Johnson close to deal with Chiefs - per Trenton Times - Page 2

chief4life · 11:08 AM

Free-agent wide receiver Kevin Johnson, the former Hamilton High standout, spent yesterday in Kansas City talking with the Chiefs top personnel people and could be close to a deal with the team.

Johnson, who opted out of his contract with the Baltimore Ravens last month, flew home last night, but was hopeful a contract with the Chiefs could get done possibly as soon as today.

"Things went well," Johnson said from the Kansas City airport. "I like it here. It's a good organization with good people. I'm hoping things work out."

Johnson's agent, Tom Condon, is based in Kansas City and will talk to the Chiefs today.

If Johnson, who led the Ravens in receptions last year with 35 (a career-low for him) signs with the Chiefs he would join another Mercer County native, Gary Stills, on the roster. It would mark the first time two players from Mercer County played for the same NFL team.

this is coming from http://www.nj.com/sports/times/index...4790758741.xml
I hope we get him that will be great for are offense

Archie Bunker · 04-08-2005, 10:28 AM

Johnson is an updrade IMO. Look at the quarterbacks he has had to play with Couch, Holcomb, Boller, etc. In this offense I truly believe he can regain he 80+ catch form.

KJ has great hands from everything I have read and is still only 28 yrs old.

I believe he will be what the Chiefs were looking for when they brought in Morton.

**the Talking Can** · 04-08-2005, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by beavis

He's 29... how old is Morton?

33-34...i think

HC_Chief · 04-08-2005, 10:55 AM

Kevin Johnson, as a replacement for pillow-biter = good signing.
Kevin Johnson, as our addition to the WR corps = meh signing.
Kevin Johnson, as the only WR move this off-season =

TRR · 04-08-2005, 10:58 AM

Your high if you don't think Kevin Johnson is an upgrade over Johnnie Morton. KJ will equal or better Morton's production, is younger, cheaper, and will not fake an injury to get out of training camp. Morton won't even come to spring workouts. He's at home, "working out."

Johnnie Morton is a real prick. I met him in person, and instantly lost respect for the guy.

WilliamTheIrish · 04-08-2005, 11:12 AM

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Originally Posted by siberian khatru

Just so long as he's not a metrosexual.

That's the reason Morton felt so comfortable getting stripped from behind by opposing CB's. He thought it was foreplay.

TEX · 04-08-2005, 11:13 AM

If this happen, I'll be very happy. Johnson can play and would instantly upgrade our WR's. Shoot, I'd even keep Morton, but only IF he takes less money.

Archie Bunker · 04-08-2005, 11:17 AM

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Originally Posted by WilliamTheIrish

That's the reason Morton felt so comfortable getting stripped from behind by opposing CB's. He thought it was foreplay.

I don't care who you are thats funny

AirForceChief · 04-08-2005, 11:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Kyle401

He's only an upgrade if he comes cheaper. Does anyone know Morton's salary for 2005-06?

I thought I read around 3 Mil...

whoman69 · 04-08-2005, 11:21 AM

He certainly made the coaches in Cleveland happy

He better be cheap because I certainly don't expect much out of him. We have younger, more athletic guys waiting in the wings. DV needs to get over his obsession that he needs a veteran at every position. This isn't the old days where he and Allen could field the over the hill gang.

**Bob Dole** · 04-08-2005, 11:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Kyle401

He's only an upgrade if he comes cheaper. Does anyone know Morton's salary for 2005-06?

2002 650000.00
2003 1250000.00
2004 2500000.00
2005 3000000.00
2006 3500000.00
2007 4000000.00
2008 5000000.00

**CosmicPal** · 04-08-2005, 11:23 AM

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Originally Posted by whoman69

He certainly made the coaches in Cleveland happy

He better be cheap because I certainly don't expect much out of him. We have younger, more athletic guys waiting in the wings. DV needs to get over his obsession that he needs a veteran at every position. This isn't the old days where he and Allen could field the over the hill gang.

As much as I agree, Shottenheimer was worse. Sh*t, you couldn't see the field unless you were nearing retirement with him.

tomahawk kid · 04-08-2005, 11:35 AM

The article itself reaks of speculation.

htismaqe · 04-08-2005, 11:41 AM

Morton is scheduled to make $3M this year and the rest of his pro-rated bonus isn't chump change either.

