Fans make their voice heard: Want a FA QB

[pantherclaw]

checkout the fan vote on Panthers.com.

What is the biggest FA need?

35% say QB.

[Urrymonster]

I saw that and just let out a long sigh.

We do need a quarterback. We do NOT need any of the quarterbacks that are available. Rest assured if a true talent is available at some point the FO will do their best to pick him up, I think this is telling as Delhomme is yet to be extended.

My prediction is that once all the dust is settled and there are no viable quarterbacks to be picked up, we will extend him and look next year.

[Fiz]

fans are stupid news at 11

[The NFL Shield At Midfield]

Let's trade Peppers for Cassel straight up!

[Fireball77]

So "only" 35% of the people who responded still don't get that defense wins championships and they have far from a championship caliber D as it stands right now? That's not TOO bad...lol

[Kettle]

just looked and voted DL. it is a close second to QB

[CharlotteBeer.com]

Most fans think only in terms of skill positions.

That’s why the team’s biggest need is for a quarterback, after Jake Delhomme’s six turnovers in the playoffs.

That’s why most fans have a No. 89 jersey but couldn’t name another receiver on the team.

That’s why people are quick to congratulate Williams and Stewart but know little about the line they run behind.

And that’s why anytime a quarterback, running back or receiver is on the market, someone posts about the Panthers going after them.

Last year’s offseason showed us how critical a dominant line is. Now let’s apply that same plan of attack to our defensive line. Our skill players are already in place (quarterback is debatable, but I don’t think it’s enough of a need to warrant really going after anyone; at least not to replace Jake right now).

[User Name]

Most fans think only in terms of skill positions.

That’s why the team’s biggest need is for a quarterback, after Jake Delhomme’s six turnovers in the playoffs.

That’s why most fans have a No. 89 jersey but couldn’t name another receiver on the team.

That’s why people are quick to congratulate Williams and Stewart but know little about the line they run behind.

And that’s why anytime a quarterback, running back or receiver is on the market, