Cat Scratch Reader article about what offense we will run.

[eViL jEsTeR]

http://www.derp/2011/2/5/1975521/so-what-will-the-offense-look-like-in-2011-part-one

I found this part most interesting.

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Let's end the suspense before it starts. Presumably, Chud has picked up some things along the way from the offensive coordinators he worked for. In his career, he's worked under Terry Robiski, Cam Cameron, and Clarence Shelmon. All three are advocates of the Coryell offense, and in particular the Norv Turner variant. Coincidentally, Norv Turner is the current head coach of the Chargers, Chud's last team. So if you're wondering, the odds are pretty good that this is what we see in Carolina next year.

And let's get the irony out of the way. Our last Offensive Coordinator was Jeff Davidson, who followed Chud in Cleveland. Chud ran a variation of the Air Coryell offense there, and Davidson went to an Erhardt-Perkins system. Prior to Davidson's tenure, Dan Henning worked the sidelines in Carolina, and he also ran the Air Coryell offense. Davidson came here and again changed it to an Erhardt-Perkins system. And now Chud gets to follow Davidson and put the Coryell system back.

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It's a two part article.

[CatMan72]

Great article!

[Ricky Spanish]

that was great. i now feel more informed

[dimbee]

A Cyberjag article.

[Zod]

Too much reading to invest in pure speculation. I'll wait until some jerseys are being worn.

[Mr. Scot]

Coryell was well-known for his ability to put opposing teams in matchup hell. When you listen to Rivera's spin on "offensive balance" it's pretty clear he understands just how advantageous that kind of thing can be.

[dimbee]

What I take away from the article is that Cyberjag expects the Panthers to run an Air Coryell offense... I can't wait to read article #2 addressing how the players will fit into that system. Air it out, Pickles!!!!

[Cyberjag]

Nice to see I can still make you laugh.

[Mr. Scot]

The thought of Clausen running an Air Coryell attack doesn't encourage me much. He's way better suited to a West Coast Offense

Honestly, of guys that are connected (sort of) to the Panthers right now, the QB with the best skill set is probably...(cue dramatic music)...Matt Moore.

I still think our starter for the coming year will be a vet like Volek though.

[Cyberjag]

Scot, look at what Turner did with the Coryell offense in Dallas. There was still the long ball, but a real emphasis on quick short and mid-range passes based on timing. I probably could have put more in there on that, but my fingers were tired...

[Zod]

I think limiting the new staff by assuming they can't/won't devise an offense according to our players and not the other way is a mistake. The past here is not a clear indication of the future.

[Mr. Scot]

Scot, look at what Turner did with the Coryell offense in Dallas. There was still the long ball, but a real emphasis on quick short and mid-range passes based on timing. I probably could have put more in there on that, but my fingers were tired...

I figure if Clausen is the starter, they'll adapt to his particular strengths and weaknesses. If we can't threaten downfield though, we'll be limited in both run and pass. Definitely not Clausen's strong suit.

Again though, I'm not especially convinced that Clausen will be the starter.

[Cyberjag]

I think limiting the new staff by assuming they can't/won't devise an offense according to our players and not the other way is a mistake. The past here is not a clear indication of the future.

Not sure what you mean by that? Are you suggesting we're looking at another offensive system?

[Cyberjag]

I figure if Clausen is the starter, they'll adapt to his particular strengths and weaknesses. If we can't threaten downfield though, we'll be limited in both run and pass. Definitely not Clausen's strong suit.

Again though, I'm not especially convinced that Clausen will be the starter.

Yeah, I was thinking that. Then I started looking at who else is out there, and the odds we get them. Frankly, I'm not sold that Clausen would get beat out in Training Camp by Billy Volek. But when I say that, I'm assuming he makes a decent improvement from his rookie year.

Worst case would be a year two Jimmy, though, which just about has to be better than year one. And our quarterback doesn't have to air it out deep constantly, just enough to remind the defense that he's willing to.