Teicher: Chiefs Notebook 3/30

Wile_E_Coyote · 03-30-2006, 09:31 AM

CHIEFS NOTEBOOK

Edwards wouldn’t mind holding camp in KC

By ADAM TEICHER

The Kansas City Star

ORLANDO, Fla. — Though he’s yet to lead the Chiefs through training camp for the first time, Herm Edwards knows his way around the campus at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls. The Chiefs trained in Wisconsin while Edwards was an assistant coach and scout in the early 1990s.

The Chiefs are committed to holding Edwards’ first camp as head coach in River Falls. Beyond that, he might prefer the Chiefs stay closer to home.

“(Fifteen) years later, it’s probably getting a little old for everybody,” Edwards said. “It was a good situation when all of those other teams were up there. I think it’s changed a little bit because more teams are staying close to home.”

Chiefs president/general manager Carl Peterson is aware of how Edwards feels. The Chiefs hold a series of one-year options to hold camp in River Falls through 2010.

“Quite frankly, how this election goes on April 4 has some impact on the decision we make with training camp,” Peterson said, referring to the vote to renovate Arrowhead Stadium and construct a rolling roof. “I’m certainly not opposed to bringing training camp back to Missouri.”

Harrington update

Quarterback Joey Harrington, soon to be exiled from Detroit, is making his first couple of visits to Miami and Cincinnati. Peterson indicated the Chiefs have yet to schedule a time for Harrington to interview in Kansas City.

“We’ll have that sorted out by the end of next week,” Peterson said. “I want to see what the quarterbacks in the draft look like.”

Peterson said he was disappointed in the asking price by Harrington’s agent, indicating Harrington wants 2006 compensation equal to the $8.5 million he is scheduled to make with the Lions.

“I don’t think that’s realistic,” Peterson said. “That’s about what we’re paying Trent Green.”

Preseason schedule

The Chiefs learned Wednesday they will begin their preseason schedule with a game against the Texans in Houston. A specific date hasn’t been set, but the game will be played between Aug. 10 and Aug. 14.

The Chiefs preseason continues with a nationally televised game against the Giants on Aug. 17 in New York. The 7 p.m. game will be shown on Fox.

Home preseason games against St. Louis and New Orleans will follow. Dates haven’t been set, but the Rams game will fall between Aug. 24 and Aug. 28 and the Saints game between Aug. 31 and Sept. 2.

Horn gone

The Chiefs lost another receiver when Chris Horn agreed to a two-year deal with New Orleans on Wednesday.

Law watch

The Chiefs haven’t dismissed the idea of signing veteran free-agent cornerback Ty Law, but Peterson indicated his acquisition would happen after the late April draft — if it happens at all.

“It begins and maybe it ends with Ty Law and whether he wants another big contract,” Peterson said. “We’re not going to do that.”

The Star’s Elizabeth Merrill contributed to this report.

ct · 03-30-2006, 09:34 AM

I like the idea of holding Ty Law at bay, see what we can get in the draft. Honestly, this pretty much assures me we will draft a CB fairly high, then still approach Law with a low$ contract, since we would have some leverage.

**Bowser** · 03-30-2006, 09:35 AM

Carl really relishes this self made tough S.O.B. thing, doesn't he?

And Chris Horn to the Saints? Interesting.

StcChief · 03-30-2006, 09:46 AM

Horn / Bo gone.

Now we have the midget's left to throw the ball.

KingPriest2 · 03-30-2006, 09:51 AM

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Originally Posted by nm_dbf

Horn / Bo gone.

Now we have the midget's left to throw the ball.

He is 5-11 small really

**HemiEd** · 03-30-2006, 09:54 AM

Why does the training camp location have anything to do with the election results? Is that something people want in Jackson Co. for them to train at Arrowhead?

ROYC75 · 03-30-2006, 10:07 AM

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Originally Posted by HemiEd

Why does the training camp location have anything to do with the election results? Is that something people want in Jackson Co. for them to train at Arrowhead?

Money spent here, not there.

Most Players / coaches being home here, instead of gone.

Would you rather drive to Arrowhead with the roof over, ( shaded , not enclosed ) or drive to River Falls and spend more $$$.

nmt1 · 03-30-2006, 10:08 AM

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Originally Posted by HemiEd

Why does the training camp location have anything to do with the election results? Is that something people want in Jackson Co. for them to train at Arrowhead?

I think it means that if the tax increases are passed, they will build TC facilities in KC and use them instead of go to River Falls.

**HemiEd** · 03-30-2006, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by nmt1

I think it means that if the tax increases are passed, they will build TC facilities in KC and use them instead of go to River Falls.

Thanks, this is the first I had heard of this. I thought the main reason they went "UP North" was less temperate weather.

nmt1 · 03-30-2006, 10:14 AM

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Originally Posted by HemiEd

Thanks, this is the first I had heard of this. I thought the main reason they went "UP North" was less temperate weather.

