Originally Posted by Coach (Post 5959613)

While the journey may appear that it is ending, it isn't, just yet. There is one more thing left to do. That is to "officially" retire the jersey #58 at Arrowhead, never to be worn again.

Originally Posted by T-post Tom (Post 5959592)

I think the Chiefs and Chiefs' fans owe a big kudos to Carl for a job well done today. What a great bunch of memories tonight. He did Derrick proud. The only person he might not have done well by was Bill Cower. Not sure Bill appreciated Carl's story of Bill wanting to put DT in pass coverage. :) Call me nostalgic, but I've softened on Carl today. He did give us a helluva ride for most of the '90s. That said, I'm extremely pleased with the new regime and glad the franchise is moving forward in a new direction.

Originally Posted by Goldmember (Post 5959619)

Wow, I can't believe I'm seeing all the loving comments for CP, Marty, Neil Smith, etc on this board! Could the ravages of time also bring similar love to Herm?? :)

Originally Posted by Coach (Post 5959613)

While the journey may appear that it is ending, it isn't, just yet. There is one more thing left to do. That is to "officially" retire the jersey #58 at Arrowhead, never to be worn again.

Yes, Carl Peterson, Marty Schottenheimer, and several key guys were involved in making the Chiefs a solid football team in the 90's, but Derrick represented the resurrection of Chiefs football, his contribution to the Kansas City community, and his love to the game and people in general.

This includes us. We, Chief fans, need to return the favor. When that day occurs this year to show respect for a legend, I will be very disappointed if the stadium isn't full, regardless of how good or awful the team is doing. Derrick Thomas has done alot for the city of Kansas City, on and off of the field. IMHO, Derrick would love nothing more than to have a sold-out Arrowhead Stadium, like it used to be in the 90's, loud, rocking, deafening. It's not because the fans should do it because it's a "honorable" thing to do, but it's the "right" thing to do.

When that day occurs, the journey is finally complete, and an era will finally end.

Originally Posted by GoChiefs (Post 5959621)

I'll praise Herm when he becomes Arrowhead's first male cheerleader. Not before.

Originally Posted by GoChiefs (Post 5959621)

I'll praise Herm when he becomes Arrowhead's first male cheerleader. Not before.

Originally Posted by Ari Chi3fs (Post 5959622)

I wish the Bills had gone to 3 out of 4 superbowls instead.

Originally Posted by GoChiefs (Post 5959695)

Boy is THIS irony or what?

Originally Posted by DaKCMan AP (Post 5959696)

Reportedly, CHENZ A! and myself were shown on ESPN following Ralph Wilson's speech.