Adam Caplan Corrections

Eric Parker, what's up with our interest?

Adam Caplan: CM: As we've detailed for a while, there's a big need there because of the Jurevicius injury. There are a decent amount of teams that can use Parker though.

BS. Kevin Kasper still holds Iowa recieving records for most receptions and most receptions in a season. He's a larger version of Brian Brennan. His NFL history lists a bunch of teams, and his NFL stats are unimpressive. This is all Adam needs to start shoveling dirt into a premature grave. He may be coming into his own. Stand by.

Travis Wilson has made great strides, and approximates JJ. Adam is incapable of believing a rookie can fill a role unless he's a first round pick or is already doing it.



Adam, any idea of contract dollar amounts for rookies?

Adam Caplan: BR: Yes, I already gave Barry the Hall deal, the rest will be posted tomorrow.

Adam, are you concerned about JJ not returning at all?

Adam Caplan: BR: I would be at this point because of all the work done on that knee.

Huge loss if that is the case

Huge overstatement.

Adam Caplan: BR: No question but Parker, if they sign him, is an excellent slot WR.

Adam, not sure if you know but what's the reason behind an active list and an inactive list during the season? What was the reasoning behind not allowing teams to use the entire roster?

Adam Caplan: GREG: The NFL explained that to me a few years ago, kind of too detailed for this room. But it could be brought up in the new CBA talks.Adam Caplan: And don't forget they used to name the inactives on Friday's

ok, thanks... never made sense.. I always assumed it had to do with contracts

Adam Caplan: GREG: I still think it's wrong though as is the 80-man limitAdam Caplan: should be over 90

how much has Chud opened up the playbook this year?

Adam Caplan: LU: I think you'll see Harrison in more, Wilson, if he makes it, get some plays on third downs

Has Harrison improved any? He showed flashes , and we do need that kind of speed

Adam Caplan: CK: Yes, they're are happy with his progress.

Harrison needed to work on pass-catching. He never needed improvement as a ballcarrier. He didn't show flashes. He performed. Are you blind?

Any word on Law or Youboty?

Adam Caplan: PAZ: Nothing new on the CB frontAdam Caplan: My expectation is, as it has been for a while, that they get one in by middle of next month

IF one is cheap, and IF they really need one.

Adam, any word on how Tucker is progressing?

Adam Caplan: LU: The expectation is he won't be practicing until late next month

Where will Favre end up?

BROWNS questions, please. Go tune in Farve radio. It's on 24/7 and you can quit clogging up this forum!

Adam Caplan: PAZ: The guess would be KC or TBAdam Caplan: if he does come backAdam Caplan: if he decides he wants to play, GB has to deal him

Hi Adam: your thoughts on the Bengals defense - no help at DT in the draft, and a revolving door at defensivecoordinator. I'm smelling disaster there.

Adam Caplan: DONO: I like the additions of Odom and RiversAdam Caplan: but it's still not a good defenseAdam Caplan: on paperAdam Caplan: Keep in mind they wanted Dorsey or Ellis and got neither

Yay!

Adam, would they have to redo contracts to get Parker or a CB?

Adam Caplan: BR: They can get him in

Adam, are the rams still interested in Bentley? any other callers?

Adam Caplan: LU: There's not really that much interest in Bentley other than for just over veteran minimum and some

<64superfan> Adam: If the Browns have to trade for a veteran CB, who could they move? (other than future draft picks)

Adam Caplan: 64: I don't see the depth where they could give up any player to be honest

Don't equate honesty with intelligence. Bell, Williams, Davis, Jackson, and Orr makes five. Davis can be traded. Also Darnell Dinkens, who will otherwise be released. What's up with you that you can't see depth here? Can you see depth in the Atlantic ocean?

Adam, will Henry get picked up by any team, seems like Bengals are done with him?

Who cares?

Adam Caplan: BR: Dallas or OaklandAdam Caplan: would be the guessesAdam Caplan: Anyone going to camp soon?:Adam Caplan: I'll be there on 8/12Adam Caplan: TuesdayAdam Caplan: last week of campAdam Caplan: which is the best time to be there

Adam so basically the Browns made the right call on Bentley?

Adam Caplan: HO: Yes.

<64superfan> Adam: Any teams long on veteran CBs who might take a flyer on a couple of developmental guys (TEs?) inexchange for excess CB?

Adam Caplan: 64: I could see some teams getting rid of excess CBs at the end of AugustAdam Caplan: but not really before then, that position is usualy the toughest to let go

Adam, what's the early word on the CBA? Any hope or are there too many Jerry Jones issues to make it happen?

Adam Caplan: GREG: Nah, the talk is the sense of urgency won't start until 2009

Adam, didn't they give you the memo that the Browns camp was the only one worth while and that youshould be there every day?

