Given the way Pioli handled Bernard Pollard last year, teams are probably reluctant to  pony up a draft pick if they think Page is going to get cut. So, this has become a waiting game. Unless another team emerges in the bidding, the Lions have the upper hand.

At this point, I want to pose two questions for everyone to consider and answer in the comments.

1] What is fair value for Page?

2] if a trade is made, what round draft pick (conditional or not, max value of the pick) do you expect to get back.

My thought is that Page is a decent young corner and is worth a 5th round draft pick. With the Lions being the only team apparently in the running, I expect a deal would be for a max value of a 6th round pick. However, I would think Pioli would pull the trigger on a 7th round pick to get this matter behind the Chiefs. Those are my thoughts, now sound off!

Addicts, is Dez Bryant worth the gamble of trading up to get him if he slips into the 20s?

So, Todd Haley becomes the head coach of the Chiefs. He decided to keep on a well respected offensive coordinator in Chan Gailey and went to work. Loyal Chief fans know what happened. Haley decided he didn’t like what Chan was doing and took over the offensive coordinator duties himself. Now that we are almost at the end of the season, we can compare Haley and Gailey. The 2008 and 2009 Chief defenses were pretty similar, so that’s not a big factor biasing our results. Gailey did have to work with a third string QB for most of the year, while Haley had his starting QB for almost every game. Pioli did trade away TonyG. That mitigates the advantage Haley has, but it does not eliminate it. Starting QB versus third string QB is a huge difference. So, how does Haley’s 2009 Chiefs offense compare to the Gailey designed 2008 Chiefs offense? Well, with one game to play, Haley has masterminded the Chiefs to 250 points scored. The Gailey Chiefs scored 291 points using a designed on the fly during the season offense to take advantage of his third string QB’s abilities. Unless we score 41 points on Sunday, Gailey’s offense will have scored more points than Haley’s. 

So Addicts, who did a better job of designing an offense? Chan Gailey or Todd Haley? To the larger question, is Todd Haley’s reputation as a good offensive coach deserved or is he riding the coattails of Warner, Fitz and Boldin?

So, I believe that Head Coach Todd Haley needs to fire Offensive Coordinator Todd Haley and fire Quarterback Coach Todd Haley at the end of the year. If he doesn’t, perhaps Scott Pioli should sack all three Haleys. Our team deserves better than Haley times three. Players need attention. The gameplans need dedicated coaches, not a Head Coach spread all over the place. Gary Kubiac for Offensive Coordinator and Steve DeBerg for QB Coach (If anyone can get him). They would be my first choices. Addicts, what do you think?

This brings me to Eric Berry from the University of Tennesee. If he declares for the draft, he will probably be the best defensive player in the draft not named Suh. We have a huge need for a ball hawk, run stuffing strong safety. However, I am wondering. Is the strong safety postion becoming like the running back position? By that I mean, is it turning into the type of position where a player burns out fast? These players seem to play six or seven years and they break down physically.

With this in mind, would it be more prudent to grab a left tackle in round one? If you hit on a left tackle you should be set for ten years plus. Does the history of elite wrecking ball type strong safties like Sanders and Polamalu give you pause?

You win. 

Over the course of this season, I guess I may have been guilty of coming off a little too negative about this new regime or otherwise unable to acknowledge some of the progress being made.

Today I am making a conscious effort to turn over a new leaf  by dedicating the remainder of this post to saying only positive things about this season’s Chiefs.

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So the news has hit the Intertwebs that Anquan Boldin wouldn’t mind playing for the Chiefs. The price for the Cardinals is apparently a first and a third. I wonder if the No. 3 pick and a 2010 conditional would get it done (high third, low fifth)? If so, I would pull the trigger. As much as I love Crabtree, Boldin has proven that he is a Pro Bowl player and a tough-as-nails one at that.

This would also clear the way for us to trade Tony Gonzalez if we wanted to in exchange for second-rounder, where we could snag a linebacker. After all, one fundamental belief I have is that teams overvalue their draft picks because they believe they can assess talent better than they truly can. Definitely food for thought.

