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14 hours ago, mrcompletely11 said:

The fact that these fuging morons thought that last years team was a couple of players away from the playoffs just shows how inept they really are. 

So did most of this huddle after the first 3 games.

18 hours ago, Adb6368 said:

I’ve been to a few playoff games and I beg to differ. Winning cures all problems 

Yup.  I have been to Canes Stanley Cup games, Panthers home / away playoff games and Panthers Superbowl.  Home playoff games for both teams are electric.  Both teams have a nucleus of fans that show up no matter what.  However, the Carolinas are fair-weather ... when the team is good and in the playoffs, it's electric.  When the team is not good, can't give away the seats.

As for the Super Bowl, the few days leading up to it are better than the actual game.  Still a great experience. 

Just now, Jon Snow said:

Icky has what can't be taught, toughness.  You either have or you don't. 

Agree ... along with the tenacity to complete plays ... which are often completed downfield.  Neal will never have that.  I also like his football IQ ... which you either have or don't.  If he struggles with pass protection initially, he can work with the coaches and figure it out.  He has the potential to be special.  

If Hurney was still GM, we would likely give up the farm today.  Always had a knot in stomach for day 2 of his drafts.  

Can't be upset with this pick.  IMO, Neal was the safer pick of an OT that will keep our QB vertical and do his job with the run game.  However, we wouldn't see him at level 2 or 3 making downfield blocks or moving DTs off the line of scrimmage.  What Icky lacks in pass protection can be taught.  Icky has the greatest potential to be special ... which is what we want from #6 pick.  Put Brown next to Icky on goal line and run left all day.

7 hours ago, Growl said:

they’re going to get cute, move down, and take Ridder or some fourth wave guy because “when I was in Seattle we got Wilson in the 3rd round” and pat themselves on the back for picking up a couple pointless picks and being ‘smarter’ than everyone else

Yep ... I fear the same.   2 nickels does not equal a dime ... draft a stud LT and stop the bleeding.  

Is Hurney the GM for Miami?  That's a haul of draft picks. 

Not sure who is happier .... Bills fans or Hill thinking of the move to South Beach.

8 hours ago, 1ch1ban said:

if we draft a rookie LT, then brady can move to LG.

 

Yes, Brady can play guard or tackle.  However, Brown still needs a legitimate look.  He may be the better player for that position.  Would be happy if either worked out well.

On 3/16/2022 at 11:19 AM, ForJimmy said:

He can’t read defenses. He played worse when he had more time. He can’t be fixed…

Perhaps ... but I am not convinced yet.  He never really had more time ... we just played inferior teams.  Hard to read defenses when you never stop moving ... whether backpeddling or moving out of the pocket that never formed.  I'd like to see Sam behind this new line that is being put together.  

Still hoping for an LT at #6 who will be on a rookie contract for the next few years.  That said ... I would be happy with either Arm or Brown. 

Put him next to Brown and we are solid across the line.  Still think Brown is our LG.  If it weren't for Rhule wanting his OL to be track stars and capable of playing several positions, he would have been the starter already.  We need an IOL that is the best at playing IOL.  Save the flexibility for backups.

27 minutes ago, Catsfan69 said:

What if our failure to land Watson and our mere interest in him lights a spark in Sam.

He then comes in next year and is instantly transformed into Jake.

Now wouldn't that make some of you feel foolish?

Having a legitimate OL may light a spark under Sam.  He seemed to unravel last year as pockets were collapsing all-around him.  If we don't get Watson, let's fix OL before deciding on next step with QB.  Would love to see Corbett and Brown as our starting OGs with Moton and our #6 pick at the bookends.

Will stick with my preseason assessment ... If given the chance, Brown will be our best OG.  Don't have to be fast or able to play several positions to be an above average guard.  He should have been drafted before we got him.  We got lucky and wasted it away.

Was great watching him scribble all over the screen with the 'chalkboard' ... when that technology was fresh..  

Well that just sucks.  Feels like part of the game just died..  RIP.

Arrogance manifested in a childish primadonna belief that being an nfl player conveys a sense of entitlement.  Enjoy it while you still have people that put you on the altar.  In 5 years, you'll just be a dude with bad hair driving a nice car.

4 hours ago, Mr. Scot said:

Stuff we're seeing from the players lately makes me wonder if Rhule isn't preaching an "us against the world" sort of philosophy in the locker room. That's the kind of thing desperate coaches do sometimes.

In reality, "the world" isn't against the Panthers. It's just against their stupid coaching.

Either way ... the world is winning.

Don't recall seeing a 'bagger' suck at his job as bad as Brown sucks at his.  I'll save the Boos for Brown.

Leave him at LT and start Brown at guard.  Brown was a stud in college and should have been drafted earlier than when we got him.  It's OK to have a big body in the interior.  I don't care if he is versatile and can play multiple positions.  He doesn't need to run the 40 in under 4.8 sec.  Move the pile.   A good rookie guard to replace Miller will suffice.  

TBK .. I often align with your posts, except when you change teams.  However, not this time.  More like infusing some oxygen into a vacuum.  There have been much bigger moments ... probably not even top 10 in my opinion.   As often is the case, being the contrarian is not popular until it becomes a reality.  Cam is a good move ... but not the answer.  Let's see a couple full games vs a few snaps.  

Pretty funny actually ... On a serious note, relocated and not seeing many games.  Are they taking away the edge as his game is mostly speed.?

A while back ... It practically was every halftime show for the Panthers.  Frisbee dogs and dudes riding bicycles.

We'll be there .... Looking forward to the game and cooler weather.  

Wow ... we've had our share of bad ones.  As for coach, probably Henning being closely followed by Seifert.  Seifert only had success in SF because of his predecessor.  He never should have been a coach.  For the player ... probably Rashard Anderson.  Couldn't cover a baby with a blanket.

Perhaps we should let her know that Samuel is on WFT ... or maybe not.

While I don't agree with every trade and pick, I feel like this was a more cerebral draft than anything Hurney did ... Or was capable of doing.  Been a PSL owner since 95 and I don't need to agree with EVERY decision to get behind it.  Let's roll and move forward.  Overall, excited about the additions.  Hope they make the most of it.