Proehl talks about Damiere Byrd

[Byrdman4real]

Garrett will not make it to the PS. Byrd might. 

[caatfan]

8 minutes ago, jdpanther5 said:

Byrd and Garrett will go to the practice squad (hopefully Garrett goes unclaimed)

There was so much interest in Garrett as an UDFA that I doubt they could hide him on the PS. 

[UpstatePanther]

2 hours ago, caatfan said:

I don't know about that. Ginn's still fast and is a legit return guy. If Byrd's gonna bump a similar type/size WR, I'd think it would be Brown. 

The WR position battle may be the most interesting of the preseason.

 

1 hour ago, OldNorthPowell said:

Slightly less bolder prediction....Damiere Byrd makes the roster over Corey "Philly" Brown. I also say that Garett makes the roster over Bersin.

This is much more believable 

[top dawg]

Yep.  If Garrett shows any kind of talent and acuity for the finer points of the position as a pro,  given his measurables,  he will be acquired with the quickness. 

[Clicheking]

1 hour ago, The Huddler said:

Byrd over Ginn could be the WTF cut of the preseason

 

its about the fit and role.. And i feel like bryd would play the same role as Ginn. But younger and cheaper. I could see gettleman making a cut throat move like this. 

Age and money has nothing to do wit it, it comes down to production. Someone of you are really reaching for reasons to get rid of Ginn. Byrd is going to have a REALLY hard time making the roster over Ginn. Point blank period.

[CarolinaNCSU]

Cutting Ginn would only save a shade under 2 million bucks. He's making 2.75...for a guy who had 750 yards and 10 TDs last year who can also return punts safely. He's also in a contract year, where I think he'll play it out then move maybe move on. Aka, he ain't getting cut. 

Philly was the guy last year who couldn't catch a cold until the season started. But, I like Philly and think he's a fine 4-5 WR...and all things considered played well in the SB. He's the only WR in danger of losing a spot, but it would still be mildly shocking to me. 

KB, Funch, Ginn and (to me) Philly are locks. Garrett has the inside track to the 5 spot over Bersin based on potential, and Byrd will probably hit the practice squad for one more year until Ginn's contract expires. 

 

[Byrdman4real]

Garrett has something to prove. He will have fire in his eyes come camp to show why he should have been drafted. He wont be able to hide.

[MechaZain]

1 hour ago, dksmith17 said:

Philly is safe. Started some as a UDFA rookie. Started 11 games last year. Has had 2+ catches in every playoff game. Entering his 3rd year.

Not saying a lot considering his competition. I like Philly but just decent hands from Byrd would be enough to give him the edge thanks to his crazy speed, and if Garrett is as surehanded as he was in college you can give him Philly's spot now.

I want Brown to move into the Bersin clutch chain mover role. He's a great backup to have too since he's versatile enough to play slot or outside.

[The_Rainmaker]

I believe Norwood will suprise a lot of people in training camp and preseason. 

[beastson]

Byrd goes on practice squad and then sign to another team. I think if Garrett does nothing in preseason, he's going to practice squad and we might lose him too. I think Bersin makes the team.

[Wundrbread33]

Ginn isn't going anywhere. From the return game, to his vertical threat...he completely changes our team.

[Asurfaholic]

The funny thing is that last year it looked like the panthers had its picking of good quality WR. Then kelvin's knee happened, and all of a sudden it seemed like we were only just making do with a mixture of imperfect receivers. Somehow that was ok. 

Having the #1 offense in the league was really special in a lot of ways. It's just so interesting to see things play out. 

 

cant wait for the season to start.

[countryboi]

I think Byrd is still a year away from making this team but if he does take someones spot its most likely going to be Philly Brown.

[The Huddler]

1 hour ago, Clicheking said:

Age and money has nothing to do wit it, it comes down to production. Someone of you are really reaching for reasons to get rid of Ginn. Byrd is going to have a REALLY hard time making the roster over Ginn. Point blank period.

i like ginn and im not teaching for reasons. its my WTF cut for a reason. we cut a corner for longevity and continuity moving forward. i could see it happening in that role because byrd could be here fir a long time as opposed to Ginn. maybe get on the continuity train now rather than later