http://arrowheadaddict.com A Kansas City Chiefs Blog, No 12-step program required. Fri, 03 Jul 2009 18:28:41 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en arrowheadaddict.comhttp://www.arrowheadaddict.com/wp-content/plugins/widgets/rss.pngarrowheadaddicthttp://feedburner.google.com As everybody knows and is definitely feeling the effects of, it's not exactly the greatest time to be an NFL fan. I mean, nothing is going on. At all. It's getting about as much coverage on ESPN these days as the X-Games, which worries me heavily. So it was refreshing to ... http://arrowheadaddict.com/2009/07/03/branden-albert-has-got-it-goin-on/ Vegas baby! Evidently our star back has been kickin' it in Vegas with some pretty good looking ladies. I can't really blame him. I mean, if i was loaded and it was the one time of the year I could vacation before getting down to business, I'd go to Vegas. Probably not ... http://arrowheadaddict.com/2009/07/01/wondering-what-ljs-been-up-to/ Although I was born and raised in the large city to the East in Missouri, my heart clearly belongs to Kansas City. This is where I completed my training and also become a fanatic of the city's teams. Unfortunately, despite its loyal fans, K.C. often has been treated harshly by ... http://arrowheadaddict.com/2009/06/30/kansas-city-deserves-better/ Today was my birthday, and while I loved going out and eating a giant Chipotle burrito to celebrate and then getting a brand new pair of Ray-Bans, I want more (I'm an only child so selfishness comes naturally). So I decided to make a list of things I want from ... http://arrowheadaddict.com/2009/06/29/my-birthday-list/ As you know, I, (like all of you), love the Kansas City Chiefs! I am completely obsessed with the team; always have been and always will be. Living in Southern California can be tough for a Chiefs fan, but luckily I have my fix with Direct TV’s Sunday ... http://arrowheadaddict.com/2009/06/29/will-you-pay-the-price/ (Addicts, I'd like to introduce David Errett, the new lead blogger here at Arrowhead Addict. It took me a while to find a replacement, but I've found that guy in David. He's going to be great! And even though I'm busy with my FanSided duties, I will still be involved ... http://arrowheadaddict.com/2009/06/28/herm-speaks-again/ I was surprised to hear that Coach Haley was making all the players perform a physical performance test before and after the OTA’s and will do so again at the start of training camp. Even more surprising than that is the fact that Chiefs have not done this before. It ... http://arrowheadaddict.com/2009/06/23/what-happens-if-they-fail-the-test/ As the weather gets hotter, the beginning of training camp and grows closer and closer. As we reach the halfway point of this year, it is important to reflect on the first 180 days. Today's column consists of a critical review of Chief happenings over the last several months, ... http://arrowheadaddict.com/2009/06/22/ramblings-smoke-the-peace-pipe-and-bury-the-hatchet/ Not this is breaking news or anything because most of us knew this, but the Chiefs and Governor Jay Nixon will announce today that they will move training camp to Missouri Western. Governor Jay Nixon will announce on Thursday that a deal has been made with Missouri Western State University in ... http://arrowheadaddict.com/2009/06/18/missouri-western-lands-chiefs-training-camp/ Now that we have gone through the OTA's and minicamp, it's time to take some stock. Specifically, I want to focus on the veteran acquisitions. This offseason strikes me as deja vu. I remember when the Chiefs hired a head coach with a tough reputation. He concluded that the Chiefs ... http://arrowheadaddict.com/2009/06/17/merlins-magic-veteran-pickup-winner-and-loser/ Carl Peterson has landed his next career in football after being the Chiefs general manager for 20 years. The AP is reporting that Peterson will be the new chairman of USA Football. Former Kansas City Chiefs executive Carl Peterson is the new chairman of USA Football. He replaces the late Jack ... http://arrowheadaddict.com/2009/06/16/carl-peterson-lands-a-new-gig/ The following is a thumb-nail skech of the assistants. Bill Muir, offensive line coach - This 67-year-old former offensive coordinator for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers from 2000-2008 was fired along with Jon Gruden. He adds experience to a young coaching staff. Bob Bicknell, tight ends- a holdover from the prior ... http://arrowheadaddict.com/2009/06/16/the-coaching-tree-assistants/ NFL insider Adam Schefter reported on 850 KOA in Denver that Brandon Marshall asked Broncos owner Pat Bowlen for a trade during their meeting Friday. According to Adam Schefter, "Bowlen asked Marshall to take some time to reconsider his stance. Marshall is not expected to back down, however, which means the ... http://arrowheadaddict.com/2009/06/15/brandon-marshall-wants-out-of-denver/ Have the Chiefs done enough to turn the franchise around in 2009? If so, what moves in your mind have the Chiefs done to do so, and if not, then what moves do they need to make in order to do so? Sound Off Addicts. http://arrowheadaddict.com/2009/06/11/a-simple-question/ It is time for you to select your most surprising player for the upcoming 2009 season. Take some time, scour the roster, look at the schedule, consider the Chief’s needs, utilize your football acumen, and come up with one player who you believe will surprise us all and why. ... http://arrowheadaddict.com/2009/06/09/can-you-predict-the-future/