Addicts, would you trade our firt-rounder and change for Anquan Boldin?

As you all know, I think Michael Crabtree is far and away the best receiver in this draft class. But not everyone agrees with me. My old man, Mizzou homer that he is, thinks Jeremy Maclin will be better. Brian over at Phin Phanatic likes Kenny Britt. I know Double D loves him some Darrius Heyward-Bey. Recently, I’ve even read some comments throwing names like Hakeem Nicks and Percy Harvin into the convo. So, we’ll let you be “the decider”…

Addicts, who’s the best receiver in the 2009 NFL Draft class?

What’s going to happen to Brodie Croyle? I think he will ask to be released or traded after it becomes clear he is stuck behind Matt Cassel and Tyler Thigpen, probably next offseason. Personally, I think he’s a career clipboard holder, but that’s just me. He’s way too frail to be counted on as a starter, and that’s even if you think he has the talent. I don’t. I just haven’t seen it.

Addicts, what will become of Brodie Croyle?

Adam Best from our own Arrowhead Addict:

For those of you thinking the Donks still might draft Dirty, it’s not gonna happen. The Broncos have signed vets and seem to want to win now. Plus, there is no way Sanchez slips to 12 after yesterday. Ain’t gonna happen, folks.

But instead of drafting Sanchez, the Broncos look ready to hinge their Super Bowl hopes to…Orton?

Mike Florio from Pro Football Talk:

So the next question is whether the Broncos will slap those two picks together and try to move in position to get one of the top two quarterbacks in the draft — Matthew Stafford and Mark Sanchez.

So with the Rams unlikely to take a quarterback at No. 2, the Broncos could get in position to get whichever quarterback the Lions don’t take (if they take a quarterback) by trading up with the Chiefs at No. 3 or the Seahawks at No. 4.

Typically, division rivals shy away from transacting business.  The connection between Broncos coach Josh McDaniels and Chiefs G.M. Scott Pioli could help.

The Cutler trade does open the the door to a possible trade down that didn’t exist before. I would take that trade, if offered.

OK Addicts, what do you think? Is this a good trade-down option? Would you do it? Do you agree with Adam that Denver is hitching their wagon to Kyle Orton?

So, it’s the day we observe our “birthday” today. Two years and still going strong. Thank you for helping us stay around and thrive. That being said, what is your all-time favorite A.A. moment?

Mine was us being featured on the NFLN gameday show for the Michael Vick stunt. Having Marshall and Warren talk about the Addict was pretty damn cool. Also, all the great comment-thread conversations I’ve enjoyed with my fellow Chiefs fans over the years for sure. Makes my day more often than not.

What is your all-time favorite A.A. moment?

Personally, I think the drama is going to come later in the week, but a lot of people are projecting that we will have some answers regarding the Chiefs’ disgruntled vets — Brian Waters, Larry Johnson and Tony Gonzalez — when voluntary workouts kick off tomorrow. I guess we’ll have to wait and find out. Until then…

Addicts, what do you think will go down tomorrow, if anything?

The FanSided.com sports network (launching a brand new home site soon!) is getting ready to run a tournament featuring the biggest 64 NFL draft busts in league history. In this tournament, each NFL squad will nominate two dubious contestants. For the Chiefs, my suggestions are Ryan Sims and Todd Blackledge. That being said, we are going to let you decide. Nominate two Chiefs’ draft busts in the comments section to participate.

Who are the two biggest Chiefs’ draft busts of all time?

Any thoughts? Suggestions?

Now that free agency has slowed down to a crawl — if it ever really got going in the first place — let’s get back to talking about the draft.

Someone I’m looking at is Conner Barwin out of Cincinnati. A tight end until his senior year, when he played defensive end and compiled 10 sacks. Oddly enough, he will likely play neither position in the pros, even though Mike Mayock likes him as a Chris Cooley-type tight end. I see him as a Mike Vrabel-style 3-4 backer. I could also see him putting his hand down some and even playing tight end in goalline packages. He’s got 4.6 speed, and obviously has a knack for getting to the quarterback. The problem is that he will likely go in the second round. Maybe through some wheeling and dealing we can still bring him in?

