2008 Kansas City Chiefs season
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2008 Kansas City Chiefs season | |
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Head coach | Herman Edwards |
Home field | Arrowhead Stadium |
Results | |
Record | 1-5 |
Division place | 4th AFC West |
Playoff finish | TBD |
The 2008 Kansas City Chiefs season is the franchise's 49th season, and third with head coach Herman Edwards at the helm. The Chiefs will attempt to improve on their 4-12 record from 2007 with the youngest team in the NFL as part of their "youth movement."[1][2]
Thanks to a potentially strong draft class, Kansas City will be a team to watch in the coming years.[1] The Chiefs still don't know if injury-prone quarterback Brodie Croyle can be their quarterback of the future,[1] especially after his injury in Week 1.[3][2]
Following the Chiefs' dismal 2007 season, head coach Herman Edwards and general manager Carl Peterson could be on the hot seat.[1] Peterson and Edwards should be safe unless absolutely zero progress is made this season.[1] However, Chiefs chairman Clark Hunt has expressed his expectations of a winning team in 2008.[4]
Beginning with the 2008 season, the team's Lamar Hunt/American Football League tribute patch which was introduced in the 2007 season will become a permanent part of the Chiefs' uniform.[5]
Schedule
The 2008 NFL season schedule was released on April 15. The Chiefs were reportedly one of the four teams being considered to play an international regular season game in London, England in 2008. Among the Chiefs, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, New Orleans Saints, and Seattle Seahawks were in consideration.[6] The Chargers and Saints were later chosen instead.
*: Pending the NFL's Flexible scheduling formula.
Pre-season | ||||||||
Week | Date | Opponent | Result | Kickoff | Game site | TV | Record | |
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1 | August 7, 2008 | Chicago Bears | W 24–20 | 7:00 PM CST | Soldier Field | KCTV | 1–0 | |
2 | August 16, 2008 | Arizona Cardinals | L 27–17 | 7:00 PM CST | Arrowhead Stadium | KCTV | 1–1 | |
3 | August 23, 2008 | Miami Dolphins | L 24–0 | 6:30 PM CST | Dolphin Stadium | KCTV | 1–2 | |
4 | August 28, 2008 | St. Louis Rams | W 21–17 | 6:00 PM CST | Arrowhead Stadium | KCTV | 2–2 | |
Regular season | ||||||||
1 | September 7, 2008 | New England Patriots | L 17–10 | 12:00 PM CST | Gillette Stadium | CBS | 0–1 | |
2 | September 14, 2008 | Oakland Raiders | L 23–8 | 12:00 PM CST | Arrowhead Stadium | CBS | 0–2 | |
3 | September 21, 2008 | Atlanta Falcons | L 38–14 | 12:00 PM CST | Georgia Dome | CBS | 0–3 | |
4 | September 28, 2008 | Denver Broncos | W 33–19 | 12:00 PM CST | Arrowhead Stadium | CBS | 1–3 | |
5 | October 5, 2008 | Carolina Panthers | L 34–0 | 12:00 PM CST | Bank of America Stadium | CBS | 1–4 | |
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7 | October 19, 2008 | Tennessee Titans | L 34–10 | 12:00 PM CST | Arrowhead Stadium | CBS | 1–5 | |
8 | October 26, 2008 | New York Jets | L 28–24 | 12:00 PM CST | Giants Stadium | CBS | 1–6 | |
9 | November 2, 2008 | Tampa Bay Buccaneers | TBD | 12:00 PM CST | Arrowhead Stadium | FOX | TBD | |
10 | November 9, 2008 | San Diego Chargers | TBD | 3:15 PM CST | Qualcomm Stadium | CBS | TBD | |
11 | November 16, 2008 | New Orleans Saints | TBD | 12:00 PM CST | Arrowhead Stadium | FOX* | TBD | |
12 | November 23, 2008 | Buffalo Bills | TBD | 12:00 PM CST | Arrowhead Stadium | CBS* | TBD | |
13 | November 30, 2008 | Oakland Raiders | TBD | 3:15 PM CST | Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum | CBS* | TBD | |
14 | December 7, 2008 | Denver Broncos | TBD | 3:05 PM CST | INVESCO Field at Mile High | CBS* | TBD | |
15 | December 14, 2008 | San Diego Chargers | TBD | 12:00 PM CST | Arrowhead Stadium | CBS* | TBD | |
16 | December 21, 2008 | Miami Dolphins | TBD | 12:00 PM CST | Arrowhead Stadium | CBS* | TBD | |
17 | December 28, 2008 | Cincinnati Bengals | TBD | 12:00 PM CST | Paul Brown Stadium | CBS* | TBD |
Division standings
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W | L | T | PCT | DIV | CONF | PF | PA | STK | |
