The Human Torch is Captain America?

Word is that Marvel Studios has offered Chris Evans the role of Captain America in their upcoming flick, The First Avenger: Captain America. Evans is best known for his two appearances as Johnny Storm a/k/a The Human Torch in two Fantastic Four flicks.

Evans isn’t necessarily excited about stepping into a second superhero role, but that’s likely a bargaining position. He looks the part, since he’s not exactly in need of weight loss supplements, and he has experience from his Fantastic Four flicks.

The big downside for Evans, though, is that Marvel is offering a low-ball figure and demanding a three-picture deal with no less than nine additional options. Talk about playing hardball over an American icon!