Todd Haley issued the folowing statement on the addition of Orton

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Originally Posted by Coach

Orton is better than both qb's we currently have in our roster. This was a no-brainer in my mind. Also, I have a hard time believing that Haley wasn't in favor of this. Without Orton, the chiefs were likely to lose all of their remaining games which could hbe threatened Haley's job security. With Orton the Chiefs have a chance at a 6-7 win total for the season which should keep Haley safe considering the injuries they have endured.

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I concur. :bananen_smilies046:

And that's a very god thing, IMO. The Chiefs have enough problems right now. Turnover on the coaching staff would just make things worse before they get better. Keeping Haley and seeing what he can do next year with all his weapons (and a few new ones, hopefully) is a good idea. Next year is the last year of his contract and if the Chiefs struggle again, it will be time to let him go.

I agree. With Kyle Orton on board now. I'd like to see what Todd Haley can do next year. At least the QB position won't be an issue!

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Originally Posted by 2010chiefs

I agree. With Kyle Orton on board now. I'd like to see what Todd Haley can do next year. At least the QB position won't be an issue!

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I bet it will.

Without better protection, and game-planning/play-calling, anybody playing QB is going to struggle.

Ok, but I can't get over Matt Cassel's decision making. It drives me crazy. Not saying it's all his fault , but when he does have time and protection, he continues to dissapoint me. All i'm saying is that with a proven veteran to compare him too and to compete with, maybe it improves our offense. Maybe Kyle Orton can handle pressure better and read defenses better. If Orton gets protection maybe he's able to make the big play we so desperatley want to see when we need it. Maybe he's a better leader and doesn't yell and blame his wide receivers every chance he gets!

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Originally Posted by chief31

I bet it will.

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I bet it will (be an issue) too.

I see a QB controversy brewing just like in Denver. Only this time Orton will play the part of Tebow with Cassel as the established starter and fans calling fo Kyle to start. Will the Chiefs keep both Orton and Cassel for "depth?" Will Orton beat out Cassel for the starting job? Will they even resign Orton? Well Cassel get cut?

Stay tuned ...

There may not be any controversy if Orton comes in and struggles. He is behind the eight ball before he ever took a snap given what remains of our team, add to that a learning curve and he may have a hard time. If he was the qb we are hoping he is Denver would have kept him, they chose another savior though.

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Originally Posted by TopekaRoy

I bet it will (be an issue) too.

I see a QB controversy brewing just like in Denver. Only this time Orton will play the part of Tebow with Cassel as the established starter and fans calling fo Kyle to start. Will the Chiefs keep both Orton and Cassel for "depth?" Will Orton beat out Cassel for the starting job? Will they even resign Orton? Well Cassel get cut?

Stay tuned ...

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...As the Stomach Turns :lol:

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Originally Posted by Chiefster

...As the Stomach Turns :lol:

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:lol: Hopefully the results don't turn my stomach!

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Originally Posted by TopekaRoy

:lol: Hopefully the results don't turn my stomach!

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:lol:

I have more, but hesitate to produce them. :D

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Originally Posted by chief31

Without better protection, and game-planning/play-calling, anybody playing QB is going to struggle.

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No kidding. They barely get the ball snapped & in their hands and a defensive lineman is already there.

Orton's a good qb, but expecting him to save the season is a bit much. If he'd inked a long term contract with the Chiefs, Haley's statement would make a lot more sense.