(4) San Diego Chargers | 8 | 8 | 0 | .500 | 5–1 | 7–5 | 439 | 347 | W4 |
Denver Broncos | 8 | 8 | 0 | .500 | 3–3 | 5–7 | 370 | 448 | L3 |
Oakland Raiders | 5 | 11 | 0 | .313 | 2–4 | 4–8 | 263 | 388 | W2 |
Kansas City Chiefs | 2 | 14 | 0 | .125 | 2–4 | 2–10 | 291 | 440 | L4 |
Offseason
Coaching changes
The 2008 season is going to be a very important year for our football team. I expect us to at least compete for a playoff spot...I'm realistic and patient to some degree. But I also know that in the NFL you can quickly turn things around.
— Clark Hunt in January 2008.[4]
Following the Chiefs loss to the New York Jets in the 2007 season finale, General Manager Carl Peterson announced that both he and head coach Herman Edwards would return to the Chiefs in 2008.[7] However, team chairman Clark Hunt—who took over leadership of the Chiefs in late 2006 after the death of his father, team founder Lamar Hunt—declined to immediately comment on Peterson's status.[7] Hunt spoke out weeks later and stated that the Chiefs were his "No. 1 priority"[4] and that "to have the best chance of success in 2008, having Carl here makes a lot of sense.”[8] Hunt wanted to avoid having a new general manager come in with a new head coach, and starting from scratch again.[8]
On January 1, the Chiefs fired offensive coordinator Mike Solari after two unproductive seasons.[9] Offensive line coach John Matsko, receivers coach Charlie Joiner and running backs coach James Saxon were fired as well after a season in which the Chiefs were among the worst offensive teams in the NFL.[9] Tight ends coach Jon Embree and assistant head coach/quarterbacks coach Dick Curl were the only offensive assistants who were retained.[9]
For offensive coordinator, the Chiefs interviewed Chan Gailey, Paul Hackett, Eric Price, Mike Shula, and Jim Fassel. Both Shula and Gailey were interviewed twice.[10] Gailey was hired on January 16.[10] Price was later added as the team's wide receivers coach.[11]
In addition to Gailey, the Chiefs added Bob Bicknell as their offensive line coach, and Joe D'Alessandris assistant offensive line coach.[12] Curtis Modkins, from Gailey's staff at Georgia Tech, was added as the team's running backs coach.[13]
Free agency
The Chiefs had 9 unrestricted free agents heading into the 2008 off-season.[14]
Position | Player | Tag | Date signed | 2008 team | Contract (with KC) |
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DE | Jared Allen | Franchise[15][16] | February 19 (franchised)[15] April 22 (traded)[17] |
Minnesota Vikings | One year[15][16] |
K | John Carney | UFA | Not tendered a contract | ||
P | Dustin Colquitt | RFA | February 28 | Kansas City Chiefs | Five years[18] |
KR | Eddie Drummond | UFA | Not tendered a contract | ||
LB | Keyaron Fox | UFA | March 12 | Pittsburgh Steelers | |
FB | Boomer Grigsby | RFA | March 4 | Miami Dolphins | |
C | Rudy Niswanger | ERFA | N/A | Kansas City Chiefs | N/A |
WR | Samie Parker | UFA | April 14 | Carolina Panthers | |
LB | Mickey Pimentel | ERFA | N/A | Kansas City Chiefs | N/A |
CB | Benny Sapp | UFA | March 25 | Minnesota Vikings | |
OT | Will Svitek | RFA | N/A | Kansas City Chiefs | N/A |
OT | Kyle Turley | UFA | Retired[19] | ||
C | Casey Wiegmann | UFA | March 21 | Denver Broncos | |
DE | Jimmy Wilkerson | UFA | March 1 | Tampa Bay Buccaneers | |
FB | Kris Wilson | UFA | March 26 | Philadelphia Eagles | |
RFA: Restricted free agent, UFA: Unrestricted free agent, ERFA: Exclusive rights free agent |
Additions
In February, Kansas City claimed OT Anthony Alabi off waivers from the Miami Dolphins.[20] Kansas City also agreed to two-year contracts with K Nick Novak, S Erick Harris, DT T.J. Jackson, CB Chad Johnson, OT Joe Lobdell, and G Rob Smith.[21]
In March, Kansas City claimed FB Oliver Hoyte off waivers from the Dallas Cowboys.[22] The team also signed free agent LB Demorrio Williams,[23] and WR Devard Darling.[24]
In April, Kansas City signed KR B.J. Sams, TE John Paul Foschi[25] and C Wade Smith.[26]
In May, the Chiefs signed a total of 23 undrafted free agents.[27][28] and cornerbacks Will Poole and Jason Horton.[29]
In August, the Chiefs signed K Jay Feely but released him the following day.
