Chiefs Agree with Harris - Page 3

nychief · 03-06-2007, 12:10 PM

Chiefs agree to terms with free-agent LB Harris
By ADAM TEICHER The Kansas City Star

The Chiefs and unrestricted free agent linebacker Napoleon Harris agreed to terms this morning on a six-year contract.

Financial details were unavailable. Some still were being finalized.

The Chiefs plan to use Harris, a five-year NFL veteran with the Raiders and Vikings, as their starting middle linebacker. He would replace Kawika Mitchell, an unrestricted free agent.

The Chiefs may try to re-sign Mitchell, who has yet to make any free-agent visits. The Chiefs were discussing whether to move Mitchell to outside linebacker even before they signed Harris.

The 6-feet-2, 255-pound Harris was Oakland’s first-round draft pick in 2002. He went to the Vikings in the trade that sent Randy Moss to Oakland.

He visited with Tampa Bay before arriving for his visit in Kansas City.

For more on this story, see Wednesday’s editions of Sports Daily.

**dirk digler** · 03-06-2007, 12:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Brock

I can't believe how much they overspent for this guy.

Thanks Mecca

**Bowser** · 03-06-2007, 12:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Sam Hall

Here comes the false hope in 3, 2, 1...

Print 'em.

RedThat · 03-06-2007, 12:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Iowanian

Minn was very tough vs the run last year, has an excellent Dline and has spent some high draft picks on LBs the past couple of seasons. I think those young LBs are the reason Minn found him expendable.

I think part of the reason, well actually a big reason, why they were great against the run last year was Pat Williams.

Archie Bunker · 03-06-2007, 12:28 PM

I love this move. I have been a Harris homer since his days at Northwestern and I am excited to see him in the red and gold.

He is an upgrade at either MLB or OLB depending on what is done the rest of the offseason

Great start to the offseason.

ChiefsCountry · 03-06-2007, 12:29 PM

Chiefs have made two solid free agent signings. Nothing to make ESPN headlines or break the bank, fill a couple of holes. Harris is still young enough that it wont hurt the youth movement.

BIG_DADDY · 03-06-2007, 12:29 PM

It just doesn't matter. Herm is still coaching right?

Chiefs Pantalones · 03-06-2007, 12:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Archie Bunker

I love this move. I have been a Harris homer since his days at Northwestern and I am excited to see him in the red and gold.

He is an upgrade at either MLB or OLB depending on what is done the rest of the offseason

Great start to the offseason.

FORGIV THYE' HARRIS, HE KNOWETH KNOT WAHT HE DOZ. HE IS TEH SORY FOR PLAYNG WITH DA RADIERS, HE WIL STOPP UNDERACHEVING WITH DA CHEIFS!!111!!

crazycoffey · 03-06-2007, 12:30 PM

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Originally Posted by lj4mvp

Seems consensus from reading is that Harris is very, very good against the run and can seriously get after the passer but needs a little work in the coverage area.

I want to know the money, he should cost us less than KM would have and even if his coverage came under question with vik fans last year, I am sure he's better than KM at the pass, I have a buddy that's a vik fan and from what I've watched of him.

I noticed earlier that last year he had more sacks and more INT's than mitchell (double even - 1.5/1 for KM and 3/2 for Harris

) But he's taller and better for our scheme than KM.

where's the youtube experts at? Lets see some film on Harris.

yeah, NH caused two fumbles and KM did not cause any.

I've said it, not a huge upgrade, but an upgrade, and shouldn't kill our cap either.

nychief · 03-06-2007, 12:31 PM

NOW we need a real DT to stick in there.

Skyy God · 03-06-2007, 12:32 PM

Here's actual analysis, as opposed to Mecca's whining....

http://vikings.kfan.com/sports/nflgu...2-6EC6F2731A31

Napoleon Harris – Final Stats:
Solo – 71 / Ast. – 25 / Total – 96 / Sacks – 2.5 / INTs – 3 / TFL – 7 / FF – 2 / FR – 0

If Henderson’s performance was the most impressive among Vikings defenders, then Harris’ resurgence was the easily the most surprising in 2006.

Hounded by nagging injuries ever since his best year in 2003 when he was a member of the Oakland Raiders, Harris had quickly fallen out of favor with most Vikings fans after a disappointing 2005 campaign.

Even after Harris showed signs of life during training camp, most people figured he would fall flat once again. But Tomlin showed faith and confidence in Harris’ veteran leadership and handed him the responsibility of playing the middle spot in his “Tampa-2” defense.

As he did with most of the defense, Tomlin seemed to bring out the best in Harris and the fifth-year player responded with a very good season.

In week 2 Harris had one of his best games in a nail-biting win over the Panthers, racking up a season-high 12 tackles and a sack, the first of what would be a career-high in the sack department.

Harris continued his solid play throughout the season, despite being sidelined for two games due to injury. Harris showed toughness that many felt he did not have when he returned after the two weeks sporting a cast on his injured arm. In fact he was able to pick off two passes despite the injury, giving him three interceptions on the year.

