noticed that a few of you were looking for Brandon Carr highlights so I thought, why not make that a little easier for you by grouping a few things together in one area.
I really like this first video.
Some info from NFL.com
- Overview
Carr was a three-year starter and a two-year All-American for perennial Division II power Grand Valley State. He brought in 11 interceptions over the past three years and broke up another 37 passes during that time. He has a ways to go before competing for a starting or nickel back position, but his upside is high enough to warrant a late-round selection.High School
Prepped at Flint Carman-Ainsworth with current Lakers Todd Carter and Dan Skuta…First-Team All-Big 9 Conference performer as a senior DB…Caught 24 passes for 431 yards and four TDs as a WR, and tallied 53 tackles with two interceptions as a DB…Also participated in basketball.
Analysis
Positives: Prototypical size for corner, tall with decent build and nice arm span. … Shows good hands for the interception and can high-point the ball. … Turns and runs with receivers well, showing good speed and the ability to maintain position. … Plays in the slot at times, but is best on the outside.
Negatives: A better athlete than football player. … Does not play as physically or aggressively as you’d like with his size. … He does not press much and is only adequate coming up in run support or getting off receiver blocks. … Marginal backpedal, and plays a bit high. … Rough transition against smaller, quicker receivers.
I think we all know a little more about Chiefs CB Brandon Carr now.
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Q&A with Glenn Dorsey 7/26 - Video
transcript can be found here.
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Carl Peterson on Glenn Dorsey Signing - Video
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Chiefs sign first-round pick Glenn Dorsey
Chiefs get there guy and have signed first-round DT Glenn Dorsey.
Dorsey, an All-American defensive tackle from LSU, was the fifth overall pick in the draft. A person who requested anonymity because no official announcement had been made said the deal included a guarantee of about $22 million.
The Chiefs have agreed to terms with 11 of their 12 draft picks. Still unsigned is tight end Michael Merritt, a seventh-round selection out of Central Florida.
I must say that Carl Peterson has really impressed me thus far with getting all the picks in pretty much on time.
Now here is a sneak peak of what we are getting.
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Dorsey not at camp and it’s not Peterson’s fault?
My buddy James wrote up a little article on the Glenn Dorsey contract negotiations and I thought you all might enjoy reading it.
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So it appears as though the Glenn Dorsey contract negotiations are stalled due to his agent wanting to wait until more players around him are signed. “His agent indicated Monday night that he was waiting for more signings to happen, even though the first four picks are done,” said Carl Peterson. As of Friday, at 2:00PM the number 1-4 picks as well as the number 6 pick have all signed with their teams. You would think that this would make it pretty simple for the Chiefs to get something done with Dorsey by meeting somewhere in the middle of the number 4 and 6 deal but apparently Dorsey’s agent Joel Stegal still wants more information prior to beginning serious negotiations with the Chiefs.
Peterson is holding out hope that the recent signing of Gholston will convince Stegal to begin serious negotiations. “And frankly, when No. 6 (Vernon Gholston of the Jets) just signed, maybe that will make a difference.” I think it’s safe to say that we all hope it will make the difference. With the team in full rebuilding mode, all rookies need to get in as soon as possible to get ready for the season.
Quotes from CJOnline article
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Chiefs sign first-round pick Branden Albert
Well, this is one of the two signed from the first round. Now it appears the Chiefs will have all but Glenn Dorsey and seventh-round TE Michael Merritt in on time for camp. I’ve heard the word on Merritt is that he has an injury and Chiefs don’t want to sign him until they can get him on the field.
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs have signed tackle Branden Albert, the second of the team’s two first-round draft picks, the team announced Thursday.
Financial details of the five-year agreement were not released.
The team appears far from an agreement with its other first-round pick, defensive tackle Glenn Dorsey. The team headed to camp Thursday.
The 6-foot-5, 316-pound Albert — the Chiefs’ 15th overall pick — started all 37 games he appeared in at Virginia.
Also unsigned is tight end Michael Merritt, a seventh-round pick out of Central Florida.
Now lets get that O-line working together, they need all the time they can get.
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Chiefs sign second-round pick Brandon Flowers
The Chiefs have signed 2nd round draft pick Brandon Flowers to a 4 year contract. Now only have the two first rounders left.
“The Chiefs agreed to terms on a four-year contract with rookie CB Brandon Flowers on Wednesday. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Flowers, a second-round choice out of Virginia Tech, is expected to step right in as one of Kansas City’s starting cornerbacks, lining up opposite Patrick Surtain. Flowers started 28-of-41 games for the Hokies, recording 10 interceptions, 32 passes defended and 158 total tackles.
In PFW’s 2008 Draft Preview, draft analyst Nolan Nawrocki said Flowers “lacks the height, fluidity and downfield speed to fit as a man corner, but he boasts the physicality, ball skills and tackling ability to excel as a zone corner in a cover-2 scheme.”
The Chiefs now have nine of their 12 draft picks under contract. First-rounders DT Glenn Dorsey and OL Branden Albert remain unsigned.”
This actually puts the Chiefs ahead of most teams in signing picks. Good job guys!
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