Panthers Training Camp Notes and Photos - Day 2

[Jeremy Igo]

Not a great day for photos, but the day did yield some things worth seeing. 

 

First off, Kelvin Benjamin continues to impress. This long reception from Cam Newton over Carrington Byndom put an exclamation point on his day. Kelvin has been catching the ball very well, with very few drops. 

 

Shaq Thompson has been very quiet in team drills. There is no bad news, but there is no good news on that front. In drills, however, it is easy to see how athletic he is. He moves exactly like that linebacker/safety hybrid he was billed as. It remains to be seen how this will translate on game days 

I am really impressed with Brandon Wegher's speed. Once he hits a hole he bursts out as quickly as any running back I have ever seen. Keep an eye on this kid, he could be a sleeper to make the practice squad or more. 

Jordan Todman took the field again after missing some time yesterday. He is in direct competition with Wegher for a roster spot, but Todman's experience returning kicks will most likely give him the edge. 

Kurt Coleman has been very impressive in camp so far. He spent some time in the strong safety position today with Roman Harper sliding over to free safety. He made a really nice adjustment on a poorly thrown Cam Newton ball intended for Greg Olsen and made the interception. No comment on the socks... 

After being Captain America yesterday, Today Cam was Spiderman. Tomorrow.... Ironman? 

A funny moment occurred after practice as the linebackers practiced catching interceptions. Kelvin Benjamin strolled through their drill casually and purposefully, taking his time. 

 

Kelvin was notified by Thomas Davis that it would be the last time he did that, as Kelvin just grinned. 

 

Other thoughts not pictured- 

- Ted Ginn was very impressive today. His TD reception over Josh Norman was something the Panthers could have surely used early last season. Norman was a good five or six yards yards behind Ginn. 

- Up until now the offense has been winning the training camp battle, which is typically how it works. It will likely be a different story on Sunday when the pads are on. 

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[davos]

Nice! I've been excited about Coleman so it's cool to hear he's impressing. 

[davos]

How's that back-end tackle depth with Hills and Wallace look? 

[Chief Keek]

Excellent write-up and pictures as usual. I'm not too worried about Shaq he's still adjusting. Once he gets comfortable in the scheme that is when he will start to stand out.

[SIGCHI222]

I've said it before...I'll say it again, and again and again.

 

Not one single team, in the entire NFL has a website like we do.

Thanks Zod.

[cranky]

As always, thanks so much for the notes and pics.

Regarding Wegher, all the videos I've seen of him show a tremendous burst through the hole. I know speed doesn't always translate to the NFL but if it does, they very well could have struck gold a second time in two years - Norwell last year

[bigdog10]

I'm ecstatic to have Ginn back. He had developed something with Cam late in 2013 and I was bummed when he didn't get a chance to build on it in 2014.

[KSpan]

Roman Harper at free safety is the defensive equivalent of running a reverse with Cotchery. Did Shula sub for McDermott on that series?

[PhillyB]

coleman has kind of become the forgotten man of our free agent acquisitions. it'd be great to see him be able to contribute.

[JawnyBlaze]

I had no interest in that kid we lost last year to the Patriots, but I REALLY hope we don't take any chances with Wegher. I really like him and hope he's given a chance.

[beastson]

Anybody see the pics of chris houston and ted jumping over that fence lol

[SuperLego5]

Outstanding as always Jeremy.

Nice to see the offense fit to be on the same practice field for a change. Usually the defense is dominating and we are at panic stations already.

[Mother Grabber]

I have to agree. this site has improved tremendously since Jeremy took over for that Zod guy.

[DaveThePanther2008]

Wegher was my pick after we signed Free Agents to be the gem for 2015  You build a good team through the draft however, you build a Super Bowl Caliber team through the gems you find in Free Agency.  No one better than Gettleman.