Kevin Johnson Coming for a Visit

Archie Bunker · 01:11 AM

http://www.kansascity.com/mld/kansas...s/11319912.htm

CHIEFS NOTEBOOK

Ravens receiver Johnson to visit

By ADAM TEICHER

The Kansas City Star

The Chiefs' meeting with Kevin Johnson, postponed from last month, was scheduled to begin with the free-agent wide receiver's arrival in Kansas City today.

Johnson represents the Chiefs' best chance to improve at wide receiver through free agency. They may also select a receiver in an early round of the draft later this month.

The Chiefs have long been interested in Johnson. They tried to trade for him when he was with Cleveland three years ago.

Johnson then was coming off a career-best season when he caught 84 passes for 1,097 yards and scored nine touchdowns. His numbers have since dropped, and he moved from the Browns to Jacksonville and Baltimore.

He had a career-low 35 catches last season, though even that led the passing-challenged Ravens.

“We're just taking a look right now,” Chiefs coach Dick Vermeil said. “I'm just curious as to why he can't stay on a roster. He's been a productive player.”

The Chiefs would like to add at least one more player to their receiving mix. Starters Eddie Kennison and Johnnie Morton are over 30. Samie Parker played well toward the end of his rookie season, but the Chiefs aren't convinced he's ready to be a full-time player.

The other leading receiving candidates are Dante Hall, Chris Horn and Marc Boerigter, who is coming off a knee injury that cost him all of last season.

“You always want to try to upgrade everything you do, including the players you coach,” Vermeil said. “You can say we're comfortable with our wide receivers, but in this business you don't know which guy is going to get hurt or which guy is all of a sudden not going to be as good as he was because he's getting older.”

• PUNTER WORKS OUT: The Chiefs' search for training camp competition for punter Nick Murphy led them Tuesday to veteran Chris Mohr, who worked out at Arrowhead Stadium.

Mohr, 38, is a 15-year veteran with Tampa Bay, Buffalo and Atlanta. Mohr is known for his towering punts that are easy to cover. The Falcons last year allowed the fewest punt return yards in the NFL.

Uncle_Ted · 04-06-2005, 02:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Archie Bunker

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“We're just taking a look right now,” Chiefs coach Dick Vermeil said. “I'm just curious as to why he can't stay on a roster. He's been a productive player.”
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• PUNTER WORKS OUT: The Chiefs' search for training camp competition for punter Nick Murphy led them Tuesday to veteran Chris Mohr, who worked out at Arrowhead Stadium.

Mohr, 38, is a 15-year veteran with Tampa Bay, Buffalo and Atlanta. Mohr is known for his towering punts that are easy to cover. The Falcons last year allowed the fewest punt return yards in the NFL.

1. That's a great recruiting strategy DV ... "we're bringing you here to figure out why no one wants you". That said, I think he would be an improvement over Morton.

2. DAMMIT Carl

Sign Mohr now!!!

big nasty kcnut · 04-06-2005, 02:08 AM

Well johnson is a good wr but will he be able to handle the pressure of not being the main guy

tk13 · 04-06-2005, 02:10 AM

Good news on the punter front for sure... Murphy did punt fairly well at the end of the year, so I wouldn't just drop him yet. He was very impressive in Arrowhead, on Christmas Day no less.

Chan93lx50 · 04-06-2005, 05:54 AM

Johnson would be a definate improvement over Morton, so I am on board with this

dave0320 · 04-06-2005, 06:03 AM

Sign this guy today Carl and trade Morton to the Donks.

King_Chief_Fan · 04-06-2005, 06:06 AM

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Originally Posted by kcnut

Well johnson is a good wr but will he be able to handle the pressure of not being the main guy

I doubt it............sigining him makes me think of when we signed Morton.

**The Bad Guy** · 04-06-2005, 06:22 AM

Why are we bothering with Mohr? He's like Stryzinski, another Atlanta punter who had towering punts, great hangtime, and no return yards - until he came to KC and left the friendly confines of a dome.

trndobrd · 04-06-2005, 06:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Archie Bunker

Johnson represents the Chiefs' best chance to improve at wide receiver through free agency. They may also select a receiver in an early round of the draft later this month.