Who’s someone you are looking at who isn’t currently projected to be a first-rounder?

Now that we’re eight days into free agency, I’m starting to get a little worried about the Chiefs’ strategy. Sure, maybe players don’t want to play here, but money talks and we have more of it left than any other team. Additionally, everybody knows Arrowhead is one of the best places to play in the league. It shouldn’t be this hard to attract free agents.

I’m not sure if it’s Clark Hunt being frugal or Scott Pioli sticking to the Patriot way, or both, but I’m honestly worried that we are going to have to overpay scrap-heap players just to fulfill the minimum-salary requirement. Even Ray Willis is no longer available. I mean, are we going to have to throw money at Jason Taylor just to hit the minimum? I’m trying to be patient, and I know some big names will continue to get cut, but we have done absolutely jack sh** thus far. What’s up with that?

Addicts, sound off on the free agency period, or lack thereof…

Here’s a thought; the Chiefs and Cardinals exchange problems by trading Edgerrin James for Larry Johnson, or one problem for another. Both players obviously need a change of scenery, and both teams would be better off without the distractions.

The Chiefs get a versatile feature back who knows Todd Haley’s offense and is more reasonably priced. The addition of Edge would keep the Chiefs competitive while they search for their feature back of the future. Jamal Charles is best suited as a third-down back, so this allows him to play a more natural role. Edge also performed very well during the Cards’ Super Bowl run, and is a much better blocker than L.J. He not only can see incoming blitzers, he actually makes an effort to pick them up.

The Cardinals get a younger back who’s potential upside gives them a better shot at making another Super Bowl run. With J.J. Arrington out of AZ and the Cards waiting to cut Edge to keep him from landing in the wrong hands, it’s apparent they will need more than just Tim Hightower. Johnson could be that guy.

Considering that neither player has any trade value right now, this deal makes a lot of sense to me. Otherwise, both teams could just end up cutting their former star running backs. Plus, the Chiefs have already shown a willingness to deal with the new brain trust’s former teams. With all the problems these two franchises are dealing with, it would make a lot of sense for both teams to solve one by making this swap.

Am I taking crazy pills, or does this make sense to everybody else?

If we are indeed shifting to a 3-4 defense, and we haven’t officially hired a defensive coordinator…then Scott Pioli bringing in his old buddy Romeo Crennel to be the Chiefs’ new D.C. is still a possibility, right? When thinking about the 3-4 and Romeo, several questions come to mind:

• What will we do with Glenn Dorsey? Can he bulk up and play the nose position? Is he even tall enough to be an effective 3-4 defensive lineman at any position?
• Would we be interested in Albert Haynesworth, as it looks like he will be available?
• Julius Peppers. Would he be interested in us and vice versa? It doesn’t look like we are currently one of his four preferred destinations.
• Would Crennel even want the job?
• If Crennel doesn’t end up being our D.C., can Clancy Pendergast and Gary Gibbs, two D-coordinators who never ran the 3-4, install it successfully?

There’s certainly a lot to ponder when it comes to both the rumored 3-4 switch and the TBD D.C. situation, so…

Addicts, sound off on the 3-4 and Romeo Rumors…

More importantly, I’m worried about us picking an OT that high for four other reasons:

1. Which one do we take? Two months ago it was Michael Oher. Two weeks ago it was Andre Smith. Last week it was Eugene Monroe. Now, it’s Jason Smith. Or is it back to Monroe?What will it be after the combine?

2. Building on that last point, can’t we get nearly the same player at No. 34, and not have to feel bad about playing him at RT? Look at Joe Thomas and Tony Ugoh in 2007, Jake Long and Sam Baker in 2008. Typically, there is a lot of depth at OT, and this year is no different.

3. Do we really want to move Branden Albert to LG or RT after he played so well as a rookie at the coveted LT position? Or pay a top-five pick to play — GULP! — RT?