Like Henderson, Harris sprinted down the stretch, totaling 30 tackles, a sack and two forced fumbles in the final three games of the season.

Under contract through 2008, Harris should continue to be a key piece in the Vikings’ defensive puzzle. He may see a bit of a diminished role however depending on how injured rookie Chad Greenway returns from a torn ACL.

Regardless of what his role is, Harris should continue to provide leadership and play-making ability for a defense that has become the strength of the Vikings.

Archie Bunker · 03-06-2007, 12:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Vanilla Thunder

FORGIV THYE' HARRIS, HE KNOWETH KNOT WAHT HE DOZ. HE IS TEH SORY FOR PLAYNG WITH DA RADIERS, HE WIL STOPP UNDERACHEVING WITH DA CHEIFS!!111!!

I will temper my excitement.

Mecca · 03-06-2007, 12:32 PM

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Originally Posted by dirk digler

Thanks Mecca

........It's fine as long as the contract is reasonable.

Mr. Laz · 03-06-2007, 12:33 PM

sign donnie or mitchell for MLB and put Harris at SOLB?

Mecca · 03-06-2007, 12:34 PM

Harris has ALWAYS been a MLB, if Edwards were to sign he'd be the weak side OLB. And Mitchell isn't coming back.

Chiefs Pantalones · 03-06-2007, 12:34 PM

Most of the playmakers anymore are 3-4 rushers, I think sometime within the next century we need to change to a 3-4 and get some hybrid QB crushers on our team, ala the Chargers.

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nychief MVP Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: NYC Casino cash: $5359466	Chiefs Agree with Harris Chiefs agree to terms with free-agent LB Harris By ADAM TEICHER The Kansas City Star The Chiefs and unrestricted free agent linebacker Napoleon Harris agreed to terms this morning on a six-year contract. Financial details were unavailable. Some still were being finalized. The Chiefs plan to use Harris, a five-year NFL veteran with the Raiders and Vikings, as their starting middle linebacker. He would replace Kawika Mitchell, an unrestricted free agent. The Chiefs may try to re-sign Mitchell, who has yet to make any free-agent visits. The Chiefs were discussing whether to move Mitchell to outside linebacker even before they signed Harris. The 6-feet-2, 255-pound Harris was Oakland’s first-round draft pick in 2002. He went to the Vikings in the trade that sent Randy Moss to Oakland. He visited with Tampa Bay before arriving for his visit in Kansas City. For more on this story, see Wednesday’s editions of Sports Daily.
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03-06-2007, 12:28 PM	#34
Archie Bunker The Wait Is Over Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Random Small Town Casino cash: $-701022	I love this move. I have been a Harris homer since his days at Northwestern and I am excited to see him in the red and gold. He is an upgrade at either MLB or OLB depending on what is done the rest of the offseason Great start to the offseason.
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ChiefsCountry The Insider Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Lake of the Ozarks Casino cash: $-1591248	Chiefs have made two solid free agent signings. Nothing to make ESPN headlines or break the bank, fill a couple of holes. Harris is still young enough that it wont hurt the youth movement.
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03-06-2007, 12:32 PM	#40
Skyy God 11-5, baby Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Livin the dream Casino cash: $2191557	Here's actual analysis, as opposed to Mecca's whining.... http://vikings.kfan.com/sports/nflgu...2-6EC6F2731A31 Napoleon Harris – Final Stats: Solo – 71 / Ast. – 25 / Total – 96 / Sacks – 2.5 / INTs – 3 / TFL – 7 / FF – 2 / FR – 0 If Henderson’s performance was the most impressive among Vikings defenders, then Harris’ resurgence was the easily the most surprising in 2006. Hounded by nagging injuries ever since his best year in 2003 when he was a member of the Oakland Raiders, Harris had quickly fallen out of favor with most Vikings fans after a disappointing 2005 campaign. Even after Harris showed signs of life during training camp, most people figured he would fall flat once again. But Tomlin showed faith and confidence in Harris’ veteran leadership and handed him the responsibility of playing the middle spot in his “Tampa-2” defense. As he did with most of the defense, Tomlin seemed to bring out the best in Harris and the fifth-year player responded with a very good season. In week 2 Harris had one of his best games in a nail-biting win over the Panthers, racking up a season-high 12 tackles and a sack, the first of what would be a career-high in the sack department. Harris continued his solid play throughout the season, despite being sidelined for two games due to injury. Harris showed toughness that many felt he did not have when he returned after the two weeks sporting a cast on his injured arm. In fact he was able to pick off two passes despite the injury, giving him three interceptions on the year. Like Henderson, Harris sprinted down the stretch, totaling 30 tackles, a sack and two forced fumbles in the final three games of the season. Under contract through 2008, Harris should continue to be a key piece in the Vikings’ defensive puzzle. He may see a bit of a diminished role however depending on how injured rookie Chad Greenway returns from a torn ACL. Regardless of what his role is, Harris should continue to provide leadership and play-making ability for a defense that has become the strength of the Vikings.
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