Could we see Shaq at running back?

[Carl Spackler]

First of all, I'd like to see Shaq get some reps in camp at RB. Not many, but to switch things up. I really think that with his skillset, we should give him 5-10 carries in the regular season. I know he wants to play LB and all, but to have someone of that build and that ability, we'd be crazy not to try him on offense some.

 

And it sounds like I'm not the only one thinking that way.

 

"One thing you look at with players is, 'Do they score touchdowns or do they prevent touchdowns?' Well, he's shown he has the ability to do both," head coach Ron Rivera said. "He's a very physical football player that has an innate ability to get around the football and make things happen. We're excited about that."

"He's really a complete package. There isn't anything he isn't capable of doing on the field that fits us," Gettleman said.

[cbarrier90]

The context in which Dave made that quote I believe was referring to his play at linebacker (scoop and scores, pick sixes, etc.)

It would be neat to see him at running back but that really seems like an unnecessary risk with three specialist rbs , a fullback and a feature back already on the roster.

Only for emergencies, if that.

[Carl Spackler]

Yeah but I'm not sure if we keep all those RBs after camp. Maybe I'm just dreaming. It is 2 a.m.

[hepcat]

If we run into RB issues like last year, definitely.

[OnlyPantherFaninMaine]

Watch the presser with Dave and Ron. Someone asked if he will see time at RB and they both laughed quietly and shook their heads no at the same time. 

[Panthers8969]

Here we go. I know lets play him every down on O and D. Oh and never let him focus on one position. His college coaches ruined his career as of now and seriously hurt his potential. Not saying he won't ever be a star, but It'll take years

[B.BERSIN]

Hope we don't need his plays at RB position to help our RB group.

[csx]

Kick returner possibly.

[Jangler]

Sure.

[KendrickPanther]

Left Tackle, Right Tackle, Punter, and Fair Catcher. Shaq can do it all. He's so versatile we should call him Slash.

[Fidel Cashflow]

nah

[Brooklyn Bully]

No.

[carpanfan96]

A lot of scouts think he makes a better pro RB, then LB or safety....but no, he'll play LB/safety for the Panthers.