7/2/2023 0 Comments Geoff schwartz nfl draft![]() His presence could alleviate the pressure on Fisher and Stephenson as they grow into the tackle positions, whichever each ends up playing. Schwartz, who probably is best suited to play one of the guard positions, could still provide valuable depth at not only those guard spots, but also at the tackle positions. The former Oregon Duck offers a great versatility to the Kansas City offense. If he can’t quite get there, and becomes the every day right tackle, then it appears as if Stephenson could develop into a fine left tackle over time. The Chiefs still have to hope that Eric Fisher can grow into the job at left tackle. ![]() Kansas City Chiefs offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz (74) Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports It might behoove Dorsey to find a way to get Schwartz signed for next year, even if it is at the expense of signing Branden Albert. It would be worth trying to resign Schwartz in the off season, even though the Chiefs are in a bit of a pickle with the salary cap for 2014, as Ben discussed a days ago. Smith has only been sacked 6 times over the past 4 games, including none last week, and the Chiefs are averaging 176.5 rushing yards in the two December games, by far the biggest average by month, albeit a smaller sample size. In fact, the running game may be more effective and quarterback Alex Smith may be under less pressure. The two back up linemen have started 9 games combined but there has been no obvious drop in production from the starters to these two reserves. With injuries along the offensive line to Jon Asamoah and Branden Albert, plus the slow development of first overall pick Eric Fisher, Schwartz and Donald Stephenson have gotten plenty of playing time. Schwartz has been a very important cog this season for the Chiefs. There was little to get excited about a lineman who had 19 career starts since being drafted in the 7th round in the 2009 NFL Draft by the Carolina Panthers, and had sat out all of 2011 due to an injury. When Dorsey signed Schwartz in March, it didn’t hardly make splash for $700,000. Ths week, spotlight is shining on offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz. It is time to recognize one of the most valuable free agents acquired by General Manager John Dorsey this past off season. ![]() The Kansas City Chiefs travel across the country this week to take on their rivals, the Oakland Raiders, Sunday afternoon. Kansas City Chiefs offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz (74) Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports ![]()
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