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03-17-2006, 10:16 AM
Richardson encouraged by talks
By ADAM TEICHER
The Kansas City Star
Three weeks ago, as he was ready to head into free-agency, fullback Tony Richardson wasn’t certain he would be able to finish his career with the Chiefs.
Thursday, after almost a week as a free agent, Richardson was more encouraged about ending his career where it started.
“We’re making headway,” Richardson said about his contract talks with the Chiefs. “They’ve got an offer on the table. We still have a little work left to do, but I feel better about the chances for getting something done.
Richardson joined the Chiefs in 1995 and worked his way up from special teams to starting fullback. As the lead blocker in recent seasons, first for Priest Holmes and then for Larry Johnson, Richardson was a major part of the success of the Chiefs’ running game.
Among current Chiefs, only Will Shields was around when Richardson arrived. As senior statesman, Richardson, 34, is a team leader, and many teammates head his way for advice.
“There are certain players that bring more to your team than just being a football player,” Chiefs coach Herm Edwards said. “If you’re talking about Tony Richardson, he brings a whole lot to this team besides being a good football player. We’re going to do everything we can to bring him back.”
The Chiefs did agree Thursday on contract terms with two of their own free agents. Long snapper Kendall Gammon and defensive end Carlos Hall agreed to one-year contracts.
Former Giants cornerback Will Allen, a free agent who visited with the Chiefs this week, has moved on to meetings with the Saints and Dolphins. Allen previously interviewed with the Seahawks.
http://www.kansascity.com/mld/kansascity/sports/football/nfl/kansas_city_chiefs/14118232.htm
By ADAM TEICHER
The Kansas City Star
Three weeks ago, as he was ready to head into free-agency, fullback Tony Richardson wasn’t certain he would be able to finish his career with the Chiefs.
Thursday, after almost a week as a free agent, Richardson was more encouraged about ending his career where it started.
“We’re making headway,” Richardson said about his contract talks with the Chiefs. “They’ve got an offer on the table. We still have a little work left to do, but I feel better about the chances for getting something done.
Richardson joined the Chiefs in 1995 and worked his way up from special teams to starting fullback. As the lead blocker in recent seasons, first for Priest Holmes and then for Larry Johnson, Richardson was a major part of the success of the Chiefs’ running game.
Among current Chiefs, only Will Shields was around when Richardson arrived. As senior statesman, Richardson, 34, is a team leader, and many teammates head his way for advice.
“There are certain players that bring more to your team than just being a football player,” Chiefs coach Herm Edwards said. “If you’re talking about Tony Richardson, he brings a whole lot to this team besides being a good football player. We’re going to do everything we can to bring him back.”
The Chiefs did agree Thursday on contract terms with two of their own free agents. Long snapper Kendall Gammon and defensive end Carlos Hall agreed to one-year contracts.
Former Giants cornerback Will Allen, a free agent who visited with the Chiefs this week, has moved on to meetings with the Saints and Dolphins. Allen previously interviewed with the Seahawks.
http://www.kansascity.com/mld/kansascity/sports/football/nfl/kansas_city_chiefs/14118232.htm