Panthers sign Rams NT Bobby Brown III

[PantherChris]

If BROWN-BROWN-ROBINSON stay healthy our run defense should be much improved that's 1000 pound line with just 3 guys

[Captain Morgan]

cutting Tuttle gives us 605 million in cap space

 

Edited March 10, 2025 by Captain Morgan

[Swaggasaurus]

This makes so much more sense than a 26 per deal for a 5Tech when you’ve already got D. Brown on a big deal. Thank you Patriots. I can’t fathom throwing that much money into that position. Needed the nose, got the nose.

[PadresPanthersFan]

If the run d doesn't dramatically improve fire evero

[Chief Keek]

That's a signing I was looking for, a genuine NT.

[scratched]

29 minutes ago, TheSpecialJuan said:

Panthers agreed to terms with DT Bobby Brown III, formerly of the Rams, on a three-year, $21 million contract.

Brown has started 19 of the last 30 games he’s appeared in for the Rams, totaling 75 tackles, eight TFLs, and a half sack over that span. Despite the starts, Brown has been utilized as a rotational player, as the 472 defensive snaps he saw last season marked the most of his four-year career. The Panthers narrowly missed out on signing coveted DT Milton Williams. Brown is a low-end consolation prize that can still prove helpful in the right situation.

Losing D. Brown early disrupted everything. Not making excuses, but without him we were destined to be below avg. 

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[Jon Snow]

This will set them up to go NT in round 2 or 3. This guy will mentor the rookie backup/rotational guy they draft. It takes rookie DT's 2 seasons to get up to nfl level play.

[Shocker]

BB3 > Milton Williams

[Zaximus]

We have the law firm of Brown & Brown up front.

[Basbear]

Hes a backup NT, the first and only NT on the roster in the last two years.

[Jon Snow]

I think the original plan was to get Milton, Brown and a S on day 1. They managed 2 out of 3.

[vorbis]

yeah I don't think the Panthers got Brown as a consolation prize from missing out on Milton. I think they hoped to get Brown AND Milton. now we'll see who they get to fill Milton's role.

[Basbear]

23 minutes ago, Jon Snow said:

This will set them up to go NT in round 2 or 3. This guy will mentor the rookie backup/rotational guy they draft. It takes rookie DT's 2 seasons to get up to nfl level play.

 

They have been link to the FL kid, lots of attention - Cam jackson

Draft Profile: Bio

A mountain of a man who took the long road to SEC football, Cam Jackson's journey from Haynesville High School through Memphis to Florida shows the steady development of a defensive tackle still scratching the surface of his potential. The Louisiana native spent three seasons with the Memphis Tigers, gradually working his way from special teams contributor to All-AAC performer, before taking his talents to Gainesville to test himself against college football's elite.

The 6'6", 342-pound behemoth made an immediate impact in the SEC trenches, earning conference honors and establishing himself as a force in the run game. His senior campaign saw him rack up 37 tackles, 4.5 TFLs and his first two career sacks, saving his best performance for last with a dominant showing against Florida State that earned him a season-best 77.5 PFF grade.

Jackson's development arc tells the story of a player who's consistently added tools to his toolbox. From his game-winning blocked kick as a freshman at Memphis to his emergence as a reliable run-stuffer in the SEC, he's shown steady progression. His invitation to the Senior Bowl marks a fitting capstone to a college career that saw him total 120 tackles, 10 tackles for loss, and 3.5 sacks across 46 games between Memphis and Florida.

 

 

Scouting Report: Strengths

• Mammoth frame with rare length and natural anchor ability - carries 342 pounds remarkably well and uses his 6'6" frame to eat space and clog running lanes effectively
• Shows some nasty when stacking and shedding - violently disengages from blocks using powerful hands and impressive grip strength to toss aside interior linemen
• Natural power jumps off the tape in the run game - consistently stones single blocks at the point of attack and flashes the ability to split doubles
• Advanced awareness and play recognition for his size - keeps his head on a swivel and shows good instincts tracking the ball through traffic
• Length creates problems for shorter interior linemen - uses his wingspan effectively to lock out and control blockers before discarding them
• Better lateral movement than you'd expect - can work down the line and mirror zone runs despite massive frame
• Strong hands and wrap-up technique as a tackler - when he gets his mitts on runners, they typically go down on first contact
• Flashes some juice as a power rusher - can walk back centers and collapse the pocket when he times up his bull rush

 

 

Scouting Report: Weaknesses

• Conditioning is a major concern - visibly gasses out during longer drives and effectiveness plummets when forced to stay on the field
• Raw as a pass rusher with limited counter moves - relies almost entirely on bull rush and needs significant technical development
• Pad level becomes an issue as he tires - stands up out of his stance and loses leverage battles he should win
• Below average first step and explosiveness off the ball - won't threaten many gaps or disrupt blocking schemes with penetration
• Struggles to disengage quickly when squared up by double teams - can get stuck on blocks too long once engaged

Scouting Report: Summary

Jackson profiles as a developmental two-down run stuffer with the physical tools to grow into more. His combination of size, length, and natural power will intrigue teams looking for a rotational nose tackle who can anchor against the run while they develop his pass-rush arsenal. The stamina concerns will likely push him down draft boards, but his performance against top SEC competition suggests he can contribute early in a limited role.

Teams running multiple fronts will particularly value his versatility to line up anywhere from 0 to 3-technique. His best fit comes in a defense that can utilize him situationally while their strength staff works to transform his frame and improve his conditioning. If he can maintain his play strength while dropping 15-20 pounds of bad weight, Jackson has the tools to develop into a reliable early-down defender with some untapped upside rushing the passer.

With proper development, Jackson could follow a similar trajectory to players like Dexter Lawrence - massive interior defenders who learned to maximize their physical gifts while expanding their impact beyond just stuffing the run. His floor appears to be a rotational run defender, but his ceiling will be determined by how much he can improve his conditioning and technical refinement. A Day 2/3 selection feels appropriate for a player with his blend of immediate utility and developmental upside.

[Shocker]

12 minutes ago, Basbear said:

Hes a backup NT, the first and only NT on the roster in the last two years.

Not anymore