[Kansas City.com] Chiefs coach Todd Haley said Sunday that offensive lineman Jared Gaither, signed last week after his contract expired with Baltimore, would begin his Kansas City career at left tackle.
Gaither practiced with the second-team offense during Sunday afternoon’s workout, lining up at left tackle. Gaither, who is listed at 6 feet 9 and 340 pounds, is a fifth-year lineman who started 26 games with the Ravens in 2008-09. He suffered a back injury last year and missed the season.
Haley said Gaither’s top priority would be improving his conditioning after an extended layoff, made longer by the NFL lockout.
What will happen with Albert? Will he go to a guard or right tackle??
Comment by Dave — August 15, 2011 @ 2:57 pm
He’ll be 2nd string behind Albert, right?
Comment by Jeff in VA — August 15, 2011 @ 4:42 pm
I have no idea….. I would guess and let him be a mentor… but… why spend money on talent if your not going to use it
Comment by dave — August 16, 2011 @ 9:32 am
Albert would move to right tackle, but it is unlikely the Gaither will be healthy. They signed him on a one year 700 grand contract. So not much money at all so if he isn’t healthy they will cut him after training camp.
Comment by JCJ — August 16, 2011 @ 6:04 pm
Haley stated Albert earned that position…. so now I am in flux
Comment by dave — August 17, 2011 @ 10:41 am
No one has signed Brian Waters yet. Maybe we could pick him back up on a discount as a backup.
Comment by Jeff in VA — August 18, 2011 @ 12:50 pm
I find it ironic that they were begging Waters not to retire for at least a couple years now. That o line was number one in rushing last year. I hope we can get him back. It would be really wierd to see him in another uniform.
Comment by David in VA — August 18, 2011 @ 3:29 pm