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That's actually where I would be. Age 40 is closer.

Exactly.

Every expert micro-brewer I have ever known does not drink.

That's true. And I don't want to misrepresent what I know. I am not an orthopedic surgeon and have no access to more actual medical information from the same sources as anyone else here does, only what I read. So, IF the information is correct about the broken fibula extending into the articulating surfaces with the tibia at the ankle, and if the MRI shows damage to any of the ligaments in that area of the ankle, then what I wrote is most likely correct. A fracture, like a spiral fracture, that extends downward from the fibula into the articulating surface (joint) with the tibia, then it is a big damn deal that, even if it heals well, there likely will be SOME permanent reduction of the ability of that joint to move without pain. But not even the Chiefs front office would have a full knowledge until the MRI's which show soft tissue, have been evaluated by an orthopedic surgeon who subspecializes in injuries to that area. I'm just speaking about fractures extending into joints in general. Even the source of what I read is not official yet. So, the Chiefs don't know the whole picture probably. For me, it's just an educated guess. Also, yes, I tend to be a pessimist when it comes to injuries in a contact sport like NFL football.

Hope you are right. In the playoffs, we will be facing only the top teams. Those are always teams with great pass rushers. We have Taylor to protect on the right. We have the rookie, KS on the left. So, we are in poor shape there. I agree. RB is bad, too. Pacheco will not be back this season. It could be a long time, and he may never be the same. The fracture apparently extends into the joint where the tibia and fibula and bones of the ankle meet. When a fracture extends into a joint, pins have to be placed. After healing and the pins are removed, some degree of permanent decreased mobility in the joint is almost assured to some degree. That requires a long rehab, and the amount of decreased range of motion that would be left is anyone's guess. The earlier estimate of 4-6 weeks was made based on a common simple fracture of the fibula, prior to the additional findings. Hunt is 29 and was slow already the last year or two. I really don't know what we have in Perine. I know this combo will give us decent pass blocking and pass catching, but the running seems very questionable to me. I think we are too enthusiastic about Steele at this point. He has a LOT to learn, and we know nothing about his vision or instincts. I'm excited about him, though. He is big and tough.

I saw one with J.C. Sneed . Also a Chris Jones who was younger. Also, a Travis Kelce who was younger. Also, a Pacheco. Also an unusually lucky year with injuries. Time is, so far, undefeated.

What I mean is "dream on" about Pacheco being back in 6 games. The guy won't play until 2025. He has a bad, bad injury and might not ever be the player he was. Don't believe the pablum being fed to the fanbase. The bug has hit us this year, and a three-peat is out of he question, at least for me. So far, a three-peat has never been done. This is why. Sorry to bum you out.

6 games? Dream on.

Damn!

Based on Hunt's performance the last few years, I don't think he will ever be a #1 again. He wouldn't come close to providing what Pacheco does. I'm thinking that CEH will be better than Hunt could be at his age when he gets back from his injury. As Chiefs fans, we all have memories of the Hunt times, but he is not in the same conversation now. We should curb our enthusiasm. His best attribute is his receiving and he still has a connection with Mahomes. I'm guessing Reid will work him in as an outlet receiver and blocker on 3rd downs and nothing else.

More than that, he needs to show that he can take enough of Carson Steele's special teams snaps to allow Steele to actually be a #1 rotating with Perine. Or let Steele play short yardage 3rd down plays and fullback role. But Toub is going to miss Steele unless Hunt can perform that role on ST's.

I just watched the Madden simulation of the Ravens game on YouTube. I've never seen one before. I think that was the worst thing I have ever seen....and I was a pathologist. Then I walked into the pantry to find a snack, and I didn't recognize any of the food in there. I'm still nauseated anyway. I saw three packages of kale chips from the Keto section. This must be "Back To The Future." Spoiler alert: We have no hope.

He still leaves it all out on the field in a different kind of way. The Chiefs knew he would be a crowd pleaser.

That extra appendage was definitely evident when CJ was at the combine before he got drafted.

To be fair, the guy yelling "you stink" to him in the tunnel, was not classy at all. Likely was justified to react like that. Likely gave 100% and played a great game. He hardly "stinks."