In September, the Chiefs signed QB Ingle Martin following an injury to Brodie Croyle.[30]
In October, the Chiefs re-signed K Connor Barth, whom was released at the beginning of the season at the 53-man roster deadline.[31] Kansas City also signed QB Quinn Gray following a season-ending injury to starting QB Brodie Croyle.[32]
Departures
In February, the Chiefs released WR Eddie Kennison,[33] OT John Welbourn,[19] RB Gilbert Harris,[19] DE Khreem Smith,[19] CB Ty Law,[34] LB Kendrell Bell,[34] TE Jason Dunn,[34] DT James Reed,[34] and OT Chris Bober.[35] After attempting to trade him for the second consecutive year, the Chiefs released FS Greg Wesley in July.[36] In October, Kansas City released LB Napoleon Harris,[37] and K Nick Novak.[31]
Failed signings
The Chiefs were as aggressive as NFL rules allowed them to be in pursuing C Jeff Faine and K Josh Brown, both of whom signed with teams on the first day of free agency.[38] NFL rules prohibit teams from contacting prospective free agents or their agents until free agency begins.[38] In 2008, that time was 11 p.m. on February 28.[38] "There were probably some deals done before (the start of the league year)," Edwards said when asked why the Chiefs didn't get in the game with either player. "We didn't cheat. We abided by the rules. That's how you're supposed to do it, and that's what we did."[38]
Following the season-ending injurty to QB Brodie Croyle, the Chiefs contacted recently-retired QB Daunte Culpepper and free agent QB Bruce Gradkowski.[31]
Jared Allen trade
In February, the Chiefs placed the franchise tag on DE Jared Allen to prevent him from hitting the free agent market before the teams agree on a long-term deal.[15] In April, reports surfaced detailing a proposed trade between Kansas City and the Minnesota Vikings which would send Allen to Minnesota in exchange for additional selections in the 2008 NFL Draft.[39] Other teams that had contacted Allen's agent include the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Jacksonville Jaguars.[40] The Philadelphia Eagles also proposed a trade with Kansas City.[41] Allen was not tagged as an exclusive rights franchise player and had the right to visit and negotiate with other teams.[42]
Chiefs general manager Carl Peterson's relationship with Allen had been strained ever since Peterson, in the wake of Allen's DUI convictions, described him as "a young man at risk."[39] Allen, who could be suspended for a season if he has another alcohol-related episode, had said he would not negotiate with Kansas City if he did not get a contract done by July 2009.[39] Allen had previously voiced his wish to stay with the Chiefs.[15]
On April 22, the Chiefs and Vikings reached an agreement on a trade package, and at roughly the same time, Allen reached an agreement in principle on a contract with the Vikings. Upon reaching the contract agreement, Allen headed to the airport and left for Minnesota.[17]
Sources said the Vikings included a second third-round pick (No. 73) in the 2008 draft to get the deal done. They had been offering a No. 1 pick (17th in the first round) and a No. 3 (No. 82). The teams also swapped spots in the sixth round with the Vikings getting a better spot in the sixth round, sources said.[17]
2008 NFL Draft
The Chiefs chose fifth overall in the 2008 NFL Draft.[43] A coin flip held at the NFL Scouting Combine determined the tie-breaker between the Chiefs, Falcons, and Raiders.[44] The Chiefs had a league-high 13 selections heading into the draft.[45]
