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Team Notebook: Kansas City Chiefs News, Rumors and Injury Updates
 Chiefs | Rogers, Dacus released Josh Looney, of KCChiefs.com, reports the Kansas City Chiefs have released LB Justin Rogers and LB Weston Dacus. Chiefs | Waters named Walter Payton Man of the Year Rick Maese, of The Washington Post, reports Kansas City Chiefs OG Brian Waters has been announced as the recipient of the Walter Payton Man of the Year award. Chiefs | May not go after high-priced FAs Adam Teicher, of The Kansas City Star, reports Kansas City Chiefs chairman Clark Hunt said he expects the team to be interested in a number of free agents but may not go after any high-priced free agents. "I would think numerically we'll be very active," Hunt said. "I can't say specifically we'd sign what's regarded as a high-priced or high-demand free agent. We'll certainly look at every one of those players. [General manager Scott Pioli] has my blessing to pursue them if he thinks they're the right fit for the football team." Chiefs | Haley says chemistry with coaches important Kent Babb, of The Kansas City Star, reports Kansas City Chiefs head coach Todd Haley said chemistry among the coaches was an important thing when he was trying to fill out his staff. "We all think in a similar direction," Haley said. "When you have good coaches that fit together and think in similar directions, I think you have a chance to succeed." Chiefs | Add three more coaches The Kansas City Chiefs hired Bernie Parmalee as their tight ends coach, Otis Smith as their defensive quality control coach and Emmitt Thomas as their defensive backs coach Monday, Feb. 1. Chiefs | Richardson arrested Saturday Stephen Thompson, of The Tampa Tribune, reports Kansas City Chiefs CB Michael Richardson was arrested in Tampa Saturday, Jan. 30, and charged with being in possession of an open alcohol container. He was released from jail after posting a $250 bond. Chiefs | Six could be RFAs this offseason The Associated Press reports Kansas City Chiefs QB Brodie Croyle, LB Derrick Johnson, LB Corey Mays, C Rudy Niswanger, OT Ryan O'Callaghan and S Jarrad Page could be restricted free agents this offseason if 2010 is an uncapped year. Chiefs | Pleasant hired The Kansas City Chiefs have announced they have hired former NFL DL Anthony Pleasant as an assistant defensive coach. Chiefs | Anderson hired The Kansas City Chiefs have announced they have hired former Arizona Cardinals assistant coach Richie Anderson as their new wide receivers coach. Chiefs | Ward fired Adam Teicher, of The Kansas City Star, reports the Kansas City Chiefs have fired assistant coach Dedric Ward. Chiefs | Pendergast will not remain with team Adam Teicher, of The Kansas City Star, reports former Kansas City Chiefs defensive coordinator Clancy Pendergast will not remain on the team's coaching staff next season. The decision to part was mutual between Pendergast and the Chiefs, according to a source. Chiefs | Cassel happy about addition of Weis Adam Teicher, of The Kansas City Star, reports Kansas City Chiefs QB Matt Cassel said he is happy about the hiring of offensive coordinator Charlie Weis because Weis will be able to concentrate only on the offense unlike head coach Todd Haley, who was also the offensive coordinator this season. "Now that Charlie is here, it will be great to have a guy who can concentrate totally on the offense," Cassel said. Chiefs | Will keep 3-4 defense Adam Teicher, of The Kansas City Star, reports the Kansas City Chiefs will remain based out of the 3-4 defense next season, however, defensive coordinator Romeo Crennel is known for mixing and matching depending on the strengths of each week's opponent. Chiefs | Want Pendergast to stay on as secondary coach Updating a previous item, Adam Teicher, of The Kansas City Star, reports Kansas City Chiefs head coach Todd Haley would like former defensive coordinator Clancy Pendergast to remain on staff as secondary coach if he chooses. "I want Clancy to be part of this staff," Haley said. "Clancy and I have had some discussions, and we'll just have to see where it goes." Chiefs | Gibbs remaining Adam Teicher, of The Kansas City Star, reports Kansas City Chiefs linebackers coach Gary Gibbs will be retained. Chiefs | Want Pendergast to remain on coaching staff Josh Looney, of KCChiefs.com, reports Kansas City Chiefs head coach Todd Haley said he wants former defensive coordinator Clancy Pendergast to remain on the Chiefs coaching staff. Chiefs | Terminate contract of Pendergast ESPN.com reports the Kansas City Chiefs informed former defensive coordinator Clancy Pendergast early Wednesday, Jan. 13, that they would be terminating his contract, sources close to the situation told ESPN's Adam Schefter. Chiefs | Crennel officially hired as defensive coordinator Updating a previous item, ESPN.com reports the Kansas City Chiefs officially hired Romeo Crennel Wednesday, Jan. 13, to be their new defensive coordinator. Chiefs | Crennel agrees to become defensive coordinator Adam Caplan, reporting for Scout.com, reports Romeo Crennel has agreed to join the Kansas City Chiefs as their defensive coordinator. Chiefs | Crennel expected to join team ESPN's Adam Schefter reports former NFL head coach Romeo Crennel is expected to join the Kansas City Chiefs' coaching staff for the 2010 season. Chiefs | Croyle in team's plans Josh Looney, of KCChiefs.com, reports Kansas City Chiefs head coach Todd Haley said he sees QB Brodie Croyle having a critical role with the team in the future. Chiefs | Weis named offensive coordinator Updating a previous report, Adam Schefter, of ESPN, reports