The Kansas City Chiefs have officially confirmed that Romeo Crennel will be introduced as the new head coach at a 1:00 p.m. (Arrowhead Time) press conference this afternoon. The Chiefs official release on Crennel's hire includes quotes from owner Clark Hunt, GM Scott Pioli and Crennel himself.
Hunt: "We are very excited to name Romeo the new head coach of the Chiefs," Hunt said. "In 30 years as a coach in the National Football League, Romeo has established an outstanding track record of success, and we believe his experience and proven ability make him the best person to help us reach our goal of consistently competing for championships."
Pioli: "Romeo's vast experience and intelligence have helped him achieve success at the highest level. The way in which he creates accountability and respect amongst the team creates a very productive work environment and will be critical in continuing to develop our young core of players," Pioli said. "In addition, Romeo's extensive knowledge of our players, personnel, and needs make him a perfect fit to lead the Kansas City Chiefs."
Crennel: "I have a deep appreciation for the vision that Clark Hunt has and his commitment to building a championship-caliber team," Crennel said. "I believe in the types of players that we are trying to win with and the identity we are trying to create. It is a rare opportunity to be a part of an organization like the Kansas City Chiefs with its storied history and passionate fans and I am eager to get to work and bring this franchise and our fans the success they deserve."
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Glad to hear it
Scaryclouds - January 9, 2012 via mobile
Fuck. Yes.
aasukisuki - January 9, 2012
Alright Romeo, let's get the assistant coaches in place so we can have a full productive off season for a change.
TRSChief - January 9, 2012
That was my second thought
Right after, good, glad its Romeo.
Fozzyboyd - January 9, 2012
I'll third your second thought
Eastcoastransplant - January 9, 2012
I'll fourth your third?
camucr - January 9, 2012 via mobile
I'll FIF your thought
65 Toss Power Trap83 - January 9, 2012
So we need the Press Conference...why?
Scott B. - January 9, 2012
So there is video to show on television.
Chernabog - January 9, 2012
And so reporters can ask questions.
Chernabog - January 9, 2012
Passionate fans - were downright nuts
Ok – time to get an OC/DC, sign the players, and get us a QB that can throw the &%‘in football! Sad that Tebow has done halfway decent and we’re stuck with Plinko for 4 games.
Ren - January 9, 2012
Now get this mother fucker
some fools to contend with. #82 & #39 – make it happen!
KansasCityShuffle - January 9, 2012
Think RAC becoming head coach makes it more likely that we sign Bowe and Carr?
I think Carr comes back because of this.
Fozzyboyd - January 9, 2012
I think acquiring & keeping high caliber players just became a lot less difficult for one Scott Pioli.
reedeasy - January 9, 2012
Agreed
Eastcoastransplant - January 9, 2012
Never worried about Carr
Can’t say the same for Bowe. We got Baldwin on the back-burner, we’re sitting at #11with Michael Floyd & Alshon Jeffrey likely still on the board. Scott has leverage, notsomuch with Carr
KansasCityShuffle - January 9, 2012
Yeah, Carr I wasn't as worried about unless a whole new staff came in
With his DC becoming HC though i think he sticks around.
I would prefer to keep Bowe over drafting a WR though. Bowe is solid when he has his head on straight. He is a legitimate #1 WR. I would prefer to keep him and draft an OL with that first pick. With Bowe, Baldwin, Breaston, Charles and Moeaki that is a nice set of weapons for any offense. Now fix that line and I think we can have something special. The Defense has a good chance to be top 5-10 next year. With a solid O-Line I think we can have a really good offense too.
Cassel may still be a weak link but who knows, the guy could wing it in NE but has never been able to here. I’d still rather have Orton or even Stanzi at this point.
If we have a solid draft, retain Carr and Bowe, and bring in a couple free agents I think this team can do really good things next year.
Fozzyboyd - January 9, 2012
Preaching to the Choir
I’d be perfectly content if the only off-season signing’s we made were Bowe, Carr, and Orton. No doubt in my mind who would win in a QB competition between #7 & #8
KansasCityShuffle - January 9, 2012
I agree with the O-Line pick in the first
but I can’t say I would mind a ton if they decided to take Richardson in round 1 (assuming he’s available) and then took the top RT prospect available in the 2nd.