Kansas City was interested in defensive end Chris Long following the departure of Jared Allen, but ended up with Glenn Dorsey after he slipped to #5 overall. Kansas City had Dorsey rated higher than Long,[46] despite not having an immediate need at the position. Regardless of concern from NFL scouts about a previous leg injury to Dorsey which may cause him to get surgery in the near future, Kansas City selected Dorsey fifth overall.[46] Dorsey and OT Branden Albert, Kansas City's other first-round selection, were considered by some to be the best players in the entire Draft.[1][47][48]
Several analysts considered Kansas City to have made the best draft selections of any team.[1][46][47][48][49][50][51][52] Kansas City also received the largest rookie pool to pay their 12 rookies, with a sum of $8,221,790, due in part to their two selections in the top 15 of the NFL Draft.[52]
Round | Selection | Name | Position | College | Contract |
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1 | 5 | Glenn Dorsey | Defensive tackle | LSU | Six years[53] |
15[a][e] | Branden Albert | Guard | Virginia | Five years[54] | |
2 | 35 | Brandon Flowers | Cornerback | Virginia Tech | Four years[55] |
3 | 73[e] | Jamaal Charles | Running back | Texas | Three years[56] |
76[a] | Brad Cottam | Tight end | Tennessee | Three years[56] | |
82[a] | DaJuan Morgan | Safety | North Carolina State | Three years[57] | |
4 | 105 | Will Franklin | Wide receiver | Missouri | Four years[58] |
5 | 140[e] | Brandon Carr | Cornerback | Grand Valley State | Three years[59] |
6 | 170 | Barry Richardson | Offensive tackle | Clemson | Three years[60] |
182[a][c] | Kevin Robinson | Wide receiver | Utah State | Three years[61] | |
7 | 210 | Brian Johnston | Linebacker | Gardner-Webb | Three years[61] |
239[d] | Michael Merritt | Tight end | Central Florida | Three years[62] |
Notes:
- a Obtained Minnesota's first round selection (#17), and two third round selections (#73, #82) in exchange for DE Jared Allen. The teams also swapped sixth round selections (Kansas City moved from #187 to #182).[17]
- b Obtained Miami's fifth round selection (#136) in exchange for QB Trent Green.[43] The selection was later traded to Detroit.[63]
- c Obtained Tampa Bay's sixth round selection (#187) in exchange for RB Michael Bennett.[43] The selection was later swapped with Minnesota.[17]
- d Obtained New York's seventh round selection (#239) in exhange for K Lawrence Tynes.[43]
- e (Draft day trade) Obtained Detroit's first round selection (#15) and third round selection (#76) in exchange for the Chiefs' first round selection (#17), third round selection (#66) and fifth round selection (#136).[63]
Roster
Coaching staff
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Pre-season
Training camp
The Chiefs departed for training camp at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls on July 24 and broke camp on August 15. The 2008 training camp session marked the Chiefs' 18th season in River Falls, Wisconsin. Prior to the start of the season, Kansas City named Patrick Surtain, Pat Thomas, Brian Waters, and Jon McGraw as team captains.[64]
Exhibition games
The Chiefs played the Chicago Bears on August 7 and their offense was very consistent. They won the game 24–20 and had their first victory in the pre-season since August 2006. The team lost to the Arizona Cardinals by a score of 27–17 at Arrowhead Stadium on August 16. The Chiefs were shut-out by the Miami Dolphins at Dolphin Stadium by a score of 24–0 on August 23. Kansas City played its final pre-season game against the St. Louis Rams on August 28 at Arrowhead Stadium for the Missouri Governor's Cup. The Chiefs won the game 21–17.