Adam Caplan: BR: If I only covered 1 team and not 32 I'd be there more

Adam, how seriously do you take your job as Polls Forum moderator?

Adam Caplan: BOB: I don't pay attention really, I just had Barry add me so I can post what's needed

Any chance of Ty Law?

Adam Caplan: CK: As I noted last month, Andre Dyson, Law make most sense based on scheme fit

thanks... just waiting to see what the most popular league is going to do to screw things up... :)

Adam Caplan: GREG: It could get very ugly before it gets settled, even uglier this timeAdam Caplan: the NFL won't get hosed this time around

<64superfan> Adam: What's your take on the battle for backup D linemen between Rubin, Leonard, Purcell and Pittman?

Adam Caplan: 64: I have to think two of them make it

Wow that took GUTS! Ok Louis Leonard has an excellent chance due to versatility and size. Rubin may have a problem because of him, Smith, and Rogers--all of whome can play nose tackle. Pittman and Purcells are stricly DE's, and Schaefering is going to challenge them. Schaefering played for Illinois at nose tackle and wasn't invited to the combine...we know what this means to Adam.

Adam, when do you see them changing the way they do rookie contracts? I really wish they would address this issue!

Adam Caplan: JIML: Next CBA and the thing is the veteran players are pissed off about it as well

Seems like Eric Parker is considered a must get at this point

Buy a clue! Another molehill named Everest! Winslow was used at WR, and it's a two-TE base offense. A third reciever WILL emerge. "Must get" somebody instead of Winslow, Rucker, Wilson, etc....clown.

Adam Caplan: GREG: For insurance, yes

Kevin Shaffer as a rt?

Adam Caplan: R: Upper halfAdam Caplan: which is good when you consider he didn't want to play there in the first place.

<64superfan> Adam: Eric Parker a good gamble in the slot if JJ is out?

Adam Caplan: 64: Yes, he does have an injury history though

Lito Shepherd going to get moved out of Philly?

Adam Caplan: GREG: Eagles aren't looking to deal him now, too late. Some team would have to knock them over to do it andagain, Sheppard wants a new deal.

Adam Caplan: not an extension

it weird that the right side is considered the run blocking side and they averaged a yard and a half less running that way last season

Adam Caplan: BR: Pass protection wise they were solid all around

Adam, did the Redskins actually get better with the trade for Taylor?

BROWNS BROWNS BROWNS

Adam Caplan: BR: Yes, probably based on the upgrade but even so, they have no depth at DE

<64superfan> Adam: I have heard that, in a pinch, Chud might be able to do some creative schemes while JJ is out. Forexample, Heiden at TE and K2 in the slot. What's your take on that?

Adam Caplan: 64: They don't need to change much actually. If Winslow or Edwards were out, that would be hard on them.Adam Caplan: But they use a lot of two-TE as it isAdam Caplan: in that scheme

DUH!

what are the chances Rucker could excel enough to get any playing time?

Adam Caplan: DOG: He's the third TE at best so I don't think he's going to do muchAdam Caplan: they will have a package probably where Rucker and Winslow play at the same time, that we could see himdoing something

They want to preserve and protect Winslow, so if the kid comes along well, he'll get more time later in the season. Adam assumes that Winslow will play until his legs fall off, but smart Coaches take care of their players.

Are we gonna see Kasper still in a Browns uniform come week 1?

Adam Caplan: BR: He actually could make it based on the problems at WRAdam Caplan: but if Wilson makes the team and JJ is there, that ends Kasper

Adam is once again mathematicly challenged. Edwards, Stallworth, JJ, Wilson is FOUR. Kasper is an excellent kick returner and probably a good special teamer in other roles, too. They could easily carry five wide recievers.

I just read Don Banks report on Ravens camp. He says Troy Smith likely the QB starter. Do you agree? Good news for us?

Adam Caplan: DON: I wrote almost two months ago that Smith had the edge based on what the coaches thought.Adam Caplan: But it could be a close race in the end with Flacco

<64superfan> Adam: If Rucker steps up in camp and preseason games, I would think Chud could set up some interestingscenarios with him and K2 in the game at the same time, no?

Adam Caplan: 64: That's what I just mentioned, you could see a few packages with both in the game for defenses to have ahard time adjusting to

Adam, did it surprise you that Ravens would not consider bringing in Farve?Adam Caplan: BR: They want to develop Flacco as soon as possible

adam what is your opinion on who will be starting at ILB?

Adam Caplan: BL: Jackson and Bell would be the early guess but we're a long way away of having an idea

What would happen with Andra Davis then Adam?

Adam Caplan: BLE: Bench or goneAdam Caplan: But then again, depth isn't great

Dumbass.

