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Any word on PRIEST HOLMES? (1 Viewer)
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Keys Myaths
Pokerguy
Most likely.Put it this way. On your fantasy team, if you could keep Martin and Holmes on it, for free, without using a roster spot, wouldn't you?Yep. You'd hold out for the slimmest of hopes.Same with the Jets and Chiefs. Both are most likely done.
Kevin Ashcraft
Footballguy
Good recap.....the only drama that is left with Priest is how much money he milks out of the Chiefs from the new contract that went into effect this season. That may get ugly from what I have heard.
TommyGilmore
Footballguy
The key difference is that C-Mart's injury gets worse with every step he takes, while Holmes' injury would only get worse if he got hit the wrong way.
Keys Myaths
Pokerguy
I don't think that's a significant difference.Holmes's LIFE gets worse if he's hit the wrong way.My point is, neither are coming back. And, neither should. What for?
Because they have fun playing football and being competitive in the best football league in the world?
Couch Potato
Footballguy
hellz_fireflies
Footballguy
Since I live near Palm Springs..heard he did good on his golf game..shot a 79...he's happy (retired) 
shadow2k
Footballguy
I've heard he'll be 33yrs old next month, is behind a guy who's leading the league in yards from scrimmage, would be coming back to a team who's offense won't be leading the league in offense anytime soon, and might be paralyzed if he gets hit the wrong way. I think you can cut him safely...I am a KC Homer btw. But Priest isn't exactly a guy who talks to the media a lot. We haven't heard anything you haven't...except possibly money issues. But as for him ever playing again? I'm not real optimistic. And for his sake, I hope he doesn't.
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Footballguy
Holmes could eventually get the same kind of medical clearance that Lee Suggs got (i.e., "You're totally healthy except for that 5% chance of being paralyzed by a bad hit"). For some guys that's a chance they're willing to take.
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Footballguy
I don't think you'll see anything official from the Chiefs on this for awhile longer. Players are eligible to come off the PUP list after week six, and teams then have 21 days to decide whether to activate or IR a player.
His actions, though, indicate he's not coming back. He's stayed completely away from the team and no one seems to know if he's even preparing to play again. Those aren't generally the actions of someone itching to return. Curtis Martin, for example, has been at the Jets' facilities, training in hopes of a return.
Here is an article from yesterday (Scout.com):
Where Is Priest Holmes?
By Jeff Rake
Warpaint Illustrated Columnist
Posted Oct 4, 2006
Trent Green high-fived his teammates, screamed out encouragement and helped with the playcalling in Kansas City’s 41-0 win over the San Francisco 49ers Sunday at Arrowhead Stadium. All of this took place while he was injured and unable to play.
Though Green could not help out his team on the field, his presence was still felt. He made every contribution he could on the sidelines, as he tried to mentor backup quarterback Damon Huard and provide the Chiefs with an extra cheerleader.
He was active and full of energy, proving that he is truly the leader of the team. Call him the "vocal leader."
The Chiefs used to have a "silent leader," a player who once led by example and let his actions do the talking. Nobody has really seen him this season, which is odd - because at last check, he is still on the roster. In other words, he still collects a paycheck from owner Lamar Hunt. He is still a part of the team.
That player is Priest Holmes, who, like Green, is recovering from injury. Nobody has heard from him. He has disappeared, probably choosing to stay at his home in San Antonio, Texas, rather than sharing in the camaraderie of a team he once carried on his back.
Holmes has always been the quiet type, never one to self-promote but surely not the type to lose focus of the business side of things. He was always looking for a better contract - "fair compensation" as he called it - and nearly held out for more money in 2003.
The Chiefs gave him a new contract that year, and paid him to play football at a high level. Holmes did that, scoring 27 touchdowns, which was a record at the time.
Ever since that season he has been on-and-off, battling injuries from the hips to the head. He is still waiting to be medically cleared so that he can come off the physically unable to perform (PUP) list and rejoin the team later on in the season.
Or is he?
Holmes hasn't felt the need to support his teammates and hasn't felt the need to inform the fans who cheered him for so many seasons. Perhaps he is jealous of running back Larry Johnson, who is the new star in Kansas City. Maybe he has come to the realization that he will never play football again.
Regardless, he has had plenty of time to think about his decision, and only he knows what his next move will be. It's time to speak up.
If Holmes plans on retiring, then he should just announce it now. If he plans on returning, then he's got plenty of explaining to do. So long as he is under contract, it is his obligation to support his team and to provide whatever he can. Energy. Leadership. Encouragement.
Green has done it for three weeks and has shown that he is truly the ultimate "team guy."
I used to think Holmes was the same way. He used to credit his offensive line and never put himself on a pedestal. It seemed as if he were just "in it to win it." To me, Holmes wasn't like all the other All-Pro players, the guys who care more about statistics and awards than about wins and losses. Like Green, I thought Holmes was a "team guy."
Maybe I was just naive.
His actions, though, indicate he's not coming back. He's stayed completely away from the team and no one seems to know if he's even preparing to play again. Those aren't generally the actions of someone itching to return. Curtis Martin, for example, has been at the Jets' facilities, training in hopes of a return.
Here is an article from yesterday (Scout.com):
Where Is Priest Holmes?
By Jeff Rake
Warpaint Illustrated Columnist
Posted Oct 4, 2006
Trent Green high-fived his teammates, screamed out encouragement and helped with the playcalling in Kansas City’s 41-0 win over the San Francisco 49ers Sunday at Arrowhead Stadium. All of this took place while he was injured and unable to play.
