The Chiefs selected a running back, LSU’s Clyde Edwards-Helaire, in the first round of the NFL draft. —————————————————————————– He has made the decision based on what is best for him. Johnson, Holmes, Charles, Word, Bennett, Anders, Hunt, etc. opt outs. Coronavirus maps: Cases and deaths in the U.S. | Cases and deaths worldwide. July 29, 2020 at 11:01 pm At this point nobody knows what the health implications are going to be after recovering from COVID not even you . The Kansas City Chiefs’ leading rusher for their Super Bowl-winning season will not be be suiting up for the defense campaign. With all the weapons we have on the outside and just this offense in total, add me and everyone is only going to complement each other. Not like I believe we’ll see the NFL season finish, and Im totally okay with any player making their own choice.. ..but just thinking long term, being a “fringe” rb (or any postion) and taking a season off? A player classified as being at high risk medically can opt out and receive a $350,000 stipend. His contract now tolls, meaning that it rolls over into next year and he remains under contract to the Chiefs for the 2021 season. One, I was wrong on 10 or less total opt outs. In one of his first interviews since officially joining his new side, Edwards-Helaire gushed about playing alongside Patrick Mahomes, who was the first to tweet his approval of the choice the night of the draft. Risk reward for sure July 29, 2020 at 6:19 pm I think I would make a plan with my family that I was going to be in complete isolation from them throughout the season (about the length of a military deployment) and come home with enough cash for the typical person to live comfortably for 15 years. “As an organization, we certainly understand and respect Damien’s choice, knowing it was made in the best interest of his family,” Chiefs General Manager Brett Veach said in a statement. In 11 games for Kansas City last season, the 28-year-old recorded 498 yards and 111 carries, resulting in five touchdowns. I would say most people posting here have no clue why Damian opted out. With the 32nd pick, the Chiefs selected former LSU running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire, who led the Tigers to a national championship in January. Williams, 28, was entering the final season of a contract that was to pay him a base salary of $1.85 million this season. Everyone is talking like they know what’s best for this kid. I had more respect than this for him. The Super Bowl star’s mother has been diagnosed with Stage 4 Cancer. ... $8.1 million contract extension on 27th December 2018. Holmes – undrafted by Ravens for 4 years then 7 years with Chiefs. I mean, that could be the end of your career, or at minimum your starting playing time. The player who scored the final two touchdowns of the 2019 NFL season will not play at all in 2020. RBs need to focus on hitting free agency as soon as they can. He’s not the only star rusher for the Chiefs, either. Every one who has contracted it has recovered, and many of them had mild or no symptoms. Ask a combat vet! As for mortality rates tell that to Eduardo Rodriguez of the Red Sox who is suffering from heart issues due to Covid-19. Obviously Andy R is masterminding these K.C. all started as patch players. * but I digress*. ========================================================================== With him as probably the de facto RB1, looks like the 21-year-old has some major responsibilities ahead of him. spacedive1 says: Didn’t see that one coming…makes a muddy backfield order a little clearer…hope CEH has had his nose in the playbook. But between Okoye, L Johnson, Holmes and Charles they basically had 4 RBs span 20+ years….that’s the complete opposite of ‘patched up RB core.”, isnt it cute how we all pretend there will be a season…. He balled out in the playoffs and should have been Super Bowl MVP. Here’s how the rest of their running back depth chart looks: Clyde Edwards-HelaireDarrel WilliamsDarwin ThompsonDeandre Washington, — Harold R. Kuntz (@HaroldRKuntz3) July 29, 2020. Every one who has contracted it has recovered, and many of them had mild or no symptoms. Register now! _____________. Right? Credit to the Chiefs, it shows great talent acquisition. What you need to know: Vaccine tracker | Coronavirus etiquette | Summertime activities & coronavirus | Hand sanitizer recall | Your life at home | Personal finance guide | Make your own fabric mask | Follow all of our coronavirus coverage and sign up for our free newsletter. Short time sacrifice for long term returns. CEH was going to take over at some point, but now he can ball out from the start. “Damien Williams informed the club of his decision to opt out of the 2020 season." Cap Hell and no rookies signed, with cuts coming, on line 2. I mean, that could be the end of your career, or at minimum your starting playing time.” Bet he wouldn’t have opted out if he’d won Snoopy Bowl MVP. Williams scored two touchdowns, one rushing and one receiving, in the Chiefs’ Super Bowl triumph over the San Francisco 49ers. The agreement between the NFL and the NFL Players Association gives any player the choice to opt out and receive a $150,000 salary advance. Thankfully, it doesn’t appear unlikely he will sit out his rookie year. rodgerstonelson says: ——————– Newsletter: Sign up for What Day Is It?, our new 7-day email series that will help you recover your sense of time during the pandemic, How to help: Your community | Seniors | Restaurants | Keep at-risk people in mind. He joins guard Laurent Duvernay-Tardif as Chiefs players who have opted out this season. His contract tolls for next year at 1.7 million with a 400K per game bonus as well as a 50K workout bonus for a Max 2.150 million. You must be logged in to leave a comment. ... his contract will carry over to the 2021 season and Williams will earn an $150,000 advance on his salary. Damien Williams (born April 3, 1992) is an American football running back for the Kansas City Chiefs of the National ... the Chiefs signed Williams to a two-year, $8.1 million contract extension. July 29, 2020 at 6:19 pm CEH just got a massive opportunity, I hope he capitalizes on it. all started as patch players. “He means a lot to our football team as a player and a person, and we’re going to miss having him around this season.”. The opt out does give players a chance to perhaps hit the market the next season. Chiefs have historically patched up their RB core pretty effectively. Okoye-2nd rd Running back Damien Williams, a key member of the offense that led the Kansas City Chiefs to a Super Bowl title last season, opted out of playing in 2020 amid the novel coronavirus pandemic, the team announced Wednesday. Hopefully we’ll see D. Williams again, though. Edwards-Helaire was going to beat him out anyway. Williams put the Chiefs ahead in the fourth quarter of the Super Bowl with a five-yard touchdown catch and then extended their lead with a 38-yard scamper into the end zone. ——————– PFT Draft: Most important NFL Week 6 matchups, Saints send contract warning to Thomas with fine, What's More Likely: Titans' response in Week 6. Now he’s just another cupcake that needs to be offloaded for 2021. You would think someone would take the time to learn the mortality rates for different demographic groups before throwing away millions of dollars, but I guess not. L. Johnson – 1st rd With Williams stepping away, the Chiefs have first-round pick Clyde Edwards-Helaire, Darwin Thompson and Darrell Williams at running back this year.
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