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2008 Record: 2-14, Fourth AFC WestHead Coach: Todd Haley; First yearKey Additions: QB Matt Cassel, LB Monty Beisel, LB Mike Vrabel, G Mike Goff, C Eric Ghiaciuc, LB Zach Thomas, WR Bobby EngramKey Losses: TE Tony Gonzalez, LB Donnie Edwards, G Adrian Jones, CB Patrick Surtain, LB Pat Thomas, QB Damn HuardA very busy team this off-season, the Kansas City Chiefs almost can't do worse than they did in the 2008 season.After a 2-14 season, the Chiefs made numerous changes, including bring in three former Patriots. (Including the GM Scott Pioli)The season-long problem in Kansas City lies at the quarterback position, or lack there of. The Chiefs never had consistency from the field general in 2008, but that is sure to change.The Chiefs made it their business to go out and acquire former Patriot, Matt Cassell.After Tom Brady went down after a few plays into the season opener against, oddly enough, the Chiefs, Matt Cassell took over the reigns. He did not disappoint.He threw for nearly 3...
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