Regular season
Week 1: at New England Patriots
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The Chiefs played the defending AFC Champion New England Patriots, and were 16 ½-point underdogs entering the game. With 7:20 left in the first quarter, safety Bernard Pollard hit quarterback Tom Brady in his left leg.[65] Brady went down, clutching his left knee and would not return to play in the game. Back–up quarterback Matt Cassel entered the game, and his first pass of the game went 51 yards to wide receiver Randy Moss. Cassel continued to excel as he was 5-6 on the drive. It ended on a 10 yard touchdown pass to Moss, giving the heavily favored Patriots the early lead in the second quarter. Five drives later the Chiefs got on the scoreboard after a 13-play drive that ended on a 40 yard field goal from kicker Nick Novak. However, New England replied with their second touchdown of the day, this time a 5 yard run by running back Sammy Morris. Chiefs quarterback Brodie Croyle was hurt when he was sacked and slammed to the turf on his shoulder.[3] With around 50 seconds on the clock and down by a touchdown in the fourth quarter, the Chiefs had the ball near the Patriots goal line. Kansas City had a chance to score but Dwayne Bowe dropped a pass in the end zone on fourth down, leading the the Patriots victory. The loss also gave them a franchise-worst 10-straight losses, dating back to last season.e tried to throw on the sideline, but immediately indicated he was through for the day.[3] Damon Huard substitued for Croyle and had the Chiefs on the 5-yard line when they ran out of downs. The Patriots won the game 17–10, and the Chiefs fell to an 0–1 start.
Week 2: vs. Oakland Raiders
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Hoping to rebound from their tough road loss to the Patriots, the Chiefs hosted their AFC West rival, the Oakland Raiders. In the first quarter, Kansas City trailed early as Raiders kicker Sebastian Janikowski got a 56-yard and a 25-yard field goal. Chiefs quarterback Damon Huard suffered a neck injury in the first quarter and Tyler Thigpen substituted as quarterback for the remainder of the game.[66] Huard was in for Kansas City's first two series, but didn't return after throwing an interception late in the second quarter.[66] Marques Hagans, who was listed on the Chiefs' roster as a wide receiver, checked in as quarterback for several draw plays.[67] The Chiefs announced at the end of the third quarter that Huard sustained "mild head trauma,"[67] a move deemed controversial as Huard never sought medical attention in the following days.[68]
Under Thigpen, the Chiefs' offense struggled to move the ball down the field. In using three quarterbacks, the Chiefs had only 65 net yards at halftime.[67] Raiders RB Darren McFadden got a 19-yard TD run in the third quarter. Oakland increased its lead with Janikowski nailing a 40-yard field goal in the fourth quarter. The Chiefs would respond with rookie QB Tyler Thigpen completing a 2-yard TD pass to TE Tony Gonzalez, Kansas City executed a two-point conversion pass to rookie FB Mike Cox to make them within 8 points with just over five minutes remaining.[67] The Chiefs' two-point conversion was the team's first in two years.[67] Kansas City lost its opportunity to tie the game as the Raiders pulled away with RB Michael Bush getting a 32-yard TD run.
The Chiefs' defense allowed the third-highest total yards on offense in franchise history.[67] JaMarcus Russell completed only 6 of 17 passes for 55 yards and led the Raiders to a 15-point victory.[69] Following the game, Chiefs RB Larry Johnson voiced his displeasure with the Chiefs' offense and his role with the team.[70] With the loss, the Chiefs fell to an 0–2 record for the third consecutive year.[67] Kansas City's 11-game losing streak (2007–2008) is the longest in franchise history.[67][69] The Chiefs also lost their second consecutive game to the Raiders for the first time since 2001.
Week 3: at Atlanta Falcons
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Trying to snap a two-game losing skid, the Chiefs flew to the Georgia Dome for a Week 3 interconference duel with the Atlanta Falcons. With Damon Huard still recovering, second-year quarterback Tyler Thigpen was given the start.[2]
In the first quarter, Kansas City's struggles continued as Falcons RB Michael Turner got a 4-yard TD run, along with QB Matt Ryan completing a 70-yard TD pass to WR Roddy White. In the second quarter, Atlanta increased its lead with kicker Jason Elam getting a 27-yard field goal, along with Turner's 1-yard TD run. The Chiefs would close out the first half with Thigpen completing a 15-yard TD pass to WR Dwayne Bowe.