4. There are guys like Jordan Gross and Mark Tauscher out there in free agency.

That’s how I see it. Unless Brian Orakpo or Mark Sanchez blows away the combine, I’m pretty set on the Chiefs taking Michael Crabtree. Whether they will do it or not doesn’t matter to me. Last year I knew we wouldn’t trade up to get Matt Ryan, but I wanted to go out on a limb and say that was what I would’ve done. This is no different.

Addicts, considering these points, why should we burn the No. 3 pick on an OT?

While we sit around waiting to hear coordinator news, we have some good news for all the Kansas City Royals fans out there: The FanSided network is getting ready to launch our Royals blog, “Royales With Cheese.” That being said, we are looking for bloggers. If you are interested in blogging for Royales With Cheese, e-mail me at arrowheadaddict@gmail.com.

We are going to use AA as the blueprint for that blog, so it should be a good one. Especially with a Pulp Fiction reference in the title. And, no, we can’t have Zed and the Gimp giving A-Rod the bizness in the header.  But we will let you have input in designing the headers, among other things, if you are accepted to the RWC staff.

Let us know! Royales With Cheese is getting ready to launch!

Carl Peterson and Herm Edwards are gone. Scott Pioli and Todd Haley have replaced them. Derrick Thomas will soon be a HoFer. Tony Gonzalez has re-written all the records he basically can, even Pro Bowl ones. Larry Johnson thinks he’s Tony Montana, which is funny given all the fountains in Kansas City. So…

Addicts, where do we go now? Let us know!

This one is simple. We took our turn to say what we had to say to Larry Johnson (above), now it’s the rest of Chiefs Nation’s turn…

Addicts, anything you want to say to Larry Johnson? Shout! Shout! Let it all out!

What was my favorite Super Commercial? Well, thanks to the folks over at AOL’s FanHouse, I’ve had the chance to review them. Here are my top three, videos and all, after the jump:

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1. What are you eating/drinking for the big game? (black bean chili and cornbread)

2. The Boss rocks halftime this year, who would you like to see next year? (U2 is a logical choice, but Jay-Z would also be good considering things have been pretty pale lately other than Prince. Gotta be something something pretty popular that’s been around.)

3. Final score prediction? (I’m going to say Cardinals 27, Steelers 16)

Addicts, let’s here your answers to this trifecta…

For more Super Bowl coverage head over and check out official, up-to-date game previews from Nice Pick, Cowher and Raising Arizona.

As an offensive coordinator in 2008, Gailey won one game with his “vaunted” Arrowspread and two all year. As an offensive coordinator in 2008, Todd Haley’s offense willed the Cardinals into the Super Bowl. Gailey has been sought after by gridiron goons like Herm Edwards and Jerry Jones. Todd Haley has been sought after by gridiron geniuses like Bill Parcells and Scott Pioli. Seriously, this argument is a joke. Flush your “collective body of work” crap down the toilet — bringing back Gailey is defeatist. It’s saying going 2-14 is OK. It’s an Al Davis move, that’s what it is.

Everyone fell in love with the Arrowspread, but constantly I hear that I want  to go back to the Vermeil days? Vermeil’s defenses also blew, but at least his offense actually won some freakin’ games. I’d support Al Saunders coming back before I’d support Charlie Chan coming back. All Gailey’s Arrowspread was was sedation during a colonoscopy. He simply made watching the pain in the ass that was Harmball less intolerable with his gimmicky offense. That’s it. That’s it.

Addicts, do you support Chan Gailey to be our next head coach? Really? You sure (trying not to laugh)? Why?

At 32, it just depends on what the Eagles want. Larry Johnson, a second-rounder and a conditional pick? Sure. The No. 3 pick? Get lost. Of course, all of this is contingent on McNabb asking for a trade, but his buddy Deion Sanders says he wants out. From Philly.com:

Deion Sanders, meanwhile, remained McNabb’s greatest defender and stuck by his story that the quarterback wants out of Philadelphia even though his only source seems to be himself. Sanders ripped Eagles fans at various points during the season, including after the Thanksgiving night game, when McNabb threw four touchdowns in a rout of the same Cardinals who are representing the NFC in Sunday’s Super Bowl.

