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Will Steve Smith have a threat opposite him next year?


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The general consensus seems to be that it's a 99.99% chance that Fox is gone next year. So, a new coach, picking new pieces, putting his team together would have to address this issue right?

Hurney is still gonna be the GM so that means that we have a little bit of predictability in what might happen. JR will also still be the team owner. We should have a large amount of cap and Im just not buying that he's going cheap next year. I dont think he'll tell Hurney to buy the farm either but just that he would have to loosen the leash a little if he wants to continue to have fans.

So if not somebody already on the roster, who should it be?. . taking in to account that they will be realistically available.

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I'm in the minority here but I happen to think we are just fine at the receiver position.

We have two young guys that show a ton of potential and usually for WR the 2 or 3 year is their break out years!

Then we have Guy on the PS which I believe is an excellent WR and if he didn't stay hurt in OTA and Training Camp would be on the active roster.

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I'm in the minority here but I happen to think we are just fine at the receiver position.

We have two young guys that show a ton of potential and usually for WR the 2 or 3 year is their break out years!

Then we have Guy on the PS which I believe is an excellent WR and if he didn't stay hurt in OTA and Training Camp would be on the active roster.

We're not fine this year, but we will be - both LaFell and Gettis are ahead of schedule.

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That catch by LaFell in the Bengals game was jaw-dropping. I don't care if it was in "garbage time" that was an amazing catch (and throw by Clausen).

I think LaFell will be the guy.

I think LaFell could easily turn into a WR who amazes you with some nice/tough grabs.....but can't be counted on for some of the easiest ones.

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I don't think you are asking the right question.... I honestly believe the Panthers have found a solid 2-3 combination in Lafell and Gettis. The real question is who is eventually going to replace Smith as the number one??

As much as I like those two I doubt that either one could become legitimate number ones (unless Gettis just explodes, he has more potential in my opinion) although maybe they could combine to become a great dual threat. If we do go receiver next year in free agency or the draft I suspect we will be looking for a home run..ala AJ Green

Also don't discount Armanti yet. No I am not an App State homer, but obviously he has potential. Hopefully Gettis, Lafell, and Edwards will become a three pronged receiver attack that will essentially be like having Smitty...hopefully.

Also I really think Barnidge and or Rosario will develop into a great receiving tight end for us. I know they haven't shown much in the past few games, but give them time and good things will happen.

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That catch by LaFell in the Bengals game was jaw-dropping. I don't care if it was in "garbage time" that was an amazing catch (and throw by Clausen).

I think LaFell will be the guy.

Dont rule out Gettis. While LaFell is more NFL ready right now. Gettis has more speed and better hands. I think Marty might have hit some gold this season. ;)

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