Hitting Hard with Chris Harris
March 10, 2010
I recently had an opportunity to sit down with heavy hitter and pro tweeter Chris Harris. Here are the highlights of our conversation.
First off, your tweets have gotten quite a bit of attention. Is that really you tweeting?
Absolutely, I do it from my Blackberry. I have been more active lately, but its me.
Good to know. How would you compare Ron Meeks to Mike Trgovac? What about Meeks and Lovie Smith?
I love Trgo, he was a good defensive coach. Meeks is a little more laid back from Trgo. The scheme is less complicated than when Trgo was here. Meeks and Lovie both were calm in their approach and both rely heavily on the defensive front four. It all starts up front in their defenses.
Speaking of front four, we have lost ours. Any concerns going into next season?
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Top 10 Moments of Fail for Panthers fans
February 13, 2010
by Meatimus Maximus
10. Say it ain’t so, Bill
Bill Rosinski, the Voice of the Panthers for 10 seasons, left the team following the 2004 campaign without anyone in the organization saying anything. He wasn’t fired. He simply wasn’t re-signed to a new contract. Fans wanted to know why the Panthers had replaced one of the most talented broadcasters in the country with a relatively obscure college announcer named Mick Mixon. It wasn’t fair to Mixon, but fans felt it wasn’t fair to them, either. Rosinski said the team stunk when it stunk, and his calls were legendary, from “Yes Charlotte there is a Super Bowl, and we’re in it!” to “He Hate Me, we love you!” Many fans unfortunately took it out on Mixon.
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Tim Tebow = Lazy Journalist Fodder
January 28, 2010
Just a quick note to all local media outlets. Avoid writing any long winded articles revolving around Tim Tebow and the Carolina Panthers. This is completely lazy and uninteresting. Yes, The Panthers did speak with Tebow, along with every other team in the NFL. No, Tebow will not be drafted by the Panthers who have shown little interest in running QB’s who have no real position to play in the NFL. Tim Tebow is a slightly larger Eric Crouch, who was drafted and failed at QB, RB, and WR. Tebow is one of the greatest college players of all time, but useless in a league where 300 pound defensive linemen are every bit as fast as he is.
Now please provide us with decent Panthers coverage. Thanks in advance.
D-Will’s Pants on the Ground!
January 24, 2010
Head Coaching Options Not Far
January 5, 2010
Should John Fox decide to pack his bag and head for greener pastures, the Panthers will not have to look far for his replacement. In fact, they may only need to look as far as their own film room. There are currently three coaches on the Panthers payroll that could fill in for John Fox, and possibly improve upon what he has accomplished.
Jeff Davidson
Currently the Panthers Offensive Coordinator, Davidson has managed to put together the best rushing attack in Panthers history. Hindered by the play of Jake Delhomme this season, the play calling evolved into the most conservative in the NFL. His greatest accomplishment may have been keeping the Panthers somewhat competitive with such a one dimensional starting offense. Once Matt Moore took over and showed competence at the position, Panthers fans witnessed a balanced attack and a vertical passing game. Should Davidson be selected as head coach, it is likely GM Marty Hurney would insist on keeping Ron Meeks as defensive coordinator. With Davidson, there would not be a Panthers rebuilding, but a change in philosophy and hopefully an end to the “play not to lose” era. Davidson could fill his now vacant Offensive Coordinator position with Offensive Line Coach Dave Magazu, another standout due for a promotion. Read more
Thoughts as the season winds down
December 23, 2009
The Carolina Panthers will finish out the season as the Giant’s last opponent in Giants stadium. John Fox would love to have a win against his former team in the last game in their home stadium, especially after the loss last year came about. Last season, Carolina had the game all but won until both their starting defensive tackles went down. It was then that the Giants took advantage of the situation and run straight up the middle for ridiculous gains and won the game late.
Carly for Christmas!
December 15, 2009
Panthers got you down? The Huddle is here to lift your spirits, former cheerleader Carly in a Christmas Pinup Pictorial! Read more
It Really Is What It Is – Time To Move On.
December 13, 2009
Once again, the Carolina Panthers will follow up a winning season with a lackluster one. It’s a common occurance in the John Fox coaching era.
After their latest defeat by the New England Patriots, the best the Carolina Panthers could finish is 8-8. 5-11 is more likely, however. They’ve officially been eliminated from playoff contention.
So why is this team, that was 12-4 a season ago, performing so poorly this season?
Jake and Julius – NFL’s Biggest Ripoffs?
December 10, 2009
In a recent Fox Sports article, Jake Delhomme and Julius Peppers both are named the NFL’s Biggest Ripoffs.
I am not in complete agreement here, at least not when it comes to Julius Peppers. Peppers has actually had a decent season as a starter. Not a pro bowl performance mind you, but not horrible either. If he was not Julius Peppers, he would be seen as a solid player for the Panthers. But since he is, more is expected of him. Expensive? Yes. Total Ripoff? No. Read more
Moore to Start
December 1, 2009
Sources close to the Huddle have told us to expect Matt Moore to be the starting QB this Sunday against Tampa Bay.
Moore’s start comes just after a phantom injury to starter Jake Delhomme who has had a disappointing season, to put it mildly. Some fans started wondering weeks ago when Delhomme would have a phantom injury. This would allow Jake to be benched without bruising the egos of the player or coaching staff. If only they were as concerned with winning the games.
Expect a renewed interest and enthusiasm Sunday with Moore starting. Hopefully, he can live up to the responsibility.
