((HT: KC Star))Since the whole Scott Pioli-to-Cleveland thing didn't work out ((pictured, thanks/Jim Davis- Boston Globe)), the current-soon-to-be-ex Patriots Vice President for Player Personnel is heading to the Kansas City Chiefs to become their new General Manager. The press conference is scheduled for 6PM Wednesday.
Clark Hunt sayeth quote:
“We are very excited to welcome Scott to the Chiefs. With his proven track record of success, Scott is the finest player personnel executive in the NFL, and we look forward to his leadership in building a championship organization.”
No word on whether or not current head coach Herm Edwards will become an ex when Pioli's job title becomes current.
Mike Reiss has the flip side from his piece in the Boston Globe...
"To sum up in words everything Scott Pioli has meant to this organization and to me personally would be difficult, if not impossible," Patriots coach Bill Belichick said in a statement. "From the day I met him, he has demonstrated a passion for football and respect for the game that is second to none.
"On a personal level, the Belichick-Pioli bond runs far deeper than our workplace, as we and our families have shared countless memories away from football. Working side by side with one of my best friends for almost two decades is special enough in itself. But to help each other achieve success beyond our dreams is a blessing and something I will always remember and appreciate."
The Patriots are also expected to lose Dom Capers, possibly to be the DC in Denver, and special teams coach Brad Seely- probably to Eric Mangini in Cleveland.
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