Alex Smith to ask for release

[ChiefMojo]

Why I don't think we will take a QB at #1 unless we felt that QB could start day one effectively.

[B14ckmon]

Originally Posted by ChiefMojo

Why I don't think we will take a QB at #1 unless we felt that QB could start day one effectively.

California said to sign him and draft Geno Smith #1 overall.

Alex Smith would have to be a complete moron to do that.

[CaliforniaChief]

Originally Posted by B14ckmon

California said to sign him and draft Geno Smith #1 overall.

Alex Smith would have to be a complete moron to do that.

As I already said...

1. There's probably more to it than Smith just not wanting to be a backup. SF experience was embarrassing.
2. He could be a bridge-type one-year starter in KC.
3. The market for starting QB's in terms of FA's isn't that strong.

In addition:
1. Reid's offense could be a nice fit for Smith.
2. Chiefs have the money and cap space to do it.

[Fat Elvis]

Originally Posted by B14ckmon

California said to sign him and draft Geno Smith #1 overall.

Alex Smith would have to be a complete moron to do that.

Not if he thinks he could beat out GSmith as the #1 QB. Reid's offense is perfect for ASmith's style of play (it fits GSmiths style as well). I think people forget that ASmith had a 70.2 completion percentage last year with a 13/5 TD/INT ratio-- in the NFL. That is pretty good, folks.

Geno has yet to take a snap in the NFL. KC is ASmith's best chance to make a deep run in the playoffs anytime in the near future.

[B14ckmon]

Originally Posted by Fat Elvis

Not if he thinks he could beat out GSmith as the #1 QB. Reid's offense is perfect for ASmith's style of play (it fits GSmiths style as well). I think people forget that ASmith had a 70.2 completion percentage last year with a 13/5 TD/INT ratio-- in the NFL. That is pretty good, folks.

Geno has yet to take a snap in the NFL. KC is ASmith's best chance to make a deep run in the playoffs anytime in the near future.

Why would he even take the chance going against the #1 draft pick? He wants released to start.

[Fat Elvis]

Originally Posted by B14ckmon

Why would he even take the chance going against the #1 draft pick? He wants released to start.

If you think you are a starting QB, then it really doesn't matter who you are competing against. If he is too afraid to compete against a rookie, then I really wouldn't want him on the team. With the new rookie pay scale, teams can afford to swing and miss--especially if they have a better player at a position.

[B14ckmon]

Originally Posted by Fat Elvis

If you think you are a starting QB, then it really doesn't matter who you are competing against. If he is too afraid to compete against a rookie, then I really wouldn't want him on the team. With the new rookie pay scale, teams can afford to swing and miss--especially if they have a better player at a position.

It's not a matter of whether or not he is too afraid to do anything. It would just be a stupid decision. His Agent will be well aware of this.