“I don’t hate Philadelphia,” Sanders said. “I never said anything derogatory about Philadelphia. What I said about Philadelphia is that Donovan McNabb wants to leave. I think it’s a beautiful city, but it’s also a city that cheered when Michael Irvin was injured. That’s my thoughts about the athletic realm of Philadelphia. But I never said I hate the city. I think it’s a beautiful city.”

If it’s so beautiful, why does he think McNabb wants to leave?

“Maybe it’s because they booed him on draft day,” Sanders said. “Maybe it’s because they continuously doubt him when he’s taken them to four [actually five] NFC championship games. Maybe it’s because no matter what he does, it’s never enough. Maybe that’s the reason.”

This could get interesting. The good news is that with the plethora of options out there, Scott Pioli will, I repeat will, find a quarterback. No, I am not talking about looking down at the roster and realizing Tyler Thigpen is on it either. Personally, I’ll have to mull this over for a while, maybe wait until we hear more.

Addicts, any interest in McNabb if the price is right? Debate away…

• Bobby Bell
• Buck Buchanan
• Derrick Thomas
• Lamar Hunt
• Scott Pioli
• Tony Gonzalez
• Willie Lanier

Now, obviously we are going to add Emmitt Thomas, Hank Stram and Len Dawson here soon, but who else should we add? Will Shields? I think we have to. Willie Roaf? He played most of his career with the Saints. My main man Deron Cherry? Joe Delaney? Otis Taylor? The Nigerian Nightmare? Jim Lynch? John Alt? Greg Wesley? — just kidding!

As far as current players, we felt Tony G was the only player who deserved the honor, but maybe Brian Waters as well? We thought about Bernard Pollard also, as he led the team in tackles and had a monster second half of the season. Dwayne Bowe? He just made USA Today’s  “All Joe” team along with Brandon Carr, but we’re holding him out until he holds onto the ball. It’s too early, in my opinion, to add the Brandons or Glenn Dorsey (who’s currently suspended from his “Swamp Thing” moniker).

Addicts, pick one current or ex-Chiefs player you want to see in the header…

Before my bro and I could even pick back up our beers, Chiefs Pro Bowl return specialist Dante Hall had broken the ankles of a few Eagles special teamers and was streaking down the field towards our endzone. When he hit the Eagles’ 30-yard line, we knew he was gone. We were already in the aisles going ballistic. Us, this Mexican dude and “Fred-Ex” (this Chiefs fan the Eagles fans were calling Freddie Mitchell) were celebrating with each other like we had been best friends for 20 years. We were running up and down the aisles slapping hands with other Chiefs fans. I saw a soccer mom high five a NASCAR fan. I saw a middle-aged yuppie embrace an iced-out teen. I saw a 60-year-old man crowd surfing. I ran down the aisle and saw Dante Hall in the endzone doing his patented “X-Factor” celebration while exclaiming “We’re Kansas City, baby!”

He was right, during that moment there were no colors, creeds, religions or sexes that separated the crowd from befriending one another. We were all the exact same thing — Kansas City red.

I’ll be flying back to Texas today, but feel free to use this as an open thread not just for your AADQ responses but all Chiefs-related thoughts.

Addicts, what is your proudest Chiefs moment?

Which of the Draft Five would you take at No. 3? Or would you get really nuts and take somebody else (no trading down)?

The thought of Harm staying makes me want to do a belly flop off the top of my apartment complex. The only reason I’m not going to is because it’s only two stories high, and the only thing worse than watching Pee Wee Herman football is watching it from your hospital bed in a full body cast, unable to turn off the game with the remote. If it was three stories, A.A. would be looking for a new editor.

(Here’s a question…who would be in better shape: A.) Me after my apartment belly flop; or B.) Brodie after making a Jackass movie? I’ve had my fair share of injuries, but I’ve never broken a bone. I’ve gotta go with me.)

