Chiefs Clark Hunt Statement - Page 82

ShowtimeSBMVP · 10:00 AM

"I have a tremendous amount of respect and admiration for Romeo, both personally and professionally," Chiefs Chairman and CEO Clark Hunt said. "He is an accomplished coach, a man of great character and he helped guide our football team through some extremely challenging circumstances this season.

"However, I am embarrassed by the poor product we gave our fans this season, and I believe we have no choice but to move the franchise in a different direction. I will immediately begin the search for the next head coach of the Chiefs. The entire football operation will remain under review, and there may be additional changes to come. No final determination has been made at this point on the future of General Manager Scott Pioli.

"Finally, I want to personally apologize to our fans for our performance this season. We are blessed to play for some of the best and most passionate fans in the National Football League and they deserve better than what we gave them this season. I want our fans to know that I will do everything I can to provide them with a dramatically better team - both next season and in the seasons to come - and our entire organization appreciates their support."

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"... in a new direction. I will immediately begin the search for the next head coach of the Chiefs. The entire football operation will...

Imon Yourside · 12-31-2012, 02:42 PM

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Originally Posted by htismaqe

Brian Billick went from OC of one of the most prolific offenses EVER to the Super Bowl-winning HC of one of the stoutest defense EVER.

Of the retreads, I think he's BY FAR the best option.

I personally don't like any of them, it's hard to see Billick as anything but a conservative game caller in a pass happy superbowl winning league.

O.city · 12-31-2012, 02:42 PM

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@ArrowheadPride Pioli must've been like Matt Damon in the elevator at the end of the Departed: "Just kill me..." and Clark was all: "I am."

htismaqe · 12-31-2012, 02:42 PM

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Originally Posted by mcaj22

and Cowher and Gruden will say the same thing lol.

smokescreen

It's not a smokescreen. It's public posturing.

He said it would have to be the perfect situation, with the perfect GM, so he's just letting potential suitors know that the deal better be SWEET.

**Bwana** · 12-31-2012, 02:42 PM

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Originally Posted by mcaj22

and Cowher and Gruden will say the same thing lol.

smokescreen

Yep, they don't want to come across as desperate that would cost them some extra money.

Chiefs Pantalones · 12-31-2012, 02:42 PM

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Originally Posted by scott free

You want Billick over Cowher?

Both will require a lot of cash and control. Clark on a mission.

Raiderhater · 12-31-2012, 02:43 PM

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Originally Posted by htismaqe

Brian Billick went from OC of one of the most prolific offenses EVER to the Super Bowl-winning HC of one of the stoutest defense EVER.

Of the retreads, I think he's BY FAR the best option.

Probably so. I'll try to forget Boller.

I still want Kelly.

ToxSocks · 12-31-2012, 02:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Laz

Do you really promote a college guy to his first NFL job AND give him GM powers too?

GM powers? Giving him more say in the players he wants doesn't necessarily mean he has to take on all the responsabilites of the GM.

I doubt Chip Kelly would be working on contracts, etc.

I see it as:

"Hey GM, i want that guy. Make it happen"

Opposed to how it was:

"Hey Coach, im signing Quinn, and no, i don't need your opinion on the matter and no, i don't care if you coached him before and think he sucks"

GloryDayz · 12-31-2012, 02:43 PM

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Originally Posted by mcaj22

oh Clark is pissed about the pending Todd Haley lawsuit

lol I didnt even think of that.

Why? Pay him or take him to court.. Now that he's been given the information I'm not sure he has a leg to stand on in terms of these guys who failed under Pioli at least wanting the rest of their contracts' money.

Just pay it and move into the future. Get rid of all these loose ends..

BryanBusby · 12-31-2012, 02:43 PM

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Originally Posted by mcaj22

oh Clark is pissed about the pending Todd Haley lawsuit

lol I didnt even think of that.

Oh, the woman he groped is suing him?

**RealSNR** · 12-31-2012, 02:43 PM

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Originally Posted by O.city

Well, looks like the Cowher bus just got a new set of tires, anyone wanna jump on?

Tell me about how much he wants a 1st round QB.

Then tell me about the rabbits.

