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Although he lost his best player on Defense and overall was dealt a tough hand, I don't see how you don't move on from the architect of the defense that allowed the most points in NFL history. If being literally the worst at your job of all time doesn't get you fired, what does?

He's already playing like a veteran. He could climb the depth chart next year. Maybe challenge XL. Because one thing he's definitely got going for him is sure hands. And if we can work some trick plays into his repertoire, he's setting himself up to be a long time Panther.

Listen to this guy. He's smart.

That's right D!

Okay Bryce! I love the swagger!

Honestly I'm okay with this outcome. The offense is showing up. The defense is hot trash. But that's not a surprise. Lock up a top pick, now! As Buzz Lightyear might say, "Lose, with style!"

All. Defense. Draft.

I'm ready to go back to a base 4-3. A big, 4-man front just seems like the quintessential Panthers defense. But we need a stud MLB again.

That's really cute! Hope you had a great time despite the dismal showing. And yeah, dinner and a night at the theater are in order after this.

I was gonna say, the real losers today are anyone who bet to cover the spread.

Something warms my heart about someone wearing #88 making a clutch grab on the sideline.

I'm only subjecting myself to this because I hope to see some Coker action in garbage time.

This is a preseason game. We shut down our actual talent. Today is to evaluate who is worth keeping.

Two solid open field tackles by Richardson. Keep him around.

As is tradition, the Panthers win an entertaining game when I'm unable to watch. Sigh. Highlight pie it will have to be!

This. How we respond to an abortion like last week tells me a lot more than a W.

Having first round picks is one thing. Using them wisely is another. You're giving us a lot of credit by not assuming we'd end up squandering that king's ransom.

In retrospect, knowing who Tom Brady always has been, do you think an extra 20 yards would have really denied him from field goal range in a Super Bowl? Cotchery on the other hand. If they get that call right, the sack/fumble never happens.

I'd bump ILB up higher. S and CB can be easily plugged in via free agency. And I'm so gun-shy about spending draft capital on CBs after the experience with Horn. He's a stud when healthy, but we spent the bulk of his rookie contract with him on IR, and soon we won't be able to afford him. I think I'd much rather pick up a 4th or 5th year man with a proven track record of availability. The inside of the defensive line, just like the inside of the offensive line is what it all hinges on. So a solid DT and a field general MLB are thing we've sorely missed since the KK/Star/Luke years. Frankly, I think EDGE is overvalued these days. Sure, sacks are nice, but unless you're causing turnovers, it's just one play. And 2nd and 14 doesn't mean dick if you then give up a couple of 10 yard runs. Shut down the run, and the QB pressures will follow. It's basically exactly what Dallas did to us.

Why blow the whistle? That's supposed to be a free play!?

Offensive line being beat like a drum.

I know you are but what am I?

Honestly it's something to aspire to. Dak owes his entire career to the Cowboys dedicating multiple off-seasons to creating a stout O-Line.

He ended a drive with 7. You literally can't ask for more. Change your tampon.

Proud of Bryce on that drive. Good response.