Keyarris Garrett didn't have to choose Carolina, but he did

[Jeremy Igo]

Keyarris Garrett didn't have to choose Carolina, but he did. 

The main reason why he landed in Carolina? Well, he can tell you that... 

 

Ricky Proehl was the main reason Garrett chose Carolina over a dozen other teams. While places like Atlanta are producing "recruitment videos" and other gimmicks, the Panthers are staying true to what actually works. Namely, excellent coaches who take the time and connect with the players. Coaches with a proven track record of developing young talent. 

Imagine being a rookie wide receiver and in your first practice having a coach that can not only tell you how to run a route, but also run it himself better than anyone else on the field. 

Instant. Respect.

Garrett was wise in choosing Proehl and the Panthers. Afterall, coach Proehl has....

• Turned Kelvin Benjamin, who some said was a project, into a thousand yard receiver in his rookie year. 
• Took Devin Funchess, as inexperienced a rookie wide out can be, and molded him into a real threat and one of the better Panthers receivers late in the season. 
• Made Philly Brown, and undrafted rookie, a contributor on offense almost immediately. 

Clearly, coach Proehl knows how to develop young talent. 

This year he has the NCAA's leading receiver Keyarris Garrett to work with. 

Just imagine.

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[juliosantos]

also he did wonders with ginn 

[Jackofalltrades]

Proehl is a huge asset and I see KG paying huge dividends. I like that he's extremely driven but remains humble. The thought of him realizing his potential with KB and Funch is exciting. 

[KB_fan]

So Key said Ricky was key.  Got it!

[top dawg]

Proehl never overlooked KG, and you shouldn't either. 

[Growl]

From now on I hereby decree that whenever Kelvin and Keyarris are referred to collectively they shall be labeled "The KGB."

Edited May 15, 2016 by Growl

[PoundCat]

26 minutes ago, Growl said:

From now on I hereby decree that whenever Kelvin and Keyarris are referred to collectively they shall be labeled "The KGB."

Can we add FunFun and Ginn and make it "The F'in KGB"?

[philp]

I'm sure having an mvp qb in place also had something to do with it.

[The_Light_Brigade]

"KB and the 'Fun' 'Key' Bunch"

[Pejorative Miscreant]

I like the stories and backgrounds that come with the UDFA guys. I really hope they can catch on and make it.  If not here, then somewhere else.  

 

I think folks tend to overlook the impact having one our two guys like this develop into players. I think it's huge and a win/win for the player and the team. Norwell and Philly are great examples.  Guys get paid and in return the team has roster spots filled for the foreseeable future without having to overpay market $$$ for a vet to fill the role.   That savings goes back to your core or increases your ability to build around it.  

[WOW!!]

6 Wr's with 4 being 6'4 and up add Olsen is truly playing basketball on grass .. No secondary can match our size and physicality on the outside...

[Mistuh Jones]

Sploosh followed by ka-kow 

[Saca312]

"We ain't got no wideouts"

 

He's probably one of my favorite coaches from the Panthers. He's been a huge asset, and we're lucky to have him.

[MHS831]

2 hours ago, Jackofalltrades said:

Proehl is a huge asset and I see KG paying huge dividends. I like that he's extremely driven but remains humble. The thought of him realizing his potential with KB and Funch is exciting. 

He is humble, confident, and seems determined.   Imagine the stories that will be written about him when he becomes a productive NFL WR.  I liked the "Yes Sir" answer.  I am old school in terms of manners.  It tells me that he was brought up well.