http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=2621335 Chiefs cut Dalton; DT might be hot property on market By Len Pasquarelli ESPN.com Veteran defensive tackle Lional Dalton, who started 14 games for the Kansas City Chiefs in 2005, has been released, in part because the team wanted to create a spot for cornerback Michael Bragg, but also because he was not a good fit in a scheme that demands quicker linemen. Lional Dalton Dalton Dalton, 31, could quickly generate interest around the league, because there are a number of teams looking for interior defenders. A ninth-year veteran, Dalton, at 6-feet-1 and 315 pounds, is a proven run-stopper. But he appeared in only two games for the Chiefs this season, because Edwards' defense is a one-gap scheme that places a premium on penetration. Dalton is more a classic, two-gap defender. The Chiefs added veteran free agents James Reed and Ron Edwards in the offseason, players with whom Edwards was familiar and who are a better fit, and the tandem has started all four games. Dalton did not have a tackle or a sack in either of his appearances. "Certain coaches, when they come in, they've got a certain player they like of a certain body type or personality," Dalton told the Kansas City Star. "And if you don't fit into that mold, you don't get to play." Dalton is the second veteran defensive tackle released by the Chiefs this year, joining former second-round choice Junior Siavii, who was also a two-gap defender. In his two previous seasons, since he signed with the Chiefs as a free agent in 2004, Dalton started 27 games. A former Eastern Michigan star, Dalton entered the league as an undrafted free agent in 1998. He has served stints with Baltimore (1998-2001), Denver (2002), Washington (2003) and Kansas City (2004-2006). In 129 appearances, including 55 starts, Dalton has 236 tackles, eight sacks, three forced fumbles, one recovery, 45 quarterback pressures and four pass deflections. Dalton had three more seasons remaining on his contract with the Chiefs. His base salary for 2006 was $710,000 and, if he is not signed by another team, the Chiefs must pay him the full amount since he is a vested veteran. Senior writer Len Pasquarelli covers the NFL for ESPN.com.
I don't know much about him, but he seems like he'd be a good fit for us at NT, at leats situationally.. Dewayne's days are numbered....
Get him in here NOW! (So long that he isn't injured or anything like that) And start him with Moore platooning with him, have Drob platoon with Kimo at the DE spot
Would it mean that we could start playing a 4-3 again and allow this guy to plug the gaps so that Dewayne can go for the penetrations? Even if we are sticking with the 3-4 he still might be a good option, having a guy thta can plug the middle and allow the LBs to go for the pressure. Put Robertson on the trade block, and try to get a RG or RT.
The last game in Jacksonville I didnt even know he was playing he was being pushed all over the place. I actually watched the whole game just to see if Mangini would start to play some young players but that didnt happen at all. That was a good time to see what else we had. I just hope we dont have another blowout game to give them one more chance. D-ROB sucks.
I think it means more that we may finally be able to effectively run a 3-4, than switch to a 4-3, we have more personel for a 4-3 right now even without Dalton than a 3-4
although i think he would be a big help, i dont think THAT much will improve while running a 3-4. The linebackers are just recognizing where the play is going in the 3-4. I think if the defense wants to improve within this season, the gotta switch to the 4-3.
The article calls him a "proven run-stopper," which is exactly what we need. I think he's worth looking at, even if it would only be for a hold-the-fort type role and a one-year contract.
lets get crackin tangini. bring him in. ironic because he could be the success of this D and herm could be handin him over to us on a platter
Dalton IS a 3-4 NT, which is why Herm had no use for him. He is a proven veteran that could step in as a starter and teach Moore the nuances of the job. Than we try to get a bag of pretzels for Robertson.
Is Herm Helping us here? or Is he just too Dumb that they could have gotten a free 5th/6th round Pick from us right now...lol But hey, who's to say we'd have given one up.. I have been bashin D-Slob a little too much. Gotta cut him a little slack with The Revamping of the D....ok maybe not. but Why TF has Kimo gotten a free pass? He is our answer to the 3-4 d?
