2011 NFL Draft: Scott Pioli Knows the Value of Lineman, Adds Mike Pouncey

April 12, 2011   ·   Matt Faulconer   ·   Jump to comments

Casey Wiegmann has informed the team that he is considering retirement and is supposed to announce his decision prior to the draft.
Even if Wiegmann decides to return for another season, the Chiefs will definitely need help on their interior line.  Wiegmann is going to be 38 years old when the season starts and won't be around much longer.
On the other hand, guard Brian Waters is also aging, as he is 34 years old.  Pouncey is capable of playing both guard positions, as well as center.  That is a luxury that the Chiefs could use, considering the age of their interior lineman.
Scott Pioli, from his days with New England, understands the value in having a lineman that can play all three interior positions.  He also understands that it is best to add Pouncey before it becomes an absolute necessity. 
The other option for the Chiefs is to snag Phil Taylor, the big time nose tackle from Baylor.  However, at this point it may be a st...

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