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Naptown Chief · 10:17 AM

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Chiefs make an interesting roster decision, move speedy cornerback to running back
By Jordan Dajani

Chiefs make an interesting roster decision, move speedy cornerback to running back
By Jordan Dajani 1h ago • 1 min read

The Kansas City Chiefs are making an interesting position change during training camp, as they are moving one of their speedy cornerbacks to running back.

On Wednesday, cornerback Tremon Smith was seen walking to practice sporting the No. 20, as opposed to his usual No. 39. Reports then surfaced that he had been moved to running back.

Smith was drafted by the Chiefs in the sixth round of the 2018 NFL Draft. The Central Arkansas product served as a kick returner during his rookie season, registering 33 returns for 886 yards. On the defensive side of the ball, he made five combined tackles and one pass defensed.

He's known for his speed, and ran a 4.3 40-yard dash time in college. The rookie had a special moment in Week 6 last year, when he returned a kick 97 yards against the New England Patriots and was taken down just a few short yards from the end zone. Smith clearly knows what to do with the ball in open space, and the Chiefs want to give him the chance to prove he can add something to the offense.

While the Chiefs cut ties with Kareem Hunt, they still have several viable options at running back. Damien Williams and Darrel Williams stepped up at the end of the season when Spencer Ware went down with a shoulder injury, and the team also added Carlos Hyde in March. Additionally, the Chiefs are working out undrafted rookies Marcus Marshall and Josh Caldwell, and sixth-round pick Darwin Thompson is also in the mix.

Establishing himself on the Chiefs' depth chart is a tall task for Smith if the team is serious about this switch to running back, but he has proven that he's a weapon with the ball in his hands.

Edit- Tidbits from Nate Taylor's article in The Athletic-
I'm not going to copy the entire article, but this is good info...

Reid also plans to have Smith continue to be the Chiefs’ primary kickoff returner, a role he excelled in last season, averaging 26.8 yards per attempt, the fourth-best average in the NFL.

In explaining his willingness to change positions, Smith said he first approached Reid about the possibility of playing snaps on offense early last season. Reid learned that Smith had been a first-team All-State quarterback at Saks High in Anniston, Ala., after the Chiefs selected him in the sixth round of last year’s NFL Draft. At Saks, Smith scored the most touchdowns in the school’s history.

“He went back and watched my senior year of high school,” Smith said of Reid. “You know Coach Reid, he’s a guru. Being in Coach Reid’s system, he’s going to find mismatches and find a way to get you open.”
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Also in the article..

Toub, who is also the Chiefs’ assistant head coach, mentioned to Reid a few weeks later that Smith possessed the skills to perhaps be another playmaker for quarterback Patrick Mahomes.

The first test for Smith, however, was in early December when the Chiefs prepared to play the Baltimore Ravens. Reid asked Smith to watch film of the Ravens in order to mimic how quarterback Lamar Jackson operated the read-option offense in practice for the scout team. Smith did the task well enough that Reid praised him during the opening statement of his news conference the day following the Chiefs’ comeback victory.

Smith said Reid then began creating a package of plays. Smith spent time in practice as the quarterback in wildcat formations.

And then..

When the Chiefs’ veterans reported to camp Friday, Reid welcomed Smith with an intriguing message: “Hope you’ve been working on the offensive side,” Reid said.

“Of course, Coach,” Smith responded. “Always.”

Mecca · 07-31-2019, 01:38 PM

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Originally Posted by jjchieffan

Pringle and Deiter are the 5th and 6th wide receivers. I would be surprised to see him take either of those spots.

Why are people enamored with Deiter making the team? He literally was on the roster for a couple of games at the end of the year.

tatorhog · 07-31-2019, 01:46 PM

DaT is gone, he's probably auditioning for that gadget guy they seem to love.

**Perineum Ripper** · 07-31-2019, 01:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Pitt Gorilla

He’s already better than Sherman.

Guess you were right, Chief fan is stupid

**RealSNR** · 07-31-2019, 02:00 PM

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Originally Posted by jjchieffan

Pringle and Deiter are the 5th and 6th wide receivers. I would be surprised to see him take either of those spots.

Can't make the club in the tub.

Cody Thompson has looked pretty good. He's a special teamer, too. Might be the guy to leech on the back of the roster.

You know who I've legit heard NOTHING about or from all camp? Marcus Kemp.

Mecca · 07-31-2019, 02:04 PM

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Originally Posted by RealSNR

Can't make the club in the tub.

Cody Thompson has looked pretty good. He's a special teamer, too. Might be the guy to leech on the back of the roster.

You know who I've legit heard NOTHING about or from all camp? Marcus Kemp.

Be stunned if he made it also, Thompson and Custis probably get hidden on the PS this year, I'd think.

O.city · 07-31-2019, 02:11 PM

Dieter could barely walk up and down the damn hill at TC. He ain't catching anything any time soon.

**loochy** · 07-31-2019, 02:16 PM

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Originally Posted by O.city

Dieter could barely walk up and down the damn hill at TC. He ain't catching anything any time soon.

Nice knowin' ya Gehrig. I hope you are able to keep your friendships alive while you are with another team.

**loochy** · 07-31-2019, 02:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Mecca

Why are people enamored with Deiter making the team? He literally was on the roster for a couple of games at the end of the year.

Because he's besties with Mahomes

Bump · 07-31-2019, 02:19 PM

"well you suck at CB so let's try you out at RB"

From a position of dire need to a flooded position. Better than flat out cutting him I guess.