the Kansas City Chiefs have officially named former Notre Dame head coach Charlie Weis as their offensive coordinator. Chiefs | Pendergast's future uncertain Adam Teicher, of The Kansas City Star, reports Kansas City Chiefs head coach Todd Haley indicated that he has not made a final decision on defensive coordinator Clancy Pendergast's future with the team. Chiefs | Weis will be offensive coordinator Chris Mortensen, of ESPN, reports the Kansas City Chiefs will name former Notre Dame head coach Charlie Weis as their new offensive coordinator, according to sources. Chiefs | Vrabel hopes to re-sign Adam Teicher, of The Kansas City Star, reports Kansas City Chiefs LB Mike Vrabel said he hopes to re-sign with team during the offseason. He said there is a desire by both sides to get a new deal done. Chiefs | Have not talked to Crennel Josh Looney, of KCChiefs.com, reports Kansas City Chiefs head coach Todd Haley said neither he nor general manager Scott Pioli have talked to former NFL head coach Romeo Crennel about joining the team as an assistant coach. Chiefs | Haley looking to bring on offensive coordinator Josh Looney, of KCChiefs.com, reports Kansas City Chiefs head coach Todd Haley said he wants to bring in an offensive coordinator because it will allow him to become a more efficient head coach. Chiefs | Krumrie, D'Alessandris will not return Josh Looney, of KCChiefs.com, reports Kansas City Chiefs defensive line coach Tim Krumrie and assistant offensive line coach Joe D'Alessandris will not return to the team in 2010 because the team has decided not to renew their contracts. Chiefs | Could Weis join coaching staff? Jim Trotter, of SI.com, reports former NCAA head coach Charlie Weis could join the Kansas City Chiefs coaching staff, according to a league source. Weis has spoken with the Chiefs multiple times since being fired from Notre Dame Nov. 30. He also has relationships with a number of people in the organization, including general manager Scott Pioli, whom he worked with in New England, and head coach Todd Haley. Chiefs | Five players signed futures contracts Josh Looney, of KCChiefs.com, reports the Kansas City Chiefs have signed CB Jackie Bates, DE Robert Greenwood, RB Kestahn Moore, OL Jermail Porter and WR Chandler Williams to futures contracts. Terms of the contracts were not disclosed. All five players finished the season on the Chiefs' practice squad. Chiefs | D. Johnson scores twice Week 17 The Associated Press reports Kansas City Chiefs LB Derrick Johnson returned two interceptions for touchdowns Week 17. Chiefs | Charles runs for 259 yards Week 17 The Associated Press reports Kansas City Chiefs RB Jamaal Charles had 25 carries for a franchise-record 259 yards with two touchdowns Week 17. Chiefs | Week 17 Inactives The Kansas City Chiefs have declared OG Andy Alleman, OG Darryl Harris, DL Dion Gales, WR Lance Long, QB Matt Gutierrez, LB Pierre Walters, FS Reshard Langford, TE Sean P. Ryan inactive for Week 17. Chiefs | Expected to hire Crennel as DC Adam Schefter, of ESPN, reports the Kansas City Chiefs are expected to hire former Cleveland Browns head coach Romeo Crennel as defensive coordinator for the 2010 season. The Chiefs wanted to bring him aboard last offseason, but Crennel's hip surgery prevented him from taking the job. Chiefs | Magee, Flowers probable for Week 17 Adam Teicher, of The Kansas City Star, reports Kansas City Chiefs DE Alex Magee (hamstring) and CB Brandon Flowers (shoulder) fully participated in practice Friday, Jan. 1. He is listed as probable for Week 17 and likely will play. Chiefs | Alleman out for Week 17 Adam Teicher, of The Kansas City Star, reports Kansas City Chiefs OG Andy Alleman (back) did not participate in practice Friday, Jan. 1. He has been ruled out for Week 17. Chiefs | Flowers practices in full Thursday Adam Teicher, of The Kansas City Star, reports Kansas City Chiefs CB Brandon Flowers (shoulder) practiced in full Thursday, Dec. 31, and is likely to play in Week 17. Chiefs | Magee practices in full Thursday Adam Teicher, of The Kansas City Star, reports Kansas City Chiefs DL Alex Magee (hamstring) practiced in full Thursday, Dec. 31, and is likely to play in Week 17. Chiefs | Alleman misses practice Thursday Adam Teicher, of The Kansas City Star, reports Kansas City Chiefs OL Andy Alleman (back) did not practice Thursday, Dec. 31, and is unlikely to play in Week 17. Chiefs | Magee practices in full Wednesday Kansas City Chiefs DE Alex Magee (hamstring) practiced in full Wednesday, Dec. 30. Chiefs | Alleman limited Wednesday CBSSports.com reports Kansas City Chiefs OG Andy Alleman (back) was limited in practice Wednesday, Dec. 30, with a sore back. Chiefs | Flowers limited in practice Wednesday CBSSports.com reports Kansas City Chiefs CB Brandon Flowers (shoulder) was limited in practice Wednesday, Dec. 30. He banged up the joint in his right shoulder Week 16, but the team expects him to be available for Week 17. Chiefs | Shut out of Pro Bowl Kent Babb, of The Kansas City Star, reports the Kansas City Chiefs did not have any players selected to the 2010 AFC Pro Bowl team. Chiefs | Could have third overall pick in NFL Draft Adam Teicher, of The Kansas City Star, reports the Kansas City Chiefs could have the third overall pick in the 2010 NFL Draft should they lose in Week 17. The team could target help on the offensive line. Chiefs | Week 16 Inactives The Kansas City Chiefs have declared DL Alex Magee, OG Darryl Harris, CB Donald Washington, WR Lance Long, QB Matt Gutierrez, LB Pierre Walters, FS Reshard Langford, TE Sean P. Ryan inactive for Week 16. |
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