[Full Cougar]

The Falcons confirmed to USA TODAY's Jim Corbett that they have acquired Gonzalez from the Chiefs for a second-round pick in next year's draft.
Gonzalez had been interested in leaving Kansas City if he could play for a Super Bowl contender. "It's somewhat bittersweet," Gonzalez told Fox Sports. "I love Kansas City. I grew up in Kansas City. The city means a lot to me. I got there when I turned 21. It will be sad to leave a city I love. But I'm looking forward to making a Super Bowl run in Atlanta every year for the next three or four years. "
Gonzalez, a 10-time Pro Bowler, has played in Kansas City since entering the league in 1997. He caught 96 passes for 1,058 yards and 10 touchdowns last season.

[Bette]

Wow! This will give Atlanta another one two punch. Nice for Atlanta. Kansas will have to rebuild anyway so its a good deal for them.

[Full Cougar]

Two things here.

1. Yes, this deffenitley upgrades Atlanta. Think about what they are buliding around Matt Ryan here. Matt Ryan is already a great QB, but think about this, they have Roddy White and Michael Jenkins at wideouts. 10 touchdowns combined. Not to mention Harry Douglas who is a good across the middle aggressive reciever. Now they added Tony Gonzalez who is another reciever for Ryan, but will also help with blocking for their great running back, Michael Turner. They draft a good offensive lineman in the draft, and I say their offense is set to do some serious damage.

2. As for the Cheifs, some say this trade worked out well for both sides, I don't really agree. I think if they want to win this year, they need an offense to go around Matt Cassel. He is not enough. He is a premier position but no way will he carry that offense by himself. There are some other good players, but I don't think there are enough there. If they want to go to rebuilding mode, then fine. However I think they should have sought for more than a 2nd round pick in 2010. Cassel should be ready to wait atleast 2-3 more seasons with the Cheifs for another play-off run.

[bears9]

Another weapon for Matt Ryan, damn. They are taking the next step next year as long as they improve their defense in the draft. Watch for the Falcons in 2009

[Bette]

Originally Posted by Full Cougar

Two things here.

1. Yes, this deffenitley upgrades Atlanta. Think about what they are buliding around Matt Ryan here. Matt Ryan is already a great QB, but think about this, they have Roddy White and Michael Jenkins at wideouts. 10 touchdowns combined. Not to mention Harry Douglas who is a good across the middle aggressive reciever. Now they added Tony Gonzalez who is another reciever for Ryan, but will also help with blocking for their great running back, Michael Turner. They draft a good offensive lineman in the draft, and I say their offense is set to do some serious damage.

2. As for the Cheifs, some say this trade worked out well for both sides, I don't really agree. I think if they want to win this year, they need an offense to go around Matt Cassel. He is not enough. He is a premier position but no way will he carry that offense by himself. There are some other good players, but I don't think there are enough there. If they want to go to rebuilding mode, then fine. However I think they should have sought for more than a 2nd round pick in 2010. Cassel should be ready to wait atleast 2-3 more seasons with the Cheifs for another play-off run.

They have to think in terms of the future imo. Dont forget Tony is a ten time pro bowler. His production could drop any time.

[NASCAR Gnome]

Lost in all this is where does this leave KC? It'll be interesting to see where Kansas City will be picking in next year's draft...

Gonzalez moving to Atlanta can be huge because aside from the QB and WRs, don't forget, they also have the stud RB Michael Turner! San Diego was very competitive with LT, Antonio Gates and no real WRs to speak of so when you throw in decent WRs into the mix, you are looking at a team that can be a contender. It remains to be seen if their defense and ST can compliment the offense but I for one am happy that Atlanta is no longer in the NFC West!

(Yes for those of you thinking I've gone off my rocker, at one point years ago, Atlanta and New Orleans were both in the NFC West! Go figure...)

[Full Cougar]

Originally Posted by Bette

They have to think in terms of the future imo. Dont forget Tony is a ten time pro bowler. His production could drop any time.

I don't think they are thinking to much about future. They want a super bowl win either this season or next. Matt Ryan is their future, but they want a championship for Atlanta now.

[bears9]

Originally Posted by Full Cougar

I don't think they are thinking to much about future. They want a super bowl win either this season or next. Matt Ryan is their future, but they want a championship for Atlanta now.

I think she was talking about KC, Hell yeah Atlanta is playing for now and they will be really good now but they do have a future too, I'm legitmently scare of them as a Super Bowl contender

[GoBears51]

Originally Posted by bears9

I think she was talking about KC, Hell yeah Atlanta is playing for now and they will be really good now but they do have a future too, I'm legitmently scare of them as a Super Bowl contender

I woundn't be a bit scare of them as a SuperBowl contender (Chiefs or Falcons).
I'm more worry about the Patriots being a SuperBowl contender, and how about the Cowardboys they always seem to be lurking around the Playoffs.

[Bette]

Originally Posted by bears9

I think she was talking about KC, Hell yeah Atlanta is playing for now and they will be really good now but they do have a future too, I'm legitmently scare of them as a Super Bowl contender

Yes, I was talking about Kansas. And right now I also believe Atlanta could be a Super Bowl contender. They most certainly have the right pieces.

Originally Posted by GoBears51

I woundn't be a bit scare of them as a SuperBowl contender (Chiefs or Falcons).
I'm more worry about the Patriots being a SuperBowl contender, and how about the Cowardboys they always seem to be lurking around the Playoffs.

The COWBOYS generally are lurking, but I have to say it because most certainly someone else will. Lurk is about all they do. And there is absolutely nothing about this team right now that is screaming Super Bowl here we come. They had the talent last year and look what happened. I dont think they have made the changes they need to, but time will tell I guess.

[bears9]

Originally Posted by GoBears51

I woundn't be a bit scare of them as a SuperBowl contender (Chiefs or Falcons).
I'm more worry about the Patriots being a SuperBowl contender, and how about the Cowardboys they always seem to be lurking around the Playoffs.

It all depends on whether or not they improve that run defense in the draft they desperatly need to get better in front seven, other wise why wouldn't you be scared.

As far as the Cowboys, they are only lurking because they are they are the Cowboys