Adam, what teams are the front office people you talk to buzzing about this year?Adam Caplan: GREG: CLE, DAL, PHI, ARI of all teams, scary

Bell...really!! you think has a chance to make the starting lineup?

Adam Caplan: JIM: Sure, they want a physical downhill LB, he's that

Better believe it! He whacks people in the hole or their backfield. Williams and Jackson are a little faster, but Bell reacts as well as any linebacker. He'll make a big difference behind the new defensive line.

Whisenhunt's making progress... wasn't he on the Browns' staff under Belichick?

WHO CARES?

Adam Caplan: GREG: you might be right, don't recall.

Adam Caplan: They were 8-8 last year and that division is badAdam Caplan: BTW, I'll be at Vikings next Weds so the chat will be moved up to Monday at 9pm ET

Adam what do you think about Ryan Tucker going to pup as for now?

Adam Caplan: BL: He can come off at any time when you're on there

How does Pool rank as a safety?

Adam Caplan: PAZ: Middle with upside

In the second half of last season (his first as a starter) he was easily in the top 33%.

Whisenhunt was on the Browns' staff in 1999, special teams coach according to wikipedia

How exciting!

Adam Caplan: GREG: Cool, former NFL TE with ATL and NYJAdam Caplan: backup though, special teamer

Adam, is this really the first year where we will make suprise cuts due to talent on the team?

Adam Caplan: BR: Competition is really good this year, that I can tell you.

What is amazing to me is the difference between this year and last year!! Things seem a whole lot more stable and calm

Adam Caplan: JIM: And don't forget John Collins/Savage stuff 3 years ago

Adam... is this the year Pool lives up to his expectations?

Adam Caplan: CT: Time will tell, but the more he plays the better off he is. It doesn't hurt that the DC was his secondary coach,

> Adam have you heard anything about future trades?

Adam Caplan: BL: Sure, that could happen with a CB later as camp progresses, they will get a CB one way or the other

Savage is not running for office, and is not lying or hedging when he says he wants to check out the young talent on the team first. Adam and a lot of you think that a veteran is critical. Savage and Mel Tucker do not.

adam can the browns win the super bowl this year

Adam Caplan: BR: I can't see them getting there based on problems at CB and inconsistency of the Ss

Here we go again. Two of the safeties (inc. Baxter, who will stick) can play a zone corner, and at least two of the rookies can man-cover. There will be more man coverage based on the skill-sets of the prominent DB's. Pool was a first-time starter last season, Jones his second, and it was their first season together. Pool came on strong in the second half. The scheme has been streamlined to allow the players to stop thinking and play. Adam is unable to extrapolate. He only knows history, and is perennially surprised when young players mature.

Adam, are you pleasantly surprised with Rodgers weight right now?

Adam Caplan: BR: The thing is the effort has to be there consistentlyAdam Caplan: and they do have enough players that he doesn't have to be on the field for much more than half the plays

We heard a lot about missing Russell last year as the general in the secondary, is S. Jones gonna step up into that role this year?

Adam Caplan: BR: The key for a veteran safety is to make sure the guys near him are lined up correctly and the communication is good. Jonescan do that.

He was about the third-best safety in the AFC last season. What's he supposed to "step up" to--the Hall of Fame? JEEZ!

Scary that Rodgers is the key to our D-Line being disruptive

Adam Caplan: BR: He's one of them.

1: A disruptinve 3-4 DL is exceptional. It's not their schematic function. 2: Corey Williams is also disruptive. The depth players who will stay on the roster will be chosen partly based on their ability to penetrate. Your shadow is scary too, no doubt.

Adam, does Cribbs repeat his numbers, or will more teams kick away from him?Adam Caplan: LU: I think he'll be solid again, but as good as last year will be hard to do.

Word is Rogers production follows the teams path, as they fade, so does he.

Adam Caplan: BIG: The thing is, it's not all about him, they have depth and talent around him.Adam Caplan: And if he's bad, he won't be back, as I reported a few weeks ago, he has a roster bonus for next year.

Rogers has played nearly every down, and here will get more time off. Rogers performance dropped at times due to fatigue, triple-teams, and lane discipline...although he did indeed get lazy too.

Adam Caplan: As does Stallworth-big one

Adam, are you surprised so many late 1st round picks are still unsigned?Adam Caplan: BR: No because a lot of camps don't open for a few more daysAdam Caplan: All: That's all the time I have, see you this Monday at 9pm.Adam Caplan: later

D+

Adam seems to lack imagination, and should try thinking ahead just a little. Basic assumptions can be made, such as 1: Young players more often improve than they stagnate and decline. 2: Schematic alterations tend to accomodate available personel and in turn 3: alter personel requirements. 4: Trends are valid, and tend to continue.

Adam was also caught with a squirt gun, and sleeps in class.