Oh wouldn't that be peachy. Finally, someone to come in and compete for the "big reciever bust" slots currently held by Sylvester Morris and Snoop Minnis.

Kylo Ren · 04-06-2005, 06:53 AM

Kennison
Johnson
Boerigter
Parker
Hill
Hall

bkkcoh · 04-06-2005, 06:58 AM

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Originally Posted by The Bad Guy

Why are we bothering with Mohr? He's like Stryzinski, another Atlanta punter who had towering punts, great hangtime, and no return yards - until he came to KC and left the friendly confines of a dome.

I would seriously like to know why KC punters seem to have a difficult time. Is it the conditions inside Arrowhead? Swirling winds, swirlies, what is it. Do opponents punters seem to have the same issues? IIRC, our punters also have issues on the road, but not as bad?

tomahawk kid · 04-06-2005, 06:59 AM

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Originally Posted by trndobrd

Oh wouldn't that be peachy. Finally, someone to come in and compete for the "big reciever bust" slots currently held by Sylvester Morris and Snoop Minnis.

That why KJ looks all the more appealing.

Duck Dog · 04-06-2005, 07:00 AM

Oh goodie, Carl's bringing in a receiver to compete with Hill for that special teams slot.

StcChief · 04-06-2005, 07:12 AM

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Originally Posted by The Bad Guy

Why are we bothering with Mohr? He's like Stryzinski, another Atlanta punter who had towering punts, great hangtime, and no return yards - until he came to KC and left the friendly confines of a dome.

Exactly. Dome players seem to slide once out of the friendly confines.

He's 38???? Find some one young to compete with Murphy.

Gaz · 04-06-2005, 07:19 AM

I see no downside to this.

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04-06-2005, 01:06 AM
Archie Bunker The Wait Is Over Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Random Small Town Casino cash: $-701022	Kevin Johnson Coming for a Visit http://www.kansascity.com/mld/kansas...s/11319912.htm CHIEFS NOTEBOOK Ravens receiver Johnson to visit By ADAM TEICHER The Kansas City Star The Chiefs' meeting with Kevin Johnson, postponed from last month, was scheduled to begin with the free-agent wide receiver's arrival in Kansas City today. Johnson represents the Chiefs' best chance to improve at wide receiver through free agency. They may also select a receiver in an early round of the draft later this month. The Chiefs have long been interested in Johnson. They tried to trade for him when he was with Cleveland three years ago. Johnson then was coming off a career-best season when he caught 84 passes for 1,097 yards and scored nine touchdowns. His numbers have since dropped, and he moved from the Browns to Jacksonville and Baltimore. He had a career-low 35 catches last season, though even that led the passing-challenged Ravens. “We're just taking a look right now,” Chiefs coach Dick Vermeil said. “I'm just curious as to why he can't stay on a roster. He's been a productive player.” The Chiefs would like to add at least one more player to their receiving mix. Starters Eddie Kennison and Johnnie Morton are over 30. Samie Parker played well toward the end of his rookie season, but the Chiefs aren't convinced he's ready to be a full-time player. The other leading receiving candidates are Dante Hall, Chris Horn and Marc Boerigter, who is coming off a knee injury that cost him all of last season. “You always want to try to upgrade everything you do, including the players you coach,” Vermeil said. “You can say we're comfortable with our wide receivers, but in this business you don't know which guy is going to get hurt or which guy is all of a sudden not going to be as good as he was because he's getting older.” • PUNTER WORKS OUT: The Chiefs' search for training camp competition for punter Nick Murphy led them Tuesday to veteran Chris Mohr, who worked out at Arrowhead Stadium. Mohr, 38, is a 15-year veteran with Tampa Bay, Buffalo and Atlanta. Mohr is known for his towering punts that are easy to cover. The Falcons last year allowed the fewest punt return yards in the NFL. Last edited by Archie Bunker; 04-06-2005 at 01:11 AM..
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