In all seriousness, the only way I will keep my sanity is by bagging on Harm once a day (like vitamins, baby) and constantly reminding myself that he’s leading us to a third consecutive top-five pick. Oh, yes, the Genius of Defeat is that good.

If you want to keep Herm, step up and defend your reasoning. Let us know why Herm Edwards is the right guy to kick off the Scott Pioli era. This outta be good…

Rivera really turned around the Chargers’ season after he replaced the completely incompetent Ted Cottrell as the Bolts’ defensive coordinator. He was also the D.C. for Da Bears team that went to the Super Bowl a few years back. If Steve Spagnuolo falls through, I prefer Rivera to Rex Ryan. I think he’s more of a fit personality wise. Not sure we want to fiddle with the Ryans after all we’ve seen. Plus, Rivera’s departure would hurt the Bolts. Not a reason to sign him, just an added bonus if we do.

Rivera is interviewing with the Lions today, so he may not even be available.

Addicts, yay or nay on Ron Rivera?

Why the sudden change? Because I’m starting to worry that the Broncos are going to hire Josh McDaniels, partially as a you-know-what block move. As you all know, McDaniels is rumored to be Scott Pioli’s head coach no matter where he lands. A McDaniels-to-the-Rockies move while we’re taking our sweet ass time could flush our Pioli dream down the toilet. Plus, McDaniels is going to be a damn good head coach someday. It’s all making me very nervous. I really thought Pioli would be with the Chiefs by today after Mangini got hired.

Addicts, does Clark need to hustle his ass up in hiring a GM?

I will also add that I do hate Oklahoma, but I’d take 22 Sooners if that’s what it took to get to the Super Bowl. I’m not being biased here.

As for Tebow, the guy was throwing jump passes and running the option as usual. How can you evaluate that from a pro perspective? There is something that just troubles with me when it comes to the proposition of Tebow, and it’s not just the way he’s been utilized in college. He was homeschooled, he’s a diety down in backwoods community of Gainesville (I used to live in Orlando), he’s spent all of his off time as a missionary. Sometimes I don’t know if he’s ready for the real world and the NFL. He’s obviously got a good head on his shoulders, but he seems a bit sheltered. I’m not saying that he’s Todd Marijuanavich or anything, I’m just saying. Sounds like he might stay in school, so it all might be a moot point.

Addicts, what are your thoughts on Bradford and Tebow?

What would have happened if that was Brodie Croyle instead of Tarvaris Jackson?

(hat tip: Tirico Suave)

Boldin and Fitz put together a compelling case for the Chiefs drafting Texas Tech wide receiver Michael Crabtree. They proved that an offense built around a pair of receivers can both sustain long drives and win in the playoffs. They also showed us that the surest way to get good quarterback play is to surround your QB with a potent arsenal of receiving weapons. Boy, Crabtree would be damn near impossible to cover alongside Dwayne Bowe and Tony Gonzalez. Hell, Mark Bradley could be our Steve Breaston. Definite food for thought.

Addicts, given the impressive playoff debut of the Boldin-Fitz show, should the Chiefs draft Crabtree to compliment D-Bowe.

Yesterday, I promised my old man that I would lay off Herm Edwards during Christmas in honor of the 1914  Christmas Truce between the Brits and the Germans. Now that Christmas is over, so is the AA-Harm truce. I still fully believe that Herm is toast — good riddance. That being said, who do I want to replace him? Josh McDaniels. I think a young, fresh, hungry, innovative coach is what the Chiefs need to get back to their winning ways.

Addicts, who do you want to replace Herm Edwards?

What is the coldest Chiefs game you have ever been to?

Addicts, do you want Belichick’s Right hand or the Chin?

Addicts, who is your favorite new Chief?

Man, I just can’t believe they are getting rid of the band. Can they at least have the band do a recording session so we can keep the atmosphere the same? Unbelievable. I’m just glad I get to see their last game here in about 10 days or so.

Addicts, are you upset over the TD Pack Band getting shown the door by the front office?

