A closer look at the Okafor trade
July 30, 2009
The Charlotte Bobcats have finally engaged in some offseason activity. After being quiet for most of the offseason, the Bobcats agreed to trade their first selection in franchise history to the New Orleans Hornets for Tyson Chandler. The move does save the Bobcats a lot of money in the future and, perhaps, makes things easier for Bob Johnson to unload his share of the organization.
Tyson Chandler bio, video
July 28, 2009
Many Bobcats fans aren’t sure what they are getting in Tyson Chandler, so we here at the Huddle went digging for more information.
Coal-fired passion fuels Morgan
July 27, 2009
Most every Panther fan has an opinion on Dan Morgan. Some remember his accomplishments on the field — like leading the Panthers with 25 tackles in Super Bowl XXXVIII. Some will remember his injuries — like the broken leg he sustained on the choppy sod of then Ericsson Stadium en route to sacking Brett Favre. But everyone remembers the tenacity and passion Morgan played with as a Carolina Panther and the classy way he carried himself on and off the field.
AP: Bobcats trading Okafor to Hornets for Chandler
July 27, 2009
According to the Associated Press, the Bobcats are finalizing a trade that would see center Emeka Okafor head to New Orleans for center Tyson Chandler.
Top 5 training Camp Questions
July 25, 2009
The answer to these questions will determine the competitiveness of the Carolina Panthers this season.
5) Is Jake Delhomme still the answer at QB?
I can’t imagine Delhomme being replaced as the starter during camp or preseason. He is good enough to win in this league. The only question I have is his consistency. Delhomme is the prototypical Hot/Cold QB. When he is hot, he is a pro bowl caliber player. However, a few times a year he has been cold. When he is cold, it is painful to watch. Can Jake reduce the number of those less than stellar (to put it politely) games?
Read more
Delhomme anxious to get started
July 21, 2009
Imagine yourself at your workplace.
Now imagine yourself having the worst possible day at your workplace. Imagine nothing goes right, and every customer is there to witness your demise.
Then imagine the next opportunity to redeem yourself is eight months away. Eight full months of second guessing and customer complaints.
This is what it must feel like to be in Jake Delhomme’s shoes this offseaon. Despite the endless message board jabs and talk radio blathering, Jake Delhomme appears to be ready to show Carolina why he remains the starting quarterback. In a recent interview with Mike Reiss of the Boston Globe, Delhomme explained his mindset.
Read more
Notable baseball players that have come through Charlotte
July 19, 2009
First, a quick history of professional baseball in Charlotte, per Wikipedia.com:
Professional baseball in Charlotte dates to 1901, with the formation of the Charlotte Hornets. They were an independent team until 1937, when the Washington Senators, now the Minnesota Twins, purchased the team. The Hornets would remain affiliated with the Senators/Twins for 35 years. In 1940, Calvin Griffith, the son of Senators owner Clark Griffith and future owner of the Senators/Twins, built a 3,200-seat park in Charlotte’s Dilworth neighborhood, Calvin Griffith Park. It would be the home of Charlotte baseball for the next half-century.
Mayfield accuses NASCAR of spiking his sample
July 18, 2009
NASCAR originated from drivers who ran moonshine through the country, aiming to avoid capture from the authorities.
Today, NASCAR driver Jeremy Mayfield is hoping to distance himself as far away from banned substances as possible.
Swarm to the Ball
July 17, 2009
With the addition of Ron Meeks as Defensive Coordinator, I am anxiously waiting to see one very important aspect of the defense that has been lacking in recent years.
When it comes to great defenses, gang tackling is as important as shoulder pads. Take a quick look back at some of the most dominant and consistent defenses of the past decade, Baltimore and Tampa Bay. One thing that becomes apparent very quickly is the discipline those squads had in terms of gang tackling. When I say gang tackling, I mean four or five guys hitting the ball carrier and trying to strip the ball. Every player on the defense keeps their feet moving until the whistle blows. Every player thirsty to administer a jaw numbing hit.
Read more
Bobcats offseason update
July 16, 2009
With little money to spend and an owner that wants out, it’s been quiet in the Queen City this summer.
