Final Panthers Cuts

[NJPanthers12]

Fozzy looked the most ordinary? We are all able to judge this off 3 carries where he picked up 14 yards on one of them? 

[Proudiddy]

Yeah, in my projected cuts at RB, I had Fozzy the odd man out for the reasons Jeremy listed above.  He just looked the most average and unimpressive of the group, and Todman's speed/quickness makes Fozzy fairly expendable, as that was his role.

That being said, I have no ties to any player at the position really.  I wouldn't be broke up with any decision they made there, but I feel the best group is Stew, CAP, Todman, Wegher.  I think Rivera's attachment to Fozzy will make their decision very difficult though.

[Mr. Scot]

lol at Fozzy will definitely clear waivers but weghers won't. Weghers is almost, just almost as overrated as Lee Ward was on these boards. Fozzy proved to be a very useful player last year. He was the only RFA signed to a 2 year deal and was a captain last night with Klein and Jansen. It would be such a stupid decision to cut him for Wegher who hasn't proved a thing against first stringers. 

On this, we agree.

I think Fozzy played only sparingly last night because he's safe, and I agree he should be. He's arguably the best screen pass runner we have.

The fight for the final RB spot was between Wegher and Todman, and I think Todman won.

And while it is very possible Wegher gets picked up on waivers, I don't buy that it's an absolute lock.

[Growl]

Whittaker looked better than Wegher last night.

[Mr. Scot]

On the line, while I'm not dead certain Amini Silatolu gets cut, it wouldn't shock me at all.

[NJPanthers12]

On this, we agree.

I think Fozzy played only sparingly last night because he's safe, and I agree he should be. He's arguably the best screen pass runner we have.

The fight for the final RB spot was between Wegher and Todman, and I think Todman won.

And while it is very possible Wegher gets picked up on waivers, I don't buy that it's an absolute lock.

yup couldn't agree more. Fozzy is the perfect 3rd down complement out of the backfield. He's the best receiving back and has a resume  in the NFL. I would be furious if Fozzy is cut for Wegher.

[Jeremy Igo]

Todman is an upgraded Fozzy, complete with better NFL stats. 

 

No reason to keep both. 

 

 

You people comparing Wegher and Fozzy are silly. Wegher can be an every down back in this league. Fozzy, not so much. 

[Jeremy Igo]

Stewart's health is not a given this year. 

 

We need backups who can carry the ball full time if need be. 

 

That is CAP and Wegher.

 

Fozzy and Todman should be in competition for that scat back role. 

[Mr. Scot]

Todman is an upgraded Fozzy, complete with better NFL stats. 

No reason to keep both. 

You people comparing Wegher and Fozzy are silly. Wegher can be an every down back in this league. Fozzy, not so much. 

Best 53 players.

[Murrican]

Big mistake if we cut Wegher IMO.  Dude has the physicality and skills to be a starter in the league.  If he gets a step or two before contact, he is getting 3+ yards every carry.  He gets low and drives forward with his legs, plus he has the vision to pop it outside and the speed to make the corner.  Plus he seems to be doing good on ST coverage. 

Todman is fast and a great scat-back but he needs space to really get going.  While he's perfect for the random screen pass or RB draw, he's not even close to an every down back.  Same with Fozzy, but Todman shows a lot more burst and speed. 

Here's to hoping we keep 4 RBs: J Stew, CAP, Wegher, and Todman.

[CarolinaSamurai]

Fozzy is surprisingly stout as a blocker. Wegher is not. I think with who runs our offense that is a deciding factor in who makes the squad. 

I disagree Wegher blocks better in my opinion.

[Jeremy Igo]

Best 53 players.

Eh, too much is made of that platitude. 

If they had a really great second punter would they keep him? Of course not. 

Mainly used as a phrase to keep the guys motivated. 

[imminent rogaine]

I think Wegher looks as solid as can be. If the line blocks 3 yrds, he gets 5. If he gets to the edge, he gets 15. He puts his shoulders down and runs behind his pads. If he ever gets the opportunity to run behind our (or any) 1st team o-line, i think he does big things. I would rather see this playout in a panthers uni.

[MHS831]

I think Amini gets cut.  He has been often injured, and when healthy has been ineffective.

I have not considered this, but it seems logical.