In the third quarter, Kansas City drew closer as RB Larry Johnson got a 1-yard TD run. However, the Falcons replied with Turner's 2-yard TD run, and a fourth quarter interception sealed the win when CB Chris Houston returned it 10 yards for a touchdown.
With their twelfth consecutive loss, the Chiefs fell to 0-3.
Week 4: vs. Denver Broncos
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The Chiefs hosted the 3–0 Broncos in hopes of winning their first game of the season.[71] The Chiefs' offense, averaging fewer than 11 points a game, turned early touchdown opportunities into short field goals.[71]
In its first two possessions, Denver's league-leading offense had a turnover, a sack and a shanked punt.[71] Larry Johnson ran a career-long 65-yard run to the 21 yard line on the game's second play.[71] Kansas City had first-and-goal from the 9, but only managed a field goal.[71] The field goal gave Kansas City their first lead in 22 quarters, since the team's lead against the Titans on December 16, 2007.[71]
With QB Damon Huard at the helm, the Chiefs' offense allowed no turnovers and scored more points in one game (33) than their first three games of the season combined (32).[71] Denver's running defense was noticeably weak and allowed Chiefs RB Larry Johnson to fun for 198 yards.[71] Johnson also tallied his first 2 touchdown game in over two years. Denver allowed four turnovers,[71] which the Chiefs capitalized on three. Chiefs TE Tony Gonzalez scored one touchdown and finished the game within three yards shy of tying Shannon Sharpe's all-time receiving record (10,060).[71]
The win was Kansas City's first since a victory over Oakland on October 21, 2007.[71] Johnson tallied his 29th career 100-yard rushing game and his fifth against Denver.[71]
Week 5: at Carolina Panthers
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Coming off their stunning home win over the Broncos, the Chiefs flew to Bank of America Stadium for a Week 5 interconference duel with the Carolina Panthers. In the first quarter, Kansas City trailed as RB DeAngelo Williams got a 10-yard TD run. In the second quarter, the Chiefs continued to trail as Williams caught a 25-yard TD pass from QB Jake Delhomme, along with getting a 32-yard TD run. In the second quarter, the Chiefs' struggles continued as kicker John Kasay missed a 32-yard field goal, along with Delhomme completing a 47-yard TD pass to WR Muhsin Muhammad. In the fourth quarter, the Panthers sealed the win with Kasay nailing a 43-yard field goal.
With the shutout loss, the Chiefs fell to 1-4.
One positive from the game, TE Tony Gonzalez (3 receptions for 17 yards) became the NFL's all-time leader in career receiving yards for a tight end with 10,063 yards.
Bye Week
TE Tony Gonzalez met with Chiefs GM Carl Peterson during the bye week and inquired about a trade to a playoff contender.[72] Gonzalez, whom had always said he would like to end his career with the Chiefs,[72] voiced his desire to play for a Super Bowl contending team and the rebuilding Chiefs would like to acquire extra draft picks.[72] Buffalo, Tampa Bay, Green Bay, Philadelphia, and the New York Giants had been in contact with the Chiefs regarding Gonzalez.[72] The Giants were considered to be the front-runners, but showed "lukewarm" interest.[73] The Packers offered a third round draft choice, but the deal was not finalized, and Gonzalez remained with the Chiefs after the trading deadline passed.[74]
RB Larry Johnson was charged with simple assault for allegedly pushing a woman at a Kansas City nightclub in February, the third time he has faced assault charges against a woman.[75] Johnson was also reportedly offered by the Chiefs for a trade.[73] Days later, coach Herm Edwards ruled Johnson out of the Chiefs' upcoming game against Tennessee as a result of a violation of team rules. Edwards stated that it was not in response to Johnson's legal troubles, but instead of insubordination.[76]
Days later, reports surfaced that Johnson was under investigation for allegedly telling a woman that he was going to kill her boyfriend then spat in her face at Kansas City's Club Blonde on October 10, just four days prior to his court hearing for a separate incident.[77] Johnson's pattern of behavior could lead to a possible suspension under the NFL's personal conduct policy.[77] Johnson made a public apology on October 22.[78] As a result of his October 10 incident, Johnson was de-activated for the Chiefs' game against the New York Jets.[79]
Week 7: vs. Tennessee Titans
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Coming off their bye week, the Chiefs went home for a Week 7 duel with the undefeated Tennessee Titans. In the first quarter, Kansas City trailed early as Titans kicker Rob Bironas got a 49-yard field goal, along with RB LenDale White getting a 6-yard TD run. In the second quarter, Tennessee increased its lead with White getting a 2-yard TD run. In the third quarter, the Chiefs continued to struggle as Bironas got a 46-yard field goal. In the fourth quarter, the Titans increased their lead as White got an 80-yard TD run. Kansas City would finally get on the board as kicker Nick Novak got a 26-yard field goal. Tennessee would reply and pull away as RB Chris Johnson got a 66-yard TD run. The Chiefs would end the game with QB Tyler Thigpen getting a 14-yard TD run.
