joewilly12 Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 Derrick Johnson Won't Be Given Contract Extension by Chiefs, Will Be Free Agent TIM DANIELSFEBRUARY 13, 2018 Peter G. Aiken/Getty Images Longtime Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Derrick Johnson is set to become a free agent, as the organization confirmed Tuesday it won't sign him to a contract extension. The Chiefs announced the decision, with team chairman Clark Hunt saying, "his tireless work ethic and passion for the game made him one of the most productive defensive players to ever wear a Chiefs uniform." Meanwhile, Johnson said he wants to continue playing in the NFL. "I love Kansas City and this fanbase; they've always had my back. I'm grateful I had the opportunity to spend 13 years in a place I love," he said. "I plan on playing for several more years because I love this game so much, but I look forward to retiring as a member of the Kansas City Chiefs when my career is over." The Chiefs selected Johnson with the 15th overall pick in the 2005 draft. He played each of the past 13 seasons with the franchise, racking up 1,151 combined tackles, 78 passes defended, 27.5 sacks, 23 forced fumbles and 14 interceptions across 182 regular-season games. His impressive resume also includes four Pro Bowl selections and a First Team All-Pro nod in 2011. In addition, the 35-year-old Texas native remained a reliable member of the Chiefs defense in 2017. Pro Football Focus rated him as the league's No. 33 overall linebacker. Chiefs head coach Andy Reid noted in the announcement that Johnson's impact went beyond his on-field numbers. "I'm grateful I had the opportunity to coach a player like Derrick," he said. "He's a passionate football player and a natural leader. I value the amount of quality work he put in every day for us, including teaching our younger players what it means to be a pro. I think he will make an incredible coach when he is done playing the game, if he chooses." Looking ahead, Johnson figures to land with a championship contender on a short-term contract during free agency. The Philadelphia Eagles, Pittsburgh Steelers and Los Angeles Rams are among the teams that fit the description and also need a linebacker upgrade Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stark Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 2 achilles injures, man I don't know. Maybe 8 years ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JiFtheOracle Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 He's 178 years old. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Team archer Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 Nope too old and washed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MDL_JET Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 Why would we want the No. 33 overall LB when we already have the 8th best. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamesr Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 Quote Johnson figures to land with a championship contender Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beerfish Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 No need, we are drafting another ilb at 6. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
New York Mick Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 Why would he want to play for a team that can’t even make the playoffs? Why would a team that can’t even make the playoffs want to sign a old ass linebacker that has a limited future? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoBowles Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 Is Lawrence Taylor signed with anyone? Maybe we make a run at him? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smashmouth Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 19 minutes ago, joewilly12 said: Derrick Johnson Won't Be Given Contract Extension by Chiefs, Will Be Free Agent TIM DANIELSFEBRUARY 13, 2018 Peter G. Aiken/Getty Images Longtime Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Derrick Johnson is set to become a free agent, as the organization confirmed Tuesday it won't sign him to a contract extension. The Chiefs announced the decision, with team chairman Clark Hunt saying, "his tireless work ethic and passion for the game made him one of the most productive defensive players to ever wear a Chiefs uniform." Meanwhile, Johnson said he wants to continue playing in the NFL. "I love Kansas City and this fanbase; they've always had my back. I'm grateful I had the opportunity to spend 13 years in a place I love," he said. "I plan on playing for several more years because I love this game so much, but I look forward to retiring as a member of the Kansas City Chiefs when my career is over." The Chiefs selected Johnson with the 15th overall pick in the 2005 draft. He played each of the past 13 seasons with the franchise, racking up 1,151 combined tackles, 78 passes defended, 27.5 sacks, 23 forced fumbles and 14 interceptions across 182 regular-season games. His impressive resume also includes four Pro Bowl selections and a First Team All-Pro nod in 2011. In addition, the 35-year-old Texas native remained a reliable member of the Chiefs defense in 2017. Pro Football Focus rated him as the league's No. 33 overall linebacker. Chiefs head coach Andy Reid noted in the announcement that Johnson's impact went beyond his on-field numbers. "I'm grateful I had the opportunity to coach a player like Derrick," he said. "He's a passionate football player and a natural leader. I value the amount of quality work he put in every day for us, including teaching our younger players what it means to be a pro. I think he will make an incredible coach when he is done playing the game, if he chooses." Looking ahead, Johnson figures to land with a championship contender on a short-term contract during free agency. The Philadelphia Eagles, Pittsburgh Steelers and Los Angeles Rams are among the teams that fit the description and also need a linebacker upgrade While we're at it lets sign Terrell Owens Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joewilly12 Posted February 13, 2018 Author Share Posted February 13, 2018 Veteran leadership can go a long way with a young team...just saying. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Integrity28 Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 Roquan Smith. Sign Cousins, trade back and get him. Then whiff on every other pick while riding the two obvious moves to GM of the universe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Integrity28 Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 Nobody signs veterans intent on retiring with their former team like the NY Jets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shuler82 Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 Holy ****. Exactly what the jets need - a 59 year old LB with two ruptured achilles.. why not just bring back Marvin Jones? