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Tony Pauline: Panthers like CB Will Johnson
d-dave replied to TheSpecialJuan's topic in Carolina Panthers
I have no problems with the Panthers adding to their defense, period. It was historically bad. They couldn't stop a wet fart... That being said, Will Johnson has some injury concerns (which are always overblown in the lead up to the draft). Medicals at the combine are going to be important for all prospects with any hint of an injury. A pass rush's best friend is great backend coverage. Coverage's best friend is a good pass rush. They can absolutely work together to change the tone and performance of a defense. If Morgan thinks Will Johnson is the dawg we need to rebuild our defense, great! For signing Horn, yes. I'm all about it. He's had some bad injury luck, no denying that there. We've also had the worst run of injuries it seems over the past several years, which is why its important we're bringing in new staff to help there. IF we can get another 15-17 games from Horn with Johnson, it could really be great! I love draft season Hopefully this one helps us steer towards the post season so we can delay our draft talk! -
Bryce Young full video on Dan Patrick show feb 6
d-dave replied to raleigh-panther's topic in Carolina Panthers
Yeah, Dan Patrick was really busting Bryce up for being short. We all see it. We get it. Bryce handled it well. Bryce has all kinds of appearances on media row. On the Mike Golick jr podcast, he went really deep in the football nerd stuff about the differences between the Eagles and the Chiefs. Was cool to see. Overall, I'm pretty optimistic about the QB position next year. I'm going easy on the hopium for right now. I don't want to build up too much of a tolerance before training camp after all, lol. -
REPORT: Panthers interested in Khalil Mack
d-dave replied to TheSpecialJuan's topic in Carolina Panthers
If Morgan gives big, real money in a long term, guaranteed deal...oh boy...that's a bad move. He has to know that. This screams more off season BS. -
As far as the draft, there is a balancing act between traits, production and the mental aspect of things. I was listening to NFL on CBS (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LQXhu-VdOzs) They mentioned a guy who was tenacious, a true dawg of a Center, but he's 5-11, 275lbs.... He just doesn't have the traits at the position. Guys like DBrown would literally throw him through a wall like a child. Just because he's a dawg doesn't mean we're going to go after him. Anyone who thinks that there's some kind of one sized fits all, single attribute that determines draft stock - you're wrong. It's a balancing act. In the top 10, you NEED to get the absolute studs or a QB. We got our QB (for now) so we need guys who will produce for years. Look at Luke and CMC. People devalued them because of their positions, but both ended up being exceptional players. Heck, Luke will be a HOFer at some point. If the Panthers feel that there are only 5-6 true 1st round, top 10 worthy selections, then you trade down. Don't be hasty. Be smart and flexible. Now we all know the draft is a crap shoot. Sure you can pretend like you have all the answers, but we don't. Guys get hurt. Guy can't transition to the NFL. Some guys need time. Others will hit the ground running and be instant all pros as a 5th round pick. After the past few drafts, I'd rather go for volume than get tied to a single player. We need all the help, talent and skill we can get! Now if Mason Graham falls to 8, I'm sprinting up to the podium!
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Here's what I see on my cell phone: 1. Conversations with Mike McCarthy and the Saints didn't go well. No one was "enamored" with him. 2. Kliff Kingsbury decided to stay with the Commanders instead of trying to jump into a dumpster fire like the Saints.
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Despite the constant drum beat of Common Core Math, some folks still can't count lol. Kiper just a name and entertaining presence. No one cares about his accuracy, certainly not his bosses at ESPN. He get's ratings and clicks. That's all that matters to them. The more outrage, the better. As far as who the Panthers draft: it just depends on who the best player is to the Panthers. Who has the most dawg in them so to speak. It's about building the team culture and making improvements. I do enjoy the draft hysteria, the melodrama is so delicious.
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Impact Rookies in Playoffs (Beyond Round 1)
d-dave replied to Bear Hands's topic in Carolina Panthers
Well, hindsight is 20/20. If you don't learn from the past, you will continue to make mistakes today. So much of the draft is projection. How well will this play fit our system? How much room does he have to grow? There are a handful of ready made products, then the rest are the results of coaching and opportunity. XL is a great athlete. He moves different. But he's a body catcher. That's going to limit him until he learns to use his hands, or plays a different WR position. They also loved the guy. I'm guessing he would fit in with the culture Canales is creating. Brooks was the run away #1 RB except that he was hurt. We saw in his limited time that the dude moves differently. Hrm...Interesting that both XL and Brooks do that... Brooks was going to get drafted high. That's just the way it is with talent. I think there was a bit of a stylistic choice: get guys who can create because of their physical abilities. Was this the right direction? I don't know. To be honest, none of us will know for a bit yet. Brooks getting hurt again sucks. Will he be the same guy? I don't know. I fully agree with taking the best players, maybe not the most talent physical specimens. At the same time, they have the keys. It's up to Morgan, Canales and Brandt to get it done. It's their jobs on the line. Their reputations. -
Biggest Decision on offense this offseason…….
