De'Anthony Thomas wins Chiefs ROY; Houston wins team MVP.

[Fountain City Blues]

De'Anthony Thomas, despite having just 269 yards of offense in 12 games played, won Chiefs ROY; probably on the back of the return game.

Rushing:

14 attempts 113 yards 8.1 YPC 1 TD; Long of 26

Receiving:

31 Targets 23 Receptions (74.2%) 156 yards 6.8 YPC 0 TD; long of 30

Punt Returns:

34 attempts 405 yards 11.9 YPC (3rd in the NFL) 1 TD; Long of 81

Kickoffs:

14 attempts 428 yards 30.6 YPR (would be tied for Jacoby Jones at 2nd had he qualified in this category) 0 TD; Long of 78

Total: 1,102 yards

I'll take it, but he definitely needs to develop as a slot receiver to maximize his value. He has to be more than just a screen or sweep gadget on a more consistent basis on offense. Can certainly gush when it comes to his return ability, however. Looking forward to seeing what DAT does in year two. Way ahead of where McCluster was at this point, and he looks like his ceiling is a lot higher when it comes to being the slot guy.

DeAnthony Thomas named Chiefs rookie of the year at 101 Awards Banquet | The Kansas City Star The Kansas City Star

Justin Houston, D'Anthony Thomas honored; Gary Green to Chiefs hall - ESPN

As for Houston... 22 Sacks, nuff said.

 

[Fountain City Blues]

 

[BeaverShaver]

awesome to see DAT getting some love. I hope he continues to excel and proves the haters wrong. even if he is just a return man, he can be a game changer. but I hopeful develops his skills as a wr and rb