Stuart Smith

We do not need Odell with a rookie quarterback.

I agree with this. However, I think there are more reasons not to announce the chosen pick yet. Even though the Panthers may be locked in on a player, a lot can happen in 46 days. An accident, injury or character issue could rear its ugly head. These players have been vetted and this appears very unlikely, but this early it is wise to be cautious.

The key is if you truly like 2 players equally. I find it hard to believe that at the end of 45 days and many conversations the brain trust of the Panthers will not have a consensus on who they want at #1.

If you have done the work to get your guy be very careful. Trading to the number 2 pick to gain a pick could backfire if you don’t control it.

For the first time in a while I trust the staff too. The biggest win of all was assembling this coaching staff.

It depends on how you want to view it. The 1st this year was really a pick swap as we went from pick #9 to pick #1. Also the 61st this year.

You have to trust the evaluations of the current coaching staff. This an’t Rhule.

Exactly!

OK some of you capologist…how much does DJ Moore being gone free up on the salary cap? Gotta sign a receiver now.

I would not give 3 first and a starter.

Thinking about a replacement for Moton is far from laughable. He is only one of 5 players in the last 4 years in the NFL who has played every down. Sooner or later he will probably end that streak. The OP is correct in assessing where we Need to build. Investing in the quarterback whoever it might be would be foolish without having offensive line depth to protect the quarterback.

Don’t forget “can play multiple positions.”

There was a definite improvement in Sam’s performance. The New Orleans game was ugly, but we still won. He seemed to know when to throw the ball away instead of forcing the ball and getting a turnover. I would rather have him as a place holder for a young quarterback that anyone like Brissette.

I don’t see Corral and Hooker as the same guy. Hooker is very smart, dad is Hall of Fame at NC A&T University.

If he does not produce after getting that bag the media will run him out of New York.

I question if he was really hurt when he did not play in the Ravens last game or he was not risking an injury in what he knew was a contract year. That was not what potential quarterback teams wanted to see.

You are probably right.

New Orleans- Derek Carr Atlanta-Lamar Jackson Tampa Bay-Kyle Trask (and a tank) Carolina-CJ Stroud Very different looking NFC South…..How wrong am I?

Very true. Newspapers filled a worthy purpose with local news, local High School sports, etc. Most were not big money makers, but they were a huge part of the local community. Unfortunately they are a casualty of the digital age. The local paper where I live has been sold four times, is now down to 3 days a week by mail delivery. I have to go to the local high schools web site or max preps to see if the team(s) schedule. It is sad. I subscribe to the Charlotte Observer digital to follow the Panthers, and follow this site.

The points are a useful tool. Having said that if you see something you want bad enough you find a way to get it. Kinda like that 1967 Chevelle Super Sport 396 I want.

I hate the idea of giving up future draft picks, absolutely. However, if the brain trust we have in charge agree on someone that could be a franchise quarterback for the next decade I would do what it takes. You would gave a quarterback on a less expensive pay scale for 4/years. That would allow you to sign some quality free agents. They are hard to find, but there are some lower draft picks that turn out to be finds as well. Let’s face it, franchise quarterbacks put fans in seats.

He appears cocky to me. There is a difference in being confident and almost arrogant. He did not move the needle for me. Having said that, the Panthers will probably draft him now.

Yes, he was signed early. I would like to see a bigger sample size of Eason.

What I saw on the field was all on him regardless of who his coach was. Seemingly giving up on plays when he got beat.

Hopefully the Panthers brain trust is collectively taking note of all the available free agents that can help. I hope before long we will announce that Bozeman has been locked up. I really don’t expect any signings until we resolve his status, sounds like he could help. Also, a decision for sure on a quarterback and how much to spend. just my humble opinion.