Kansas City Chiefs: To Hali or not to Hali

KANSAS CITY, MO - SEPTEMBER 11: Linebacker Tamba Hali
KANSAS CITY, MO - SEPTEMBER 11: Linebacker Tamba Hali

Tamba Hali was set be activated off the PUP list today, but was not?

There has been a whirlwind of uncertainty and doubt surrounding Tamba Hali this season. Supposedly Hali was to be activated off the PUP list this morning, but was absent during the morning practice.

Tamba Hali was taken by the Chiefs with the 20th pick in the 1st round of the 2006 draft.

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The veteran linebacker could be very much-needed as the defense has faltered much of the season this far.

There were times in the offseason where it seemed Hali was a bit disgruntled with the Chiefs organization. Taking jabs at his playing time being one of the main issues.

In Andy Reid’s presser after this mornings practice, Hali’s present role with the Kansas City Chiefs is still in question.

"I’m not sure what’s going on, but when I walked out here he was not practicing."

Andy Reid added even more to the confusion saying

"There’s been nothing done there."

So what’s the deal? Why doesn’t our head coach know what’s going on with his players?

This type of shoulder shrugging has gone on all year when asked about Hali.

Speculation says Hali and the organization are on a time out. For whatever reason, someone on the two sides feels underappreciated or disrespected.

Tamba has been a staple for the Chiefs. From his volunteer work around the city, to his dominant play on the field. He also won many brownie points with the fans as he has restructured his contract to better help the team.

Tamba Hali is among the favorites for the fans as the other half of the Justin Houston/Hali duo. Here’s hoping someone can show Tamba to the practice field.

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The issues with Hali and the Chiefs is an underlying issue compared to the other headlines within the organization. Still, Tambas presence is needed.

Over his career with Kansas City he has 452 tackles, 89.5 sacks and two interceptions. He also has two defensive touchdowns.