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Panthers turn down trade offers for Dan Connor


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By Pat Yasinskas

The Carolina Panthers have fielded several trade inquiries about linebacker Dan Connor this offseason, according to league sources. But the sources say the Panthers have made it clear to other teams that they’re not letting Connor go.

Although Connor has been mostly a backup and special-teams player in his first two seasons, he is expected to compete for a starting job this season. The Panthers released veteran linebackers Na’il Diggs and Landon Johnson last season.

In recent days, coach John Fox and general manager Marty Hurney specifically have mentioned Connor as a player they expect to step up this season. They also have mentioned linebacker James Anderson as another player who has a chance to earn more playing time this season.

http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcsouth/post/_/id/9116/carolina-panthers-turn-down-connor-trade-trade-talk

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Yeah Panthers website has an article raving about Connor playing SAM in place of Diggs and how well he did against them. Something like 10 tackles and a fumble recovery. Also talks about how hes been putting in extra work try to improve his speed and strength. I say hes earned his chance and Im excited to see what he can do starting.

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What Connor lacks in athletic ability he makes up in good instincts and hard work. I mean every time he is in the game this dude is around the ball carrier and thats something you cant teach. I really think if he could be a good Sam.

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