Given the dramatic rise in number of pass attempts per game (and the fact that most quarterbacks are right handed) the left tackle is becoming more and more important each year. Left tackles are nine times out of 10 the blindside protector for a quarterb

Riley Reiff, blocking on the right, is protecting current Chiefs quarterback Ricky Stanzi while the two played together in Iowa.. David Purdy/Getty Images Drafting an offensive tackle, like Riley Reiff, from the University of Iowa will benefit the Chiefs

When someone looks at the roster, they see a very competitive and young team with multiple stars. Let's face it, this is a boring time on the football calendar unless you're a Giants or Patriots fan. Considering none of us are, the days drag on in antici

"Be an analyst. Don’t be a douchebag." When you gotta go in the lion's den, you don't go quiet. You go in loud, kick the door down and say WHERE IS THE SONUVABITCH. -B. Billick No

Crennel praises Hali, D.J.Linebackers Tamba Hali and Derrick Johnson were announced as the Chiefs’ Pro Bowlers for this season, and coach Romeo Crennel indicated Wednesday that both players were deserving.“It’s a good honor,” Crennel said. “Both guys hav

The Kansas City Chiefs lost to the Oakland Raiders on Christmas eve, 13-16. The Chiefs fall to 6-9 on the season and the Raiders improve to 8-7. The Chiefs implement a couple of new blocking wrinkles during the game, which appeared to be an attempt to br

In a day where everybody else took care of business, the Kansas City Chiefs left far too many of the Oakland Raiders' on-the-field presents unopened (and unblocked). Worst game of the year for the Chiefs - Oakland at home. Five in a row. Seriously? My ni

The Kansas City Chiefs currently hold the highest draft pick and are selecting No. 12 in McShay's mock. He sees the Chiefs taking Stanford tackle Jonathan Martin because of impending free agency for Barry Richardson and Branden Albert's tenuous hold on b

MAN TO WATCH: One of the Chiefs' main threats is CB Javier Arenas on punt returns. "He's the real deal," one opposing special teams coach said. "He's ranked third in the league, and he doesn't have the breakaway touchdown yet. He's a strong little guy, a

Branden Albert is tied for top 10 tackle in the league. He has given up 5 sacks, 5 hits, 12 hurries for 22 total pressures That might seem like a lot but the top tackle Joe Thomas has given up 19 total pressures. in association with Certain photo

Getty Images The Stanford Cardinal could be well represented in the first round of the 2012 Draft. Rob Rang of CBSSports.com reports that guard David DeCastro will follow his quarterback Andrew Luck in forgoing his senior season. DeCastro, like all Stanf

The Kansas City Chiefs lay an egg on the road against the New York Jets, 10-37. The Chiefs fall to 5-8 on the season and the Jets move up to 8-5. It is hard to pick an offensive lineman for the game this week. The run blocking grades for the Chiefs is po

The Kansas City Chiefs pick up a road win against the Chicago Bears, 10-3. The Chiefs move to 5-7 on the season and the Bears drop to 7-5. This week Ryan Lilja returns and records an 84% run assignment grade with a +1 power score. This is the first game,

Chiefs buzz: Haley talks about Orton’s chances Updated: 2011-12-03T03:34:31Z More News Orton’s chances Chiefs coach Todd Haley said there’s a chance Sunday that, even if starting quarterback Tyler Palko is playing well, Kyle Orton also could play. “I wou

Chiefs offensive coordinator/offensive line coach Bill Muir gave his thoughts on the team’s decision to release veteran offensive tackle Jared Gaither earlier this week. The move was somewhat surprising due to the Chiefs lack of experience behind starter

Chiefs buzz: Offensive line changes Updated: 2011-12-01T04:26:19Z Jared Gaither was signed Wednesday by the Chargers. Join the discussion in the forums. More News Replacing Gaither Backup offensive tackle Jared Gaither couldn’t beat out Barry Richardson

KANSAS CITY, Mo. Gaither had come in for one down after left tackle Branden Albert was s

KANSAS CITY, Mo. Gaither had come in for one down after left tackle Branden Albert was

Updated: November 29, 2011, 3:08 PM ET KANSAS CITY, Mo. Gaither had come in for one do