Interpreting the Combine Press Conferences

[Jeremy Igo]

Here are a few things I think I think about what the Gettleman and Rivera NFL combine press conferences tell us.

 

 

1. Gettleman will pull the trigger early on a defensive lineman. I think it is a lock that somewhere in rounds 1-3 a defensive end or tackle will probably be taken. Gettleman just can't help himself from glowing when talking defensive line. 

 

2. Wide Receiver in round 1 is a real possibility. Rivera's talk of getting Cam weapons rang true as he went on to describe how another offensive weapon would have helped in Seattle. It is on their minds. 

 

3. Cam is the man. There is no indication at all that the Panthers are thinking of making any contingency plans on Cam Newton and his contract status. 

 

4. Both mentioned how deep offensive line was in this draft. Even if the panthers do go offensive tackle in round one, don't be shocked if they double dip like the defensive tackle position a couple years back. 

 

 

 

[TheSpecial1]

Good stuff.

[LinvilleGorge]

Not only is a WR at #25 possible, I think Rivera's quotes gave a little insight on the type of WR they'd be looking to bring in.  Rivera knows he's needs a big play field stretching type of WR. 

[Darth Biscuit]

All of that sounds great to me.

[davos]

Looking at the crop, this may sound crazy but a multi-tech DT may be in play more than a 4-3 DE in R1, although that kid from UCLA is interesting.  In R2 and 3 you've got the likes of Preston and Za'darius Smith.  Those two are strong possibilities I'd take note of. 

 

It definitely seemed they want a guy that can get downfield fast so the likes of Agholor, Dorsey, Lockett, and Kenny Bell (sleeper) could be targets. 

 

 

[lola]

I cannot wait for the draft!

[Mol3m4n]

I could see any combination of WR, DE, and OT in the first three rounds.

[t96]

You say WR in round 1 is a real possibility. Do you think one of the FA WRs is a real possibility? Not Dez or Thomas (if theyhit FA) or Cobb, but Torry or Maclin or Crabtree?

[Gin and Juice]

You say WR in round 1 is a real possibility. Do you think one of the FA WRs is a real possibility? Not Dez or Thomas (if theyhit FA) or Cobb, but Torry or Maclin or Crabtree?

It was kind of expressed as a need and we know what Gman said about needs

[Bj-Monster23]

You say WR in round 1 is a real possibility. Do you think one of the FA WRs is a real possibility? Not Dez or Thomas (if theyhit FA) or Cobb, but Torry or Maclin or Crabtree?

It definitely depends on the money that they are asking for. I could see Crabtree or Maclin if they aren't too expensive.

[Gin and Juice]

Looking at the crop, this may sound crazy but a multi-tech DT may be in play more than a 4-3 DE in R1, although that kid from UCLA is interesting. In R2 and 3 you've got the likes of Preston and Za'darius Smith. Those two are strong possibilities I'd take note of.

It definitely seemed they want a guy that can get downfield fast so the likes of Agholor, Dorsey, Lockett, and Kenny Bell (sleeper) could be targets.

Really hoping Orchard or Hunter has an Ealy type drop.

Would be nice though to pick up a UT pass rushing specialist that can play off the edge, a slightly more athletic version of KK

[Bj-Monster23]

Some say Cobb wants 9 million a year which is a no in our favor. If he is looking between 5 or 6 then maybe. I think Cam would love to have Cobb too. They work out in the offseason and seem real close friends.

[Gin and Juice]

Some say Cobb wants 9 million a year which is a no in our favor. If he is looking between 5 or 6 then maybe. I think Cam would love to have Cobb too. They work out in the offseason and seem real close friends.

He is the one player that addresses two needs! His value to us is larger than most other teams.

Don't get hung up on yearly salary numbers, at the end of the day it's about guaranteed money. Gman can make the deal if its worth the commitment

[t96]

He is the one player that addresses two needs! His value to us is larger than most other teams.

Don't get hung up on yearly salary numbers, at the end of the day it's about guaranteed money. Gman can make the deal if its worth the commitment

 

I would really hope so but Cobb said directly he wants $9M/year and guarenteed aside, that is Tiffany's money. And DG said he ain't spending Tiffany's money this year. I would love Cobb here so much but I bet he'll get overpaid.