Johnson can play - no he's not spectacular, but he can HANG ONTO THE BALL.

This gives us much more freedom in the draft. In fact, it allows us to give up the 2nd if we absolutely have to to get Surtain.

1punkyQB · 04-08-2005, 11:55 AM

Why not? Could be another Kennison. He and Priest were certainly utilized better after coming here, and Kennison's attitude was questioned too.

htismaqe · 04-08-2005, 12:00 PM

I also not worried about the fact he only caught 35 balls last year.

He LED THE TEAM.

That's indicative of a problem with the Ravens offense, and their lack of a QB...

04-08-2005, 09:42 AM
chief4life Brad Henson Productions Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Overland Park, KS Casino cash: $9548502	Johnson close to deal with Chiefs - per Trenton Times Free-agent wide receiver Kevin Johnson, the former Hamilton High standout, spent yesterday in Kansas City talking with the Chiefs top personnel people and could be close to a deal with the team. Johnson, who opted out of his contract with the Baltimore Ravens last month, flew home last night, but was hopeful a contract with the Chiefs could get done possibly as soon as today. "Things went well," Johnson said from the Kansas City airport. "I like it here. It's a good organization with good people. I'm hoping things work out." Johnson's agent, Tom Condon, is based in Kansas City and will talk to the Chiefs today. If Johnson, who led the Ravens in receptions last year with 35 (a career-low for him) signs with the Chiefs he would join another Mercer County native, Gary Stills, on the roster. It would mark the first time two players from Mercer County played for the same NFL team. this is coming from http://www.nj.com/sports/times/index...4790758741.xml I hope we get him that will be great for are offense Last edited by chief4life; 04-08-2005 at 11:08 AM..
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04-08-2005, 10:28 AM	#16
Archie Bunker The Wait Is Over Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Random Small Town Casino cash: $1628978	Johnson is an updrade IMO. Look at the quarterbacks he has had to play with Couch, Holcomb, Boller, etc. In this offense I truly believe he can regain he 80+ catch form. KJ has great hands from everything I have read and is still only 28 yrs old. I believe he will be what the Chiefs were looking for when they brought in Morton.
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04-08-2005, 10:55 AM	#18
HC_Chief That's just f***in' stupid Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: suburbia Casino cash: $3687107	Kevin Johnson, as a replacement for pillow-biter = good signing. Kevin Johnson, as our addition to the WR corps = meh signing. Kevin Johnson, as the only WR move this off-season = __________________ "Gentlemen, you can't fight in here, this is the war room!"
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04-08-2005, 10:58 AM	#19
TRR The Priest and I Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: CO Casino cash: $9870185	Your high if you don't think Kevin Johnson is an upgrade over Johnnie Morton. KJ will equal or better Morton's production, is younger, cheaper, and will not fake an injury to get out of training camp. Morton won't even come to spring workouts. He's at home, "working out." Johnnie Morton is a real prick. I met him in person, and instantly lost respect for the guy.
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TEX Out Gunning CP's Fandom Police Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Laguna Beach, CA Casino cash: $1913127	If this happen, I'll be very happy. Johnson can play and would instantly upgrade our WR's. Shoot, I'd even keep Morton, but only IF he takes less money. __________________ "The CHIEFS, HAVE THEIR DYNASTY!"
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04-08-2005, 11:35 AM	#27
tomahawk kid Drunk in the Neighborhood Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Beating the War Drums Casino cash: $10001837	The article itself reaks of speculation.
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04-08-2005, 11:41 AM	#28
htismaqe 'Tis my eye! Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Chiefsplanet Casino cash: $10269900	Morton is scheduled to make $3M this year and the rest of his pro-rated bonus isn't chump change either. Johnson can play - no he's not spectacular, but he can HANG ONTO THE BALL. This gives us much more freedom in the draft. In fact, it allows us to give up the 2nd if we absolutely have to to get Surtain.
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1punkyQB Starter Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Virginia Casino cash: $10004900	Why not? Could be another Kennison. He and Priest were certainly utilized better after coming here, and Kennison's attitude was questioned too.
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04-08-2005, 12:00 PM	#30
htismaqe 'Tis my eye! Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Chiefsplanet Casino cash: $10269900	I also not worried about the fact he only caught 35 balls last year. He LED THE TEAM. That's indicative of a problem with the Ravens offense, and their lack of a QB...
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