KCUR News
(2011-12-12)
Courtesy of the KC Chiefs.
USA TODAY reports:
Since his days as an assistant coach, Haley has been known for his prickly sideline demeanor, one that's often flared with referees and his own players. His behavior Sunday in New York may have hastened his exit in Kansas City. He was penalized for unsportsmanlike conduct on the Jets' final TD drive, though declined to reveal what he said to draw referees' ire.
"That generally gets you beat," said Haley. "The one thing we can't do is lose our composure on calls."
From a statement posted on the Kansas City Chiefs website:
"This was a difficult decision but one that we feel is best for the future of the Chiefs," Chairman and CEO Clark Hunt said. "Although there have been bright spots at different points this season, we have not made meaningful progress and we felt that it was necessary to make a change. We appreciate Todd's contributions during his time with the club, and we wish him well in the future."
"Todd helped this team in many valuable ways over the past three seasons, and I am thankful for his contributions," Chiefs General Manager Scott Pioli said. "Unfortunately, we have not been able to establish the kind of consistency we need to continue to build a strong foundation for the future and we believe a change is important at this time."
Update at 10:58 a.m.
Who Will Take Haley's Place?
Arrowhead Pride, a blog focused on the Kansas City Chiefs, has this update on a potential temporary replacement for Haley:
ESPN's Adam Schefter reports that the Chiefs have told members of the organization that defensive coordinator Romeo Crennel will be taking over as the interim coach. Crennel has previous experience as the Cleveland Browns head coach for four seasons from 2005-08. He went 24-40 in 64 games before being let go by the Browns.
Update at 11:25 a.m. Interim Coach Confirmed:
Associated Press sports writer David Skretta tweets:
#Chiefs confirm Romeo Crennel as interim coach.
Update at 2:16 p.m.
Kansas City Chiefs Press Conference:
Chairman and CEO Clark Hunt: "Our play was up and down the entire season; at times, it was up and down during a given game. That really contributed to our decision (to fire Todd Haley."
General Manager Scott Pioli: "I don't think he (Todd Haley) lost the team. No, I don't." © Copyright 2012, kcur