ChiefsFan4Life634 - January 9, 2012
If Richardson is available then I wouldn't mind that
Richardson and Charles in the backfield would be nice. You can find a starting RT in the 2nd and another guard in the 3rd, maybe even sign another from FA. If they can get one of the top OL in FA I would be happy. Hudson can take center, Asamoah at guard, Albert at LT, then priority is to replace RT and Lilja if a good option is out there.
Fozzyboyd - January 9, 2012
+1
I like Richardson to, unless RG3 is there..
albuquerquechiefsfan - January 9, 2012 via mobile
My thoughts exactly!
ChiefsFan4Life634 - January 9, 2012
Pay the men. Play the men.
$$$!!!
ArrowDread - January 9, 2012
I love it
All we need now is to hire a proven Offensive Coordinator and promote within a Defensive Coordinator. I hear all the talk about Gibbs, but i wouldn’t mind to see Emmitt Thomas as the DC. Any thoughts?
KC_Chiefer - January 9, 2012
Not sure I know enough about either one.
Both were coordinators before right? I didn’t think Gibbs did well though with New Orleans? I don’t know though.
Fozzyboyd - January 9, 2012
Emmitt Thomas
He was a head coach for three weeks in ATL after the resignation of Bobby Petrino. He was 1-2 in his three games, he was then retain as an assistant head coach. I think he has what it takes, just look at what he did this year for our secondary over the past few seasons.
KC_Chiefer - January 9, 2012
RAC: "I believe in the types of players that we are trying to win with"
This quote scares me as it leaves me to believe that the organization has made it clear to him that Cassel is going to remain as our starting QB.
Detroit Buckets - January 9, 2012
Don't read too much into that.
He said “types” not individual players. This is more about the philosophy of drafting and signing strong leaders.
Chernabog - January 9, 2012
like Baldwin?
upamtn - January 9, 2012
If everyone is a leader
who is being led?
jmcgoblue - January 9, 2012
exactly
i think we need a real LEADER on the field too…
KCinAZ - January 9, 2012
I think that's set on the defensive side with Berry, DJ & Hali
On offense, not so much.
jmcgoblue - January 9, 2012
Cassel can be a good leader
Everyone seems to like him, he’s just not a playmaker.
Fozzyboyd - January 9, 2012
I think Cassel followes the cues in acting like a good leader
and doing the things a leader is supposed to do, but I don’t think those things are genuinely him…and other players can see through that.
Look at players like Peyton & Brady and how they each command the offense. I don’t see that in Cassel. But of course it’s hard to get on other players for mistakes when you yourself are responsible for so many of them.
jmcgoblue - January 9, 2012
That's just it...
you can do all the things that a leader is “supposed” to do on paper. But, if you can’t execute on the field, you don’t gain your teammates’ respect. Then, if the HC/GM sticks with that underperforming QB, the rest of the team loses heart.
Face Painter - January 9, 2012
Cassel doesn't seem to have confidence in himself...
And you can’t inspire confidence in others if you don’t have confidence in yourself.
Falcon58 - January 9, 2012
like Jones?
Tarkus - January 9, 2012
like Jones?
That “leadership” probably cost KC more yardage than he contributed.
electriclight - January 9, 2012
He gave credit to Hunt,
But failed to mention Pioli.
Hoochdawg - January 9, 2012
Ooooo... already a conspiracy theory!
Tarkus - January 9, 2012
Tark it's gonna be a long offseason,
Gotta add some wood to the fire.
Hoochdawg - January 9, 2012
Hunt signs his check.
Chernabog - January 9, 2012
I actually like Hunts attitude lately
“consistantly competing for championships”
KCinAZ - January 9, 2012
at least he is "saying" things i like to hear
he said this same thing when he fired Haley
KCinAZ - January 9, 2012
Nice
As long as we replace cassel with a better qb we should be competing . I read a very interesting article about how the only poor lineman score for the year on pass block was with Richardson . We have a pretty solid line outside him , “says the scores” . Problem was with run blocking . I think alot has to do with slow man jones and battle tho . Hopefully if we get two or so lineman we should be solid . Let’s go chiefs ! .
chiefsman! - January 9, 2012 via mobile
I agree
I think we will be drafting an O-linemen in the first round of the draft, unless by some miracle we can steal RGIII, but most likely a tackle is coming our way. If we can then make a move in FA and go after Carl Nicks, we would be back to having one of, if not the best line in the league.
KC_Chiefer - January 9, 2012
ROMEO!