Imon Yourside · 12-31-2012, 02:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Raiderhader

Probably so. I'll try to forget Boller.

I still want Kelly.

Yes I want to build our own legacy, how many superbowl winning coaches have won another with a new team?

**Bowser** · 12-31-2012, 02:43 PM

Well, let's look at the three big retread names out there -

Cowher. He has made it very clear that he loves his job at CBS and would only come back to coach in the right situation, which includes the team having a quarterback. That situation allegedly also includes a team on the east coast.

Gruden. Has made statements implying he's thinking about coaching again. Supposedly he is locked into his ESPN contract, and they do not want to lose him. That would take a fight.

Billick. I don't know much about his situation other than he works at NFLN. Has been away from the game longer than the other two, iirc.

Of those, which looks to be the best situation, and why?

**OnTheWarpath15** · 12-31-2012, 02:43 PM

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Originally Posted by htismaqe

Brian Billick went from OC of one of the most prolific offenses EVER to the Super Bowl-winning HC of one of the stoutest defense EVER.

Of the retreads, I think he's BY FAR the best option.

This.

He's the perfect candidate if we're looking at a retread who wants complete control.

Offensive mind? Check.

Surrounds himself with defensive coaches? Check.

Cares more about talent than character? Check.

Coaches with a swagger and attitude that translates to his players on the field? Check.

He's as good as it gets, which means we have no chance.

O.city · 12-31-2012, 02:44 PM

I don't think that money will really be a problem, when talking about the Hunts. It's not like they just spent Christmas at the shelter.

Strongside · 12-31-2012, 02:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Chiefs Pantalones

Both will require a lot of cash and control. Clark on a mission.

Pioli can't take the heat, getcha ass out the kitchen...Clark on a mission.

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ShowtimeSBMVP Chiefs Join Date: Feb 2009 Casino cash: $1326009	Clark Hunt Statement "I have a tremendous amount of respect and admiration for Romeo, both personally and professionally," Chiefs Chairman and CEO Clark Hunt said. "He is an accomplished coach, a man of great character and he helped guide our football team through some extremely challenging circumstances this season. "However, I am embarrassed by the poor product we gave our fans this season, and I believe we have no choice but to move the franchise in a different direction. I will immediately begin the search for the next head coach of the Chiefs. The entire football operation will remain under review, and there may be additional changes to come. No final determination has been made at this point on the future of General Manager Scott Pioli. "Finally, I want to personally apologize to our fans for our performance this season. We are blessed to play for some of the best and most passionate fans in the National Football League and they deserve better than what we gave them this season. I want our fans to know that I will do everything I can to provide them with a dramatically better team - both next season and in the seasons to come - and our entire organization appreciates their support." The Program ‏@theprogramkc Clark Hunt: "I'm embarrassed by the poor product we gave our fans this season, and I believe we have no choice but to move the franchise... The Program ‏@theprogramkc "... in a new direction. I will immediately begin the search for the next head coach of the Chiefs. The entire football operation will... Last edited by ShowtimeSBMVP; 12-31-2012 at 10:00 AM..
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O.city In Search of a Life Join Date: Jul 2009 Casino cash: $-535936	28sKent Babb‏@kentbabb @ArrowheadPride Pioli must've been like Matt Damon in the elevator at the end of the Departed: "Just kill me..." and Clark was all: "I am."
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Bowser sorta mod-ish Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: KC North Casino cash: $-18384	Well, let's look at the three big retread names out there - Cowher. He has made it very clear that he loves his job at CBS and would only come back to coach in the right situation, which includes the team having a quarterback. That situation allegedly also includes a team on the east coast. Gruden. Has made statements implying he's thinking about coaching again. Supposedly he is locked into his ESPN contract, and they do not want to lose him. That would take a fight. Billick. I don't know much about his situation other than he works at NFLN. Has been away from the game longer than the other two, iirc. Of those, which looks to be the best situation, and why?
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O.city In Search of a Life Join Date: Jul 2009 Casino cash: $-535936	I don't think that money will really be a problem, when talking about the Hunts. It's not like they just spent Christmas at the shelter.
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