With the loss, Kansas City fell to 1-5.
Adding injury to insult, starting QB Brodie Croyle (9/10 for 63 yards) suffered a season-ending knee injury in the second quarter. Also, veteran QB Damon Huard (9/16 for 96 yards) later left the game in the fourth with an injured thumb.
Week 8: at New York Jets
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Due to the season-ending injuries to QB's Brodie Croyle and Damon Huard, Tyler Thigpen will make his second career start for the Chiefs against the Jets.[79]
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- ^ Chiefs agree to terms with T Branden Albert KCChiefs.com, 24 July 2008.
- ^ Kansas City agrees to terms with CB Brandon Flowers KCChiefs.com, 23 July 2008.
- ^ a b Chiefs agree to terms with RB Jamaal Charles & TE Brad Cottam KCChiefs.com, 21 July 2008.
- ^ Chiefs agree to terms with S DaJuaN Morgan KCChiefs.com, 18 July 2008.
- ^ Chiefs agree to terms with WR Will Franklin KCChiefs.com, 19 June 2008.
- ^ Chiefs agree to terms with CB Brandon Carr KCChiefs.com, 11 June 2008.
- ^ Chiefs agree to terms with T Barry Richardson KCChiefs.com, 25 June 2008.
- ^ a b Chiefs agree to terms with WR Kevin Robinson & DE Brian Johnston KCChiefs.com, 16 July 2008.
- ^ Chiefs agree to terms with TE Michael Merritt
- ^ a b 2008 Kansas City Chiefs Draft KCChiefs.com, 27 April 2008.
- ^ Chiefs elect 2008 season captains: Waters, Thomas, Surtain, McGraw KCChiefs.com, 4 September 2008.
- ^ Associated Press. Chiefs safety Pollard regrets Brady's injury NFL.com, 8 September 2008.
- ^ a b Associated Press. Chiefs' Huard replaced by Thigpen after injury ESPN.com, 14 September 2008.
- ^ a b c d e f g h Despite firing reports, Kiffin, McFadden lead Raiders over Chiefs ESPN.com, 14 September 2008.
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- ^ a b West, Joe. Chiefs hit rock bottom at Arrowhead Northwest Arkansas Times, 14 September 2008.
- ^ Associated Press. Chiefs RB Johnson unhappy with reduced role in offense ESPN.com, 14 September 2008.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l Associated Press. Johnson rushes for 198 yards, two TDs as Chiefs' 12-game losing streak ends ESPN.com, 28 September 2008.
- ^ a b c d Smith, Michael (2008=2008-10-12). "Source: Chiefs willing to listen to offers for record-setting TE Gonzalez". ESPN. Retrieved 2008-10-21.
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- ^ Chiefs RB Johnson charged with pushing woman on side of head in February ESPN.com, 14 October 2008.
- ^ "Source: Johnson's discipline in response to pattern of behavior". ESPN. 2008-10-18. Retrieved 2008-10-21.
- ^ a b "Chiefs' Johnson under investigation for latest incident involving a woman". ESPN. 2008-10-20. Retrieved 2008-10-21.
- ^ Statement by RB Larry Johnson Kansas City Chiefs official website, 22 October 2008.
- ^ a b Associated Press. Johnson will not play for second straight week; Thigpen to start at QB ESPN.com, 23 October 2008.