• Reebok Chiefs Apollo Hoody (Sale)
• History of the Chiefs DVD (Cheap)
• Discount Chiefs Authentic Jersey
  
• Reebok Chiefs Beanie (Sale)
• Reebok Red Coaches Polo (Sale)
• Reebok Chiefs Storm Jacket (Sale)
• Reebok Woman’s 4-in-1 Chiefs Parka
• Reebok Woman’s Chiefs Micro Jacket
• Lamar Hunt Patch
• Chiefs Helmet Fathead

Addicts, go ahead and list some things you want and help us put together the AA Christmas Shopping Guide…

Update: The guy from FanFoodie just sent me this:

FYI – doesn’t need to be strictly tailgating – could be best bbq joints in the area, etc. Before and after games, and anything decent they have in stadium.

Addicts, tell us how it’s done when it comes to tailgating…

It’s Raider Week, baby? Why is a die-hard Chiefs supporter like me so chipper after that 54-point beatdown? Because it’s Thanksgiving time and I’m thankful that I’m not a Raiders fan. No matter what, I know that as long as the Silver and Black have that glorified corpse pulling the strings, we have a better chance of making it back to the Big Game.

How thankful are you that you’re not a Raiders rooter?

For Iowa State, Kansas, Mizzou, Nebraska and Oklahoma fans who also cheer for the Chiefs, the big news Sunday night was like having to brush your teeth with a toothbrush you just scrubbed the crapper with earlier in the day. For us Kansas State Wildcats fans, the 54-31 debacle was momentarily erased as we ran around our homes like rats humming the Wabash (or at lest the Best Bros. were). In my opinion, the rest of the Big 12 North is in deep you know what. MU and Nebraska all lose their quarterbacks, leaving things wide open for Bill Snyder, Josh Freeman and the revitalized wildcats.

Beakers, hold on to that hoops National Championship, because the Fatman and his football program are finished.

Stinkels, relish that Big 12 Championship game, because it could be your last for a really long, long, long time. You got your one win, now assume your usual position. Time for the master to come back and bitchslap his apprentice.

Cornhuskers, the purple-tinted nightmares are about to return.

Brent Venables could be coming back to fill a head coach-in-waiting position, and Phil Bennett and others might return as well.

Addicts, is it just me or is the Purple Reign pretty close to being back in full effect overnight? (Today you get the purple!)

How mad are you about us letting Kawika roll out?

Addicts, why has Colquitt been, um, sucking?

But I don’t think this is a racial thing. I think it’s that Jason has such a raging hard-on for getting Carl Peterson fired that he doesn’t want to direct any of his venom at anybody else. That’s just my opinion, though.

Addicts, why won’t Whitlock blast Herm Edwards?

Tough loss, huh? Would have loved to see the Arrowhead faithful get a W, but at the same time our Chiefs now have the inside track at the No. 2 overall pick with that Bengals tie. Tyler Thigpen looked good as well, which, really, is the most important thing. And how about that Dwayne Bowe? For those of you who took my advice and went with the over on the total (49), I got it for you by one point. Sorry to make you sweat all the way to the bank!

Anyway, I just think the Saints needed this one more than we did. At times, we lacked an overall sense of urgency and it showed.

What are your post-game thoughts?

Addicts, over or under for this Sunday’s shootout?

In politics, the Bradley Effect is when voters tell pollsters they are going to vote for a candidate of color and then don’t once they get inside the booth. In Kansas City, it’s when an unheralded receiver named Mark Bradley comes in and unexpectedly grabs the Chiefs‘ No. 2 wide receiver spot by its throat. Do I believe in the latest TBE? Yeah, I think our Bradley Effect is the real deal, folks.

I thought Bradley was a player while he was at Oklahoma, and I was also impressed with him during his rookie campaign with the Bears. I really think we have found Eddie Kennison‘s replacement, and in  today’s high-octane NFL you can never have enough WRs. That, Merlin, is why I support drafting Michael Crabtree. Look at how Anquan Boldin, Larry Fitzgerald and Steve Breaston have opened things up for Tim Hightower, for instance. The Cardinals have never ran as well as they did last week!

Addicts, is our Bradley Effect real or a mirage?