d-dave replied to WarPanthers89's topic in Carolina Panthers
Oh boy, we saw what happened when he was out... I'd rather have Moton for 13 games than 17 with...whoever? Moton has been an above average RT for most of his career. I'd try to keep him as long as he's productive via an extension instead of hoping we can resign Brady Christensen to play RT or drafting someone else right now. -
XL is good people. He just exudes his real authentic self. Now he comes across as a hard worker. He's not a finished product at age 23/24, but he's still a young man. My hope is that XL can reflect and get better this off season. If I'm Bryce, I'd definitely connect with him and work on developing that chemistry. On his own, XL needs to be coached up on hands catching. I know it's a hard habit to break, but he's got to do a better job of using his hands instead of allowing the ball to travel into his body to make these middle catches. My hope is that XL grows a lot for year two! If not, he'll find himself pushed down the depth chart by less talented guys. I'm rooting for him!!!
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I really appreciate these. Like him or not, JT has played high level football at a place where I couldn't imagine. I mean, I was 6th string DT in high school before I said "I'm going where the girls are!" =P He's very bullish on Bryce, and I think JT wants to see him succeed. I know many of us are all over these videos so he knows he's going to get the views on any BY video. It's a feedback cycle almost, lol. JT thinks BY is a legit QB. Not perfect, he does point out error, and seems to go out of his way to insult Theilan's speed constantly. It's almost funny. Honestly, it just confirms what we've seen: BY found himself after being benched. He's improved each week, made great plays, had a few stinkers along the way. Let's build the rest of the team around Bryce.
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Man, what a crazy game! The Panthers offense had to be nearly perfect. Atlanta didn't punt. Way to play! The draft with be the draft. Whatever. I'm so happy to end the season with a win. Yeah, we still have a lot of weak areas, but this is one heck of a way to send the Falcons home. I'll take it!
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The reality is we have spent most of the Tepper era fugging around. We tried to instantly solve the QB problem - failed. Tried a Program Builder Coach - Failure. Tried a Carolina Connection Retread - Failure. FINALLY - Tepper is taking a backseat and he's going to allow the guys he's paying big bucks to actually run the team. They will have two more years to see if they have what it takes, then you move on. As far as QBs - look, they were all top three picks. Baker #1, Darnold #3 and Bryce #1. These are all very talented QBs. It sure helped Baker going to a team that spend money and picks on Tom Brady's SB team. Sam went to a great QB/system coach with an all world WR that added quality pieces to support a rookie QB. Bryce came into a team bereft of talent. We traded the farm for Bryce. We have been "rebuilding" poorly for 6 years. So what I'll say is that the Panthers have two years or so. Either we start to make some noise in 2025 and win in 2026; or we start over again. Giving these guys three years is a good leash.
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Same reason you posted Young's record. I know you've been anti Young for a multitude of reasons. We can agree we just won't see eye to eye and that's all good to me. You have seen how anytime we have the slightest bit of forward momentum there are the "what-abouts" that come out of the woodwork. Nix looked good throwing short and having explosive play makers. How many "tough" throws did he have to make? Some people on this board will use moments like last night to prove how wrong we were, if we had only drafted Nix instead! (or any other QB!). My point with Bryce and the past two years is that context matters more so than the end result. I'm a teacher. If a 10th grade kid comes in the fall with a 4th grade reading level, and ends the year reading at an 8th grade level - that's a HUGE F'in win! In one year, teachers and the kid (and family) worked really hard to improve. He still fails the reading exam because it's written for a 10th grade reading level. The result is still a big L on the ole NC Report Card, but that kid grew like crazy. To circle back (look, my caffeine hasn't hit yet, and the kids who can't be trusted at home are sugar high and ready to get home...haha) the OP's point is that stats are relative. Nix can throw short balls all night to playmakers and have a nice stat line in a loss. Bryce doesn't have the playmakers nor the game planning of Sean Peyton to have that kind of stuff stat sheet games. God, I'm tired =P This is probably a poor answer, but that's all I have for this Friday before Winter Break here.
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For all the stat nerds who are mad at Bryce Young for not single-handedly lifting the Panthers and their fantasy team to the top of something... And @rayzor hit the nail on the head. We are probably one of the most miserable fan bases in the NFL. Admittedly, we don't have a lot to be happy about. When there's a remote ray of sunshine, we have to immediately point out how much worse we are and better everyone else is. It's almost a knee jerk, instinctual reaction at this point!
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You know Gunn wants to get the internet started talking about the movie with that trailer. I'm looking forward to it. I've really loved his superhero stuff so hopefully this continues.