I thought they went up there because of the weather and the availability of other teams to practice with. I don't know for a fact that they will build new TC facilities...just my guess.

jspchief · 03-30-2006, 09:55 AM

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Originally Posted by nm_dbf

Horn / Bo gone.

Now we have the midget's left to throw the ball.

Yea, we're going to miss the 26 catches for 300 yards combined from those two. How will we ever replace that kind of production?

We'll also miss Chris Horn's 5' 11" height advantage.

**Gonzo** · 03-30-2006, 10:06 AM

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Originally Posted by jspchief

Yea, we're going to miss the 26 catches for 300 yards combined from those two. How will we ever replace that kind of production?

We'll also miss Chris Horn's 5' 11" height advantage.

Wile_E_Coyote · 03-30-2006, 09:48 AM

“Quite frankly, how this election goes on April 4 has some impact on the decision we make with training camp,” Peterson said, referring to the vote to renovate Arrowhead Stadium and construct a rolling roof. “I’m certainly not opposed to bringing training camp back to Missouri.”

- quite frankly, I don't follow what you're saying

**Gonzo** · 03-30-2006, 09:53 AM

“Quite frankly, how this election goes on April 4 has some impact on the decision we make with training camp,” Peterson said, referring to the vote to renovate Arrowhead Stadium and construct a rolling roof. “I’m certainly not opposed to bringing training camp back to Missouri.”

--- That would be a shame. River Falls gets a lot of $$$$ in tourisim during training camp. They love having the Chiefs there. I went a couple years ago on my way to Canada and was treated very well.

ct · 03-30-2006, 09:52 AM

$ invested in Arrowhead complex = KC area training camp

03-30-2006, 09:31 AM	Topic Starter
Wile_E_Coyote avatar down for remodel Join Date: Jul 2001 Casino cash: $10004900	Teicher: Chiefs Notebook 3/30 CHIEFS NOTEBOOK Edwards wouldn’t mind holding camp in KC By ADAM TEICHER The Kansas City Star ORLANDO, Fla. — Though he’s yet to lead the Chiefs through training camp for the first time, Herm Edwards knows his way around the campus at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls. The Chiefs trained in Wisconsin while Edwards was an assistant coach and scout in the early 1990s. The Chiefs are committed to holding Edwards’ first camp as head coach in River Falls. Beyond that, he might prefer the Chiefs stay closer to home. “(Fifteen) years later, it’s probably getting a little old for everybody,” Edwards said. “It was a good situation when all of those other teams were up there. I think it’s changed a little bit because more teams are staying close to home.” Chiefs president/general manager Carl Peterson is aware of how Edwards feels. The Chiefs hold a series of one-year options to hold camp in River Falls through 2010. “Quite frankly, how this election goes on April 4 has some impact on the decision we make with training camp,” Peterson said, referring to the vote to renovate Arrowhead Stadium and construct a rolling roof. “I’m certainly not opposed to bringing training camp back to Missouri.” Harrington update Quarterback Joey Harrington, soon to be exiled from Detroit, is making his first couple of visits to Miami and Cincinnati. Peterson indicated the Chiefs have yet to schedule a time for Harrington to interview in Kansas City. “We’ll have that sorted out by the end of next week,” Peterson said. “I want to see what the quarterbacks in the draft look like.” Peterson said he was disappointed in the asking price by Harrington’s agent, indicating Harrington wants 2006 compensation equal to the $8.5 million he is scheduled to make with the Lions. “I don’t think that’s realistic,” Peterson said. “That’s about what we’re paying Trent Green.” Preseason schedule The Chiefs learned Wednesday they will begin their preseason schedule with a game against the Texans in Houston. A specific date hasn’t been set, but the game will be played between Aug. 10 and Aug. 14. The Chiefs preseason continues with a nationally televised game against the Giants on Aug. 17 in New York. The 7 p.m. game will be shown on Fox. Home preseason games against St. Louis and New Orleans will follow. Dates haven’t been set, but the Rams game will fall between Aug. 24 and Aug. 28 and the Saints game between Aug. 31 and Sept. 2. Horn gone The Chiefs lost another receiver when Chris Horn agreed to a two-year deal with New Orleans on Wednesday. Law watch The Chiefs haven’t dismissed the idea of signing veteran free-agent cornerback Ty Law, but Peterson indicated his acquisition would happen after the late April draft — if it happens at all. “It begins and maybe it ends with Ty Law and whether he wants another big contract,” Peterson said. “We’re not going to do that.” The Star’s Elizabeth Merrill contributed to this report.
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Wile_E_Coyote avatar down for remodel Join Date: Jul 2001 Casino cash: $10004900	“Quite frankly, how this election goes on April 4 has some impact on the decision we make with training camp,” Peterson said, referring to the vote to renovate Arrowhead Stadium and construct a rolling roof. “I’m certainly not opposed to bringing training camp back to Missouri.” - quite frankly, I don't follow what you're saying
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