5 Panthers who could be superstars

[panthers55]

Thought this board could use some positivity.

 

https://catcrave.com/2020/08/28/carolina-panthers-5-superstar-potential/amp/

 

Although saying Thomas can outrun some secondary players with his 4.7 40 speed might be a little hyperbole. Then again when did being a positive fan suddenly become an object of ridicule around here.

[MHS831]

I agree-very positive--YGM--Burns--that would be sweet.  I also think Daley could be on this list---and Chinn and Samuel.  This roster is loaded with upside and potential.

If Jackson and Apple were to come out in the same season, we have it made.

I still say that next year's biggest needs will be MLB., LT, and C.

[1of10Charnatives]

2 minutes ago, MHS831 said:

I agree-very positive--YGM--Burns--that would be sweet.  I also think Daley could be on this list---and Chinn and Samuel.  This roster is loaded with upside and potential.

If Jackson and Apple were to come out in the same season, we have it made.

I still say that next year's biggest needs will be MLB., LT, and C.

I agree except about the MLB. I think that having Luke and the greats that came before him have tended to dull our objectivity as fans to how much MLB has lost it's importance and significance as the league has increasingly become pass whacky vs running the ball. Not saying they are irrelevant, because the modern NFL is so competitive that you need good players at every position, but linebackers, and MLB's in particular just do not on average impact the game the way they once did.

As of this moment, I tend to be of the view that almost no matter what, we will have at least 3 needs more pressing than MLB next year. Almost certainly 2 or more on the o line, perhaps secondary, perhaps even D line. I just don't see everything else working out perfectly enough that next offseason MLB moves into a top need for our roster imo.

[Moo Daeng]

2 minutes ago, 1of10Charnatives said:

I agree except about the MLB. I think that having Luke and the greats that came before him have tended to dull our objectivity as fans to how much MLB has lost it's importance and significance as the league has increasingly become pass whacky vs running the ball. Not saying they are irrelevant, because the modern NFL is so competitive that you need good players at every position, but linebackers, and MLB's in particular just do not on average impact the game the way they once did.

As of this moment, I tend to be of the view that almost no matter what, we will have at least 3 needs more pressing than MLB next year. Almost certainly 2 or more on the o line, perhaps secondary, perhaps even D line. I just don't see everything else working out perfectly enough that next offseason MLB moves into a top need for our roster imo.

Looking at the top defenses last year I doubt many could name any of  their linebackers.  

[thefuzz]

6 minutes ago, 1of10Charnatives said:

I agree except about the MLB. I think that having Luke and the greats that came before him have tended to dull our objectivity as fans to how much MLB has lost it's importance and significance as the league has increasingly become pass whacky vs running the ball. Not saying they are irrelevant, because the modern NFL is so competitive that you need good players at every position, but linebackers, and MLB's in particular just do not on average impact the game the way they once did.

As of this moment, I tend to be of the view that almost no matter what, we will have at least 3 needs more pressing than MLB next year. Almost certainly 2 or more on the o line, perhaps secondary, perhaps even D line. I just don't see everything else working out perfectly enough that next offseason MLB moves into a top need for our roster imo.

Agreed 100%.

This team has operated like a 90's version of NFL teams for a long time.  RB and LB heavy, those two positions just don't lead to consistency and wins.

We need to focus on QB, LT (OL really), DE, CB, and DT.  I LOVED Luke, but that doesn't mean we need to replace him.

We will have needs at LT, RT (depending on Moton), C, and G.  Need two starting corners, and another starting caliber DT, will need a QB, and likely another WR.

I would address all of those positions before worrying about LB in any capacity.

[top dawg]

Some may think it funny, but---injuries aside---if someone asked today me which one of them will need to be replaced due to mediocrity in a season or two, I'd pick Jackson. He has a lot to prove this season.

[heel31ok]

always thought Thomas had great potential...just needs pt...

[panthers55]

When does our middle linebacker ever leave the field? It sure didn't under Luke. Maybe our current one may rotate out but that hardly means he is less important simply that he needs upgrading. I disagree that middle linebackers are not as important unless you are talking 2 down middle linebackers. But Like was always a 3 down linebacker and integral to our pass defense. I just think we are looking  for middle linebackers who are versatile and can defend the run and the pass.  And we are looking for guys like Chinn who can play multiple positions like safety or linebacker. So while traditional primary run defender middle linebackers may be in the decline, it is not the position that is disappearing but the players who are one dimensional and can't stay on the field for 3 downs due to personal limitations.

[ForJimmy]

If we extend Moton and Daley looks good at guard, I will feel a lot better going into next offseason. Offensive line and secondary are definitely our two biggest question marks. It will be interesting to see if any young players step up or develop this year in those two groups. My hope is Pride and Daley are two that look like starters by the end of the year. My long shot wish is that Little some how develops into our starting LT this year.