Mecca · 07-31-2019, 02:20 PM

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Originally Posted by loochy

Because he's besties with Mahomes

Apparently Pat gets to make the roster decisions right? You'd think if they were really comfortable with him they wouldn't have signed a ton of UDFA WR's.

He's been here for 2 years and never made a team out of camp and this years WR group is stronger than the previous 2.

Ribbs67 · 07-31-2019, 02:22 PM

Cody Thompson will take Deiters spot...watch him. The first guy never brings him down and has better hands..
Medically speeding of course...of he can't go.

cripple creek · 07-31-2019, 02:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Kman34

Obviously sucks as a CB.. cause we need them..

yup

Pitt Gorilla · 07-31-2019, 02:37 PM

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Originally Posted by mac459

Guess you were right, Chief fan is stupid

8 receptions, 96 yards
1 carry, 2 yards.

How could a guy with Smith’s speed possibly replace that kind of production (over the course of an entire season)?

**Perineum Ripper** · 07-31-2019, 03:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Pitt Gorilla

8 receptions, 96 yards
1 carry, 2 yards.

How could a guy with Smith’s speed possibly replace that kind of production (over the course of an entire season)?

How good is his pass catching? How good is is pass blocking? How good is his run blocking?

He might turn out to be better, but to say he is already better is ****ing stupid. For you to always bleed out in multiple threads about how Chief fan is stupid, you said a really ****ing stupid thing

Pitt Gorilla · 07-31-2019, 03:34 PM

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Originally Posted by mac459

How good is his pass catching? How good is is pass blocking? How good is his run blocking?

He might turn out to be better, but to say he is already better is ****ing stupid. For you to always bleed out in multiple threads about how Chief fan is stupid, you said a really ****ing stupid thing

It was a shot at Sherman and his uselessness. However, there’s currently little evidence that Smith is worse.

So, you’re right. I shouldn’t have said he’s better. There’s simply no evidence that he’s worse.

07-31-2019, 11:45 AM
Naptown Chief Banned Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: Annapolis, MD Casino cash: $10002400	Tremon Smith number and position change (RB) https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.cbs...ning-back/amp/ Chiefs make an interesting roster decision, move speedy cornerback to running back By Jordan Dajani Chiefs make an interesting roster decision, move speedy cornerback to running back By Jordan Dajani 1h ago • 1 min read The Kansas City Chiefs are making an interesting position change during training camp, as they are moving one of their speedy cornerbacks to running back. On Wednesday, cornerback Tremon Smith was seen walking to practice sporting the No. 20, as opposed to his usual No. 39. Reports then surfaced that he had been moved to running back. Smith was drafted by the Chiefs in the sixth round of the 2018 NFL Draft. The Central Arkansas product served as a kick returner during his rookie season, registering 33 returns for 886 yards. On the defensive side of the ball, he made five combined tackles and one pass defensed. He's known for his speed, and ran a 4.3 40-yard dash time in college. The rookie had a special moment in Week 6 last year, when he returned a kick 97 yards against the New England Patriots and was taken down just a few short yards from the end zone. Smith clearly knows what to do with the ball in open space, and the Chiefs want to give him the chance to prove he can add something to the offense. While the Chiefs cut ties with Kareem Hunt, they still have several viable options at running back. Damien Williams and Darrel Williams stepped up at the end of the season when Spencer Ware went down with a shoulder injury, and the team also added Carlos Hyde in March. Additionally, the Chiefs are working out undrafted rookies Marcus Marshall and Josh Caldwell, and sixth-round pick Darwin Thompson is also in the mix. Establishing himself on the Chiefs' depth chart is a tall task for Smith if the team is serious about this switch to running back, but he has proven that he's a weapon with the ball in his hands. Edit- Tidbits from Nate Taylor's article in The Athletic- I'm not going to copy the entire article, but this is good info... Reid also plans to have Smith continue to be the Chiefs’ primary kickoff returner, a role he excelled in last season, averaging 26.8 yards per attempt, the fourth-best average in the NFL. In explaining his willingness to change positions, Smith said he first approached Reid about the possibility of playing snaps on offense early last season. Reid learned that Smith had been a first-team All-State quarterback at Saks High in Anniston, Ala., after the Chiefs selected him in the sixth round of last year’s NFL Draft. At Saks, Smith scored the most touchdowns in the school’s history. “He went back and watched my senior year of high school,” Smith said of Reid. “You know Coach Reid, he’s a guru. Being in Coach Reid’s system, he’s going to find mismatches and find a way to get you open.” ........ Also in the article.. Toub, who is also the Chiefs’ assistant head coach, mentioned to Reid a few weeks later that Smith possessed the skills to perhaps be another playmaker for quarterback Patrick Mahomes. The first test for Smith, however, was in early December when the Chiefs prepared to play the Baltimore Ravens. Reid asked Smith to watch film of the Ravens in order to mimic how quarterback Lamar Jackson operated the read-option offense in practice for the scout team. Smith did the task well enough that Reid praised him during the opening statement of his news conference the day following the Chiefs’ comeback victory. Smith said Reid then began creating a package of plays. Smith spent time in practice as the quarterback in wildcat formations. And then.. When the Chiefs’ veterans reported to camp Friday, Reid welcomed Smith with an intriguing message: “Hope you’ve been working on the offensive side,” Reid said. “Of course, Coach,” Smith responded. “Always.” Last edited by Naptown Chief; 08-01-2019 at 10:17 AM..
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