Though Green could not help out his team on the field, his presence was still felt. He made every contribution he could on the sidelines, as he tried to mentor backup quarterback Damon Huard and provide the Chiefs with an extra cheerleader.
He was active and full of energy, proving that he is truly the leader of the team. Call him the "vocal leader."
The Chiefs used to have a "silent leader," a player who once led by example and let his actions do the talking. Nobody has really seen him this season, which is odd - because at last check, he is still on the roster. In other words, he still collects a paycheck from owner Lamar Hunt. He is still a part of the team.
That player is Priest Holmes, who, like Green, is recovering from injury. Nobody has heard from him. He has disappeared, probably choosing to stay at his home in San Antonio, Texas, rather than sharing in the camaraderie of a team he once carried on his back.
Holmes has always been the quiet type, never one to self-promote but surely not the type to lose focus of the business side of things. He was always looking for a better contract - "fair compensation" as he called it - and nearly held out for more money in 2003.
The Chiefs gave him a new contract that year, and paid him to play football at a high level. Holmes did that, scoring 27 touchdowns, which was a record at the time.
Ever since that season he has been on-and-off, battling injuries from the hips to the head. He is still waiting to be medically cleared so that he can come off the physically unable to perform (PUP) list and rejoin the team later on in the season.
Or is he?
Holmes hasn't felt the need to support his teammates and hasn't felt the need to inform the fans who cheered him for so many seasons. Perhaps he is jealous of running back Larry Johnson, who is the new star in Kansas City. Maybe he has come to the realization that he will never play football again.
Regardless, he has had plenty of time to think about his decision, and only he knows what his next move will be. It's time to speak up.
If Holmes plans on retiring, then he should just announce it now. If he plans on returning, then he's got plenty of explaining to do. So long as he is under contract, it is his obligation to support his team and to provide whatever he can. Energy. Leadership. Encouragement.
Green has done it for three weeks and has shown that he is truly the ultimate "team guy."
I used to think Holmes was the same way. He used to credit his offensive line and never put himself on a pedestal. It seemed as if he were just "in it to win it." To me, Holmes wasn't like all the other All-Pro players, the guys who care more about statistics and awards than about wins and losses. Like Green, I thought Holmes was a "team guy."
Maybe I was just naive.
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humphrp
Footballguy
Jeff Rake is jsut like every other fair whether fan out there. What have they done for me lately. That article makes me sick. Green still knows he will play football, unlike Holmes. I'm sure if Holmes thought that he had a chance of playing football again he would be ther on the sidelines as well. It may just be too hard for him to be there watching the game and not being able to play ever again. Get off his back Jeff!! He is still a class act and will always be one of my favorites, like CMart.
I'm not disagreeing so much but I'd swear I read Priest was home and not very involved with the team at all. Curtis on the other hand has been quite involved. Maybe this makes Curtis a 2% chance of playing and Priest a 1% but I just wanted to add that in here. I agree it is a good summary
Not sticking up for Rake, just sayin'.What people don't understand is what they can't. Medicine doesn't seem to be able to cure Priest so the decision is very different from what people are used to. It's all a personal debate within Priest's mind. It could seem reasonable that he makes his decision at home with those who care about him most or at the football field where his passion is that's making this such a tough decision. I don't think Priest choosing to do either is a wrong move. I do think he'll need a smidge more time to get comfy having spent time at home but he's a vet I don't think it would take him long to be able to contribute.He's always been in magnificent shape so naturally I assume that's still true.
It's probably killing Priest to be away and know he's done. Him staying away does not mean he's not a "team player." I was roommates with the D-3 championship player of the game his junior year, then that summer he found out he had no cartiledge in his knee and could never play again. He couldn't even bear to go by the stadium. He stayed away because he cared too much. I'm guessing Priest is the same.
shadow2k
Footballguy
Priest ALWAYS works out in San Antonio. He's done so every off-season, and every time he's been hurt. When he wasn't hurt, he'd fly down there and take his kids to school on Monday. He turned down many paid-appearance invitations and endorsement offers to be able to be around his family more in the off-season.
He's in TX because of his family. If he's trying to get in football shape, he'd be doing it in TX...just like always. Don't read anything into him being there.
He's in TX because of his family. If he's trying to get in football shape, he'd be doing it in TX...just like always. Don't read anything into him being there.
Kevin Ashcraft
Footballguy
Guys, he isn't even in KC and hasn't been all season. I don't know how you could still hold him on your roster with a straight face.
I guess I could see it if it was a dynasty and you keep him on your IR until he is officially retired, but outside of that, forget about the guy....most KC homers have.
I guess I could see it if it was a dynasty and you keep him on your IR until he is officially retired, but outside of that, forget about the guy....most KC homers have.
One
Not Allowed In Mexico
just picked him up. I'll await news which should come soon and then, obviously, make a roster decision. Outside of Shaun, starting RBs don't seem to be getting hurt and missing time this year like normally. All those drafted backup RBs are wasted but for a few like Turner and Barber. Worth a try
Texican
Footballguy
I thought he works out in San Antonio anyway?
Kevin Ashcraft
Footballguy
What I am saying is that you dont see him going to games, supporting the team like you do Trent Green. I honestly think Lamar, Carl, etc. know he is done, but they are milking this because their "doctor" has cleared Priest at one time....and Priest is waiting them out, so he gets his money.
Priest is done....if he was working for a comeback he would be with the team.
Priest is done....if he was working for a comeback he would be with the team.
