Originally Posted by JakeF (Post 14072160)

Why would you put Houston at any other position when DE fits him so well? Houston provides a pass rush without blitzing, something that every Defense needs. Houston and Jones bring a constant pass rush with no need to expose passing lanes by blitzing someone from the backend.

I would like to say the same about Dee Ford but he isn't physical enough to set the edge and play the run.

Originally Posted by The Franchise (Post 14072187)

If you put Ford at DE.....teams are going to run over him.

Originally Posted by The Franchise (Post 14071945)

Restructure Houston.
Tag and trade Ford.
Sign Trey Flowers.

Speaks - Nnadi - Jones - Flowers

Houston - Hitchens - DOD

Whether we stayed in a 3-4 or switched to a 4-3.....we'd still need CBs and safeties.

Originally Posted by O.city (Post 14072012)

The thing is, you can clear up so much money by letting Houston and berry go and not tagging ford

The berry thing probably can’t happen but the other two maybe

Originally Posted by The Franchise (Post 14071945)

Restructure Houston.
Tag and trade Ford.
Sign Trey Flowers.

Speaks - Nnadi - Jones - Flowers

Houston - Hitchens - DOD

Whether we stayed in a 3-4 or switched to a 4-3.....we'd still need CBs and safeties.

Originally Posted by bowener (Post 14072199)

I'm wondering if Landon Collins wants to play for Spags again.



Why would you let any of them go? Berry costs a fortune to cut loose, and you could easily trade both Houston and Ford to avoid the dead money.

BUT why the **** would you trade Houston or Ford if you don't have a respectable replacement ready to go? Unless the Chiefs can get a first-round pick in the top 15 for each player, there is no reason to send them packing. You won't find a replacement for either of them on the cheap with as much ability and experience.

I'm calling bullshit on all these major concerns with who lines up where and if they can. Yes, there will be pains as they all learn different responsibilities, but the defense is going to be running in a 2 or 4 front nickel most of the time like they already did. Ford and Houston will be DEs or upright LBs at the line, and Nnadi and Jones will be the DL.

Originally Posted by staylor26 (Post 14072191)

Strong-side defensive end - Lined up to the strong side of the offense, this defensive end will be between the tight end and the tackle, and their primary responsibility is as a run stuffer with a minimal amount of pass rush ability. This is actually a perfect fit to try to maximize last year’s second-round pick Breeland Speaks. Speaks is solid against the run, but looks uncomfortable in space, something he won’t have to contend with often lined up in this spot. With some wanting to kick Speaks inside to 5-tech in the Chiefs 3-4 defense, this situation presents a better opportunity for Speaks to develop as a starting player for the Chiefs.

Originally Posted by The Franchise (Post 14072209)

Maybe it's just me....but I think Houston is a perfect fit for that role.

Originally Posted by arrowheadnation (Post 14071850)

Wasn't the reason that Ragland was moved by Buffalo in the first place because he didn't fit their 4-3 scheme?

Originally Posted by staylor26 (Post 14072191)

Strong-side defensive end - Lined up to the strong side of the offense, this defensive end will be between the tight end and the tackle, and their primary responsibility is as a run stuffer with a minimal amount of pass rush ability. This is actually a perfect fit to try to maximize last year’s second-round pick Breeland Speaks. Speaks is solid against the run, but looks uncomfortable in space, something he won’t have to contend with often lined up in this spot. With some wanting to kick Speaks inside to 5-tech in the Chiefs 3-4 defense, this situation presents a better opportunity for Speaks to develop as a starting player for the Chiefs.

Originally Posted by Frosty (Post 14072225)

Man, I feel the vast majority of commenters didn't read the article. There is no way you put Speaks at LEO. You need someone fast who can rush the passer. Go back and watch the Seahawks in their LOB years. Chris Clemons and Bruce Irvin played the LEO for them and were similar in size to Dee Ford.

https://www.bigcatcountry.com/2013/1...e-leo-position



If they don't want to pay Ford, the Chiefs will need a FA or draft pick for this spot. I really don't see KPass or Speaks being able to play it. I think KPass will be released or traded as he doesn't really have a spot in this defense.

EDIT: Ok, I could see Houston playing at LEO but then that leaves a hole at SAM. If they could get Wright from the Seahwaks, that would be perfect because that is where he played frequently.

Originally Posted by staylor26 (Post 14072214)

I have no problem with Houston at LEO if we trade Ford or let him walk.

Originally Posted by bowener (Post 14072253)

Why do people keep saying this? You never let him walk. There is no scenario where the Chiefs should do anything but tag him. They hold all the cards and can trade him for a very good draft pick.

I assume Arizona will be going back to the 3-4 this season and last I remember is they need a pass rusher. The Packers are absolutely desperate for a pass rusher.

Idk if the Packers would give up pick 12 for Ford, but that price feels about right.

Originally Posted by O.city (Post 14072251)

Why could ford not play the Leo?