Veteran Kansas City Chiefs long-snapper Kendall Gammon has joined the Chiefs' broadcasting team as a sideline reporter, according to an announcement on Cumulus radio stations this morning (04-25-2008). He played 15 years with Pittsburgh and New Orleans before joining the Chiefs in 2000. He played in the 2004 Pro Bowl and in Super Bowl XXX with Pittsburgh. Gammon, who turns 40 this year, will join long-time Chiefs legend Len Dawson and Mitch Holthus on the three-man team on KCFX-101 The Fox. Gammon will replace veteran sideline reporter Bob Gretz, who spent 18 years in the position. Gretz was increasingly critical of the Chiefs, particularly during last year's dismal 4-12 season which concluded with 9 straight losses. His lack of homerism likely caused his termination. Reportedly the station only gave him two weeks severance pay, but the Chiefs will continue to use him as a columnist. Gammon has an extensive broadcast background. He has hosted a Kansas-City area talk show for several years on WHB-810. He has also appeared on ESPN and Fox, as well as on CNBC with Jim Cramer's popular "Mad Money" series. He has also authored a book, "Life's a Snap." A native of Rose Hill, KS, Gammon is a graduate of Pittsburg State University where he helped lead the Gorillas to the 1991 NCAA Division II National Football Championship. While at Pitt State, Gammon was named an All-American football player. He resides in Overland Park with his family.
