Carolina Panthers

#751
#751
I agree that Fairley played well. He did miss one big tackle when he tried to arm-tackle, but he made up for it several times.
DT is clearly our biggest need among these players, but I truly would be okay with Fairley, Bowers, or Green. All are outstanding players.
 
#752
#752
I'm wanting Fairley for Denver, because we have the same issues on the DL as Carolina has. I'm guessing if you guys take Fairley, we may take Bowers or trade down.
 
#756
#756
Looks like former Tampa coach J.Gruden is finally returning to the NFL. He'll likely be coaching QBs for Carolina this year!

This is absolutely true, just, it isn't Jon Gruden, it's his brother Jay. He once coached with Jon in Tampa, but has been in the UFL lately.
Rumors are that the leading asst coaching candidates are Gruden for QBs, Chudzinsky for OC, and Dave Wannstedt for DC.
I'd love Chud as OC. After seeing what the way he made Derek Anderson look like a decent QB, I think he could do wonders with Jimmy.
As for the defense, it seems like Rivera is still going to call the plays. He pretty much said that in his interview, so I guess he just really needs a yes-man coach who he knows.
 
#757
#757
So, I was just kidding about that Jay Gruden thing!
It appears that the Panthers will not hire him, but three coordinators were hired today. Chudzinsky as OC, Sean McDermott as DC, and Brian Murphy (from Minn) as ST.
I'm happy with all of these.

Oh, and Ron Meeks will remain on the staff, but he's going to just coach the secondary.
 
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#758
#758
Panthro said:
So, I was just kidding about that Jay Gruden thing!
It appears that the Panthers will not hire him, but three coordinators were hired today. Chudzinsky as OC, Sean McDermott as DC, and Brian Murphy (from Minn) as ST.
I'm happy with all of these.

Oh, and Ron Meeks will remain on the staff, but he's going to just coach the secondary.
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All extremely good hires, imo.
 
#759
#759
Cam Newton Holds Workout - ESPN Video - ESPN
Dilfer sure does think a lot of Newton. I don't want to take him with the first pick, but if he can play at all like other huge/big-arm QBs already in the league (Big Ben/Freeman), he'd be a great pick.

On another note, I thought I'd share that Brooklyn Decker was on Charlotte radio this morning. She used to live there and is a huge Panthers fan. I was impressed with how much she knew about the team. I just wish the interviewers hadn't drooled on the mic so much while talking to her.
 
#760
#760
Jerry Richardson is an embarrassment to the organization and fans of this team. I wish the old fart would sell the franchise.

It's directly his fault that we suffered such a terrible season because of his preparation for a lockout. He's dangerously close to Al Davis territory...
 
#761
#761
Panthro said:
Cam Newton Holds Workout - ESPN Video - ESPN
Dilfer sure does think a lot of Newton. I don't want to take him with the first pick, but if he can play at all like other huge/big-arm QBs already in the league (Big Ben/Freeman), he'd be a great pick.

On another note, I thought I'd share that Brooklyn Decker was on Charlotte radio this morning. She used to live there and is a huge Panthers fan. I was impressed with how much she knew about the team. I just wish the interviewers hadn't drooled on the mic so much while talking to her.
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I would be happy if they could trade down and take Newton. Taking Fairley with the first pick worries me.
 
#763
#763
Jeremy Shockey is a Panther.
I'm not extremely excited about this. He's older than everyone on the team by 20 years. He is easily injured. He brings attitude to the locker room. He has long hair. He isn't nearly the threat he once was on the field.
Then again, it will be nice to see some use out of the TE position. I hope this goes well, and it hope it doesn't keep us from drafting that TE from Portland State in the 6th or 7th.
 
#764
#764
Rivera and Hurney are both headed to Newton's Pro Day at Auburn. I really don't want to draft this guy but I trust both of their judgments over my own...
 
#766
#766
Watching Auburn's pro day on espn3 right now. Newton should be throwing soon. Fairley is almost up.
 
#767
#767
Bump. With the draft a week away, it's looking like the Panthers will select Newton with the first pick. I personally don't want Newton, but I can see why people are excited about him. What do you guys think?
 
#769
#769
I think using the #1 overall pick for Newton is crazy. They could trade down and still get him and maybe have a 3rd or 4th rd pick to boot. Newton is not the best player in the draft.
 
#771
#771
Hey guys, I've missed this place. I gave up sports message boards for lent, and it was tough!
Anyway, I've come around on the Newton pick. It's clearly a risk because of his Vince Young potential (mentally, that is), but it's hard to dispute this guy's physical talent. To use a draft term, he's got more upside than anyone else in this draft. The Panthers don't need a player that will help them become a little better. They need a homerun guy that can truly keep them afloat in their tough division. Newton might bust, but he also might be a revolutionary player in this league. He's got potential to be a faster Ben Roethlisberger. If our line stays healthy, and we're able to keep Smitty and D.Williams, Newton really will have a legit shot at succeeding early. I don't want him starting week one, but I really think this guy's upside is just too much to ignore for a team as far behind as the Panthers in the NFC South.
 
#772
#772
Panthro's Mock 1.0

Rnd 1: Cam Newton – QB – Auburn
Rnd 3: Drake Nevis – DT – LSU
Rnd 3: Curtis Brown – CB – Texas
Rnd 4: DeMarcus Love – OG – Arkansas
Rnd 5: Colin McCarthy – LB – Miami
Rnd 6: Alex Henery – K – Nebraska
Rnd 6: Terrance Toliver – WR – LSU
Rnd 7 (late pick): Eric Hagg – S – Nebraska
 
#773
#773
Panthro said:
Hey guys, I've missed this place. I gave up sports message boards for lent, and it was tough!
Anyway, I've come around on the Newton pick. It's clearly a risk because of his Vince Young potential (mentally, that is), but it's hard to dispute this guy's physical talent. To use a draft term, he's got more upside than anyone else in this draft. The Panthers don't need a player that will help them become a little better. They need a homerun guy that can truly keep them afloat in their tough division. Newton might bust, but he also might be a revolutionary player in this league. He's got potential to be a faster Ben Roethlisberger. If our line stays healthy, and we're able to keep Smitty and D.Williams, Newton really will have a legit shot at succeeding early. I don't want him starting week one, but I really think this guy's upside is just too much to ignore for a team as far behind as the Panthers in the NFC South.
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I hope your right,but I would not use the first pick on him
 
#774
#774
Panthro, your wish is granted.

I'm not sold on Newton at all, but any player who becomes a Panther will have my support 110%. I hope this kid can be the franchise QB we've never had.
 
#775
#775
I'm in disbelief as to why so many people passionately speak out against Cam. If you want to call him a risk, that's fine, but I don't understand this anti-Cam mob.
You can't deny that he's a risk, I'll give them that. You also can't deny that he's got the most upside in this draft.
I enjoyed his interviews with Charlotte radio last night. I am looking forward to his future with the Panthers.
I wonder if Garrard is an option for us now with Gabbert going to Jax, and Shula being in Charlotte. That coudl help Cam a lot.
 
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