ArrowDread - January 9, 2012
Ok choice
OC and DC are critical. Gibbs, just say no. Emmitt better choice. OC, suggestions?
dklogue1 - January 9, 2012
I'm 100% with you
Emmitt Thomas deserves a shot at the DC position, he has done wonders with our secondary. Even with Eric Berry going down this year he got outstanding production out of Jon McGraw. Even Kendrick Lewis played great in his second year.
KC_Chiefer - January 9, 2012
That's one way of looking at it.
Another way is that we cannot afford to lose a valuable secondary coach. IOW, maybe it’s better to keep him where he’s doing the most good.
Tarkus - January 9, 2012
A Valid Point
But why not let him try to get that production out of the entire Defense rather than just one group? I agree it’s a risk to move him, but i think to be a championship caliber team you can’t be afraid to make questionable moves.
KC_Chiefer - January 9, 2012
I'm fine with either him or Gibbs.
As long as we hire within, with Romeo still overseeing everything, the defense should continue on the same path.
Tarkus - January 9, 2012
Yep
Thats pretty much where i stand as well. Just want it to be one of the two, personally leaning towards Thomas, but like you said it just needs to be someone from within.
KC_Chiefer - January 9, 2012
i like rac
im praying for a legit oc…and also we resign bowe and carr i dono but im worried about losing them like im nervous for a job interview or something for the love of God pioli dont f*ck this up!
arrowheadsoldier56 - January 9, 2012 via Android app
Excited but . . .
Not to be a Buzz Kill, but I expect someone within the organization to explain those incredibly ugly BLOW OUT losses this year? Our D gave up huge points on Romeo’s watch: Buffalo 41, Detroit 48, Miami 31, NY 37, NE 34? I know some are associated with turnovers from our offense (which obviously has issues), but none the less- this needs addressed.
RCNIC - January 9, 2012
They explained that
when they fired Haley.
neiowakcfan - January 9, 2012
Though Romeo was DC
Haley was still HC, and if they didn’t feel like playing for him they didn’t.
ChiefsFan4Life634 - January 9, 2012
These guys are professionals
I’m not buying that they chose to “not play” because Haley was their HC and obviously a jerk. Haley was terminated for insubordination with Pioli, for sticking with Palko and for taking ownership of the ill prepared team that was blown out by the Jets.
If Haley’s micromanagement of the defense under Crennel was the cause of those blowouts, we likely will never know.
Don’t get me wrong, I like Romeo. I liked their performances (offense aside) once he took over. The players obviously like RAC as well. But the players also loved Frank Ganz and Gunther too and we all know how those ended.
RCNIC - January 9, 2012
I'm not saying it was all Haley
I’m just saying whether they didn’t like him or he was meddling or what, it had to have some effect on them. Not saying it was all him, but it had to have been part.
ChiefsFan4Life634 - January 9, 2012
Great! Now can Pioli bring in some more talent?
aFan4Life - January 9, 2012
He has the last two years.
I would expect that to continue.
Tarkus - January 9, 2012
Mostly agree with this...
And I like your signature… unfortunately that’s only 4 of the 13 teams we played.
The second line should read…
“But, gave up 30+ five times this season.”
Falcon58 - January 9, 2012
I don't like long sigs. :)
Tarkus - January 9, 2012
Fair enough. :)
Falcon58 - January 9, 2012
Chiefs have a god young team!
…But we are missing the most important position….QB. Until we find a legit QB, we are going nowhere. We won’t get a top line QB in the draft (unless he is a project), so go get an OT and OG and try to upgrade the QB position in free agency until we can land our franchise QB. I really hope Pioli understands that Cassell will make a great backup…not a franchise QB
NCChief63 - January 9, 2012
Bring Peyton Manning to KC!
Win the Super Bowl next 3 years.
Arrowhead4Life - January 9, 2012
Right.
Because he’s won it almost every year in Indy.
Tarkus - January 9, 2012
Between your sig and your statements...
I’m trying to figure out if your an optimist or realist…
Falcon58 - January 9, 2012
Me too.
I try to be a realist, but don’t always succeed.
Tarkus - January 9, 2012
Saweeeeeeet!!!
Music to my ears!!! Go RAC!!! Go CHIEFS!!!
albuquerquechiefsfan - January 9, 2012 via mobile
Zorn the new Offensive Coordinator??
Zayla - January 9, 2012
In retrospect, Haley probably regrets having a viable alternative on his staff.
Justin Bopp - January 9, 2012
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