Soul Rebel

I don't understand Rivera's affection with Joe Webb. I get the flexibility of keeping a player that can play WR and QB rather than having to sign a 3rd string QB, but, IMO, I don't think Webb brings more talent to our roster than the potential of losing Byrd or Ward. Webb had 1 reception for 16 yards and 2 kickoffs for 53 yards. I fail to see Byrd not being able to at least hit those marks. I get that he doesn't play QB, but I really hope there's a way that we maximize the talent on the 53 man roster.

I'd say a Gio Bernard/Frank Gore hybrid. The elusiveness and vision of Bernard, but not the speed. Not as punishing as Gore, but hits the hole with purpose and is a versatile back.

It's quite possible that this is Gettleman's best draft class. Love Shaq for the future, Funchess' untapped potential, but Williams is quickly creeping to the top of my list of '15 draftees. I'd prefer seeing Remmers get time at LT and let the Williams-Turner duo steamroll the right side of the line all day, but whatever it takes to put the 5 best guys with chemistry together to win.

Don't want to risk placing him on the PS and having him get Gaffney'd. I think rolling with 7 WRs isn't a bad thing, especially since it's so uncommon for us to do so. For me, it's shaking down like this: Benji - no brainer Brown - ideal slot guy and has enough skill to play a little WR2 if needed Cotchery - great veteran presence that can be a reliable 3rd down WR Funchess - too much potential with him to not see the field opposite KB Ginn - prefer him on ST, but like the ability to contribute here and there on offense Bersin - horrible on ST, but a true possession receiver that can move the chains and be a good, young WR4 Byrd - lots of potential here. can't teach speed and Byrd is full of it. ST contributor in '15 and maybe a few gadget plays on offense. I really hope both Byrd and Ward can snag a spot on the final 53.

Though Oher is not a longterm answer, I'm willing to be patient with his presence at LT. I'd feel more comfortable if they were experimenting with Remmers out there some too, just to kick the tires on if it's an option or not. Back to Oher though. I agree with MHS in that it's between his ears. I also am willing to believe that a player's worth and predictable performance over 5 months of the season can't be seen after a handful of light contact practice in sweltering Spartanburg. At the end of the day, Oher has a lot of mental blockages that he needs to remove sooner, rather than later. The toe injury is huge, as well as his performances over the past couple of seasons. Yes, the two are connected, but at some point, he either has to put it behind him, or move aside for someone that won't hurt the team. Oher is better than Bell and as long as the other 4 members to his right play like they are capable of, Oher will be fine. I'm not expecting an All-Pro season for him, but an average (2012 Jordan Gross would do) year will be fine. I really hope Oher can step up and be a mediocre T.

Anthony Collins makes a lot of sense in a back-up role.... but if he just needs a change of scenery, could hold the fort down until Williams is ready. 29 years old and not as injury prone as Long or Baker, I'd be happy with a Collins signing. I assume there's enough money left in the pot to make this happen. Maybe Collins is "too good" for the money it would cost for the level of player it takes to replace Martin, so Getts will sign some cast-off practice squad player that was a UDFA out of St.Cloud State.

Soundboard?

Well done, sir! Way to get in and give the QC area some knowledgable takes. CH is one of the most respected names within Panther Nation, and it's good to see the rewards Jeremy.

Didn't Ginn muff a couple of PR in big games last year? Was it here against us in the playoff game?

So is the thought process that each member has their own blog, or like SB Nation, where it's one Huddle blog, with lots of contributors?

As a State fan, I love Cotchery here, but could Ginn not provide that 'vet' presence and allow someone else that can contribute more, to take Cotch's spot? If nobody else can overtake Cotchery, then I'm good with him on the roster, but just wondering if Ginn and Olsen are enough of a vet presence.

Amazing idea! I too would love an outlet to write as well as reading others thoughts that are arguably more informative than Person/Bonnell.

It's going to be interesting watching final cuts. It's looking like KB13, Funchess and Brown are the only 'locks'. I see Ginn, Hill, Cotchery and Bersin fighting it out for 2 or 3 spots. I think Boykin ends up getting the Underwood treatment and being on the outs. I also believe the other Brown, Lucas and Presley getting cut, and hopefully Byrd can make it through to the PS and doesn't get Bellicheck'd on his way down. Any chance we roll with 6 WRs on the gameday roster?

Don't want to get too excited, but I saw him in person yesterday as well, and he definitely stood out. We got Brown as a UDFA and I'd be happy with a repeat performance. Doubt he can crack the starting 53, but he could be a stash guy that gets more burn once guys like Ginn, Cotchery, Hill, etc make it or break it in '16.

Hope we can land him. That story back in January (IIRC) had us and Trai checking into him and showing a lot of interest. He is one of two or three draftees that could have surplanted Oher at LT. I know a lot project him to guard, but I see a LT just as much when I watched his DraftBreakdown vids. We may not be Rex or have a plane full of young former LSU players, but Turner played on that line with him 2 years ago.... I hope their rapport is tighter than Landry, Williams, etc. from the 'Phins.

"The VIN Towers" Kel-VIN and De-VIN

Safety is becoming a huge position on defense now with all of the tight end usage. Not that safety wasn't always important, but I think having a stellar safety has caught up with desiring a lock down corner. So much zone is played with the freakish atheltes at WR and TE that you need that deep man back there. Also, stepping in to stuff the run is vital now, so I don't get why a team would let a young talent like Swearinger go for a 3rd day pick. He's not like a McCourty or Chancellor type of safety, but he has a lot of potential to fill out at only 23. If our 5th would get him here, I'd do it in a minute. He's far from perfect, but he hasn't played behind this front 7. It would eliminate a huge need with a minor pick.

Love it.

I say Peters or Collins.

Marcus Peters and Lael Collins look like the BPA currently for Carolina.

Different strokes, for different folks. People could hate on me for liking Agholor and Devin Smith at 25 over guys like Strong and Dorsett. It's all what you like.

I've seen ARI taking him in a few mocks. I wonder if Gurley falls to 23, if DG would trade with DET and leapfrog ARI for him.

If we're dumb enough to take Strong at 25, I will go to bed Thursday night an unhappy Panthers fan.

4 picks to go and the following are still in contention: - Todd Gurley - Nelson Agholor - Devin Smith - La'el Collins - DJ Humphries - Ereck Flowers - Jake Fisher - Owa Odighizuwa

Perriman gone to PHI. Is he seriously balding? That pic of him on ESPN is horrible.