“Everybody thinks that anybody can make plays (in this offense), given the quarterback that you have. That it’s just super easy,” Adams said. “And then, I didn’t burst onto the scene with groundbreaking numbers. I didn’t wow anybody. I had a solid first year (38 receptions, 336 yards, three touchdowns), and then the second year wasn’t what I wanted. And then I think people got hung up on that and stopped paying attention to me.

“Maybe they just need to see more years in a row and they’re not convinced yet. That’s really all I’ve got for you at this point.”

Asked if breaking Sharpe’s and Nelson’s records would provide validation, Adams said other numbers — namely the Packers’ 5-8-1 record — take away from his own.

“It would mean a lot. It would be a great individual accomplishment. But obviously the main goal is to be successful as a team,” Adams said. “I’ll definitely accept any milestones or accomplishments along the way, even if it doesn’t come exactly how I wanted them. But it obviously takes a little bit away to be in a position where you’re not going to the playoffs while you’re breaking records. It just doesn’t feel the same.”