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoBowles Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 Slam dunk he signs with the pats Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joewilly12 Posted February 13, 2018 Author Share Posted February 13, 2018 1 minute ago, shuler82 said: Holy ****. Exactly what the jets need - a 59 year old LB with two ruptured achilles.. why not just bring back Marvin Jones? STOP he's 35 and besides DeMario Davis we could use some explosiveness and toughness to the LB corps here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HessStation Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 Weird true story. My grandfather knows Derrick Johnson really well. They grew up together in the same small town and graduated High School together. True story. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slats Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 2 minutes ago, joewilly12 said: STOP he's 35 and besides DeMario Davis we could use some explosiveness and toughness to the LB corps here. Lol, is there any football player you've ever heard of that you're not interested in? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joewilly12 Posted February 13, 2018 Author Share Posted February 13, 2018 27 minutes ago, MDL_JET said: Why would we want the No. 33 overall LB when we already have the 8th best. the 35-year-old Texas native remained a reliable member of the Chiefs defense in 2017. Pro Football Focus rated him as the league's No. 33 overall linebacker. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joewilly12 Posted February 13, 2018 Author Share Posted February 13, 2018 2 minutes ago, slats said: Lol, is there any football player you've ever heard of that you're not interested in? Ryan Fitzpatrick most definitely I'm quite sure theres more just looking to upgrade the D thats all. You're right though we need another Kirk Cousins thread.......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patriot Killa Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 Why do we need the 33rd ranked Linebacker? Demario Davis was a top ten MLB this year tallying 135 tackles and 5 sacks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joewilly12 Posted February 13, 2018 Author Share Posted February 13, 2018 8 minutes ago, Patriot Killa said: Why do we need the 33rd ranked Linebacker? Demario Davis was a top ten MLB this year tallying 135 tackles and 5 sacks. I want DeMario Davis back too!!!!!!!!! We need to get better at the LB position Davis cant do it all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nycdan Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 Can we lure Barry Sanders back into action? How about Deion Sanders? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Crusher Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 1 hour ago, JiF said: He's 178 years old. Perfect for Patriots. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patriot Killa Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 9 minutes ago, joewilly12 said: I want DeMario Davis back too!!!!!!!!! We need to get better at the LB position Davis cant do it all. Ideally we need a coverage skilled LB to compliment Davis. Lee was suppose to be that very guy..but we f*cked that up..so.. we are stuck having to hope Darron Lee blossoms a bit in year three. ...which isn’t actually as unrealistic as some may think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joewilly12 Posted February 13, 2018 Author Share Posted February 13, 2018 28 minutes ago, Patriot Killa said: Ideally we need a coverage skilled LB to compliment Davis. Lee was suppose to be that very guy..but we f*cked that up..so.. we are stuck having to hope Darron Lee blossoms a bit in year three. ...which isn’t actually as unrealistic as some may think. Dude I'm looking to improve this team anyway we can. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joewilly12 Posted February 13, 2018 Author Share Posted February 13, 2018 1 hour ago, JiF said: He's 178 years old. 1 hour ago, Team archer said: Nope too old and washed 1 hour ago, NoBowles said: Is Lawrence Taylor signed with anyone? Maybe we make a run at him? 1 hour ago, shuler82 said: Holy ****. Exactly what the jets need - a 59 year old LB with two ruptured achilles.. why not just bring back Marvin Jones? 42 minutes ago, nycdan said: Can we lure Barry Sanders back into action? How about Deion Sanders? Old guys rule right? Ryan Fitzpatrick,Josh McCown older than Derrick Johnson yet we sign them to play QB!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patriot Killa Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 1 minute ago, joewilly12 said: Dude I'm looking to improve this team anyway we can. I don’t think Derrick Johnson is necessarily improving this team is what I’m trying to say here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoBowles Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 4 minutes ago, joewilly12 said: Old guys rule right? Ryan Fitzpatrick,Josh McCown older than Derrick Johnson yet we sign them to play QB!!!!!! Im old, and I rule, so hell yeah! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philc1 Posted February 14, 2018 Share Posted February 14, 2018 Pass Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KRL Posted February 14, 2018 Share Posted February 14, 2018 Why in the world would you want a 35 year old LB??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HessStation Posted February 14, 2018 Share Posted February 14, 2018 "The Chiefs, they wanted to go younger across the board -- that's what (general manager Brett) Veach was talking about," Johnson said Tuesday, via KansasCity.com. "I wasn't in their plans, and I understood that. They've got some cap issues, and even though I would have bended some to be a Chief, there really was no negotiation. I just wasn't in the plans." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joewilly12 Posted February 14, 2018 Author Share Posted February 14, 2018 1 hour ago, KRL said: Why in the world would you want a 35 year old LB??? The same reason many want an old NFL loser QB. Repeat I'm looking to improve the D especially the LB position. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jet_Engine1 Posted February 14, 2018 Share Posted February 14, 2018 What, are Mo Lewis and Kyle Clifton too busy or something? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HessStation Posted February 14, 2018 Share Posted February 14, 2018 37 minutes ago, joewilly12 said: The same reason many want an old NFL loser QB. Repeat I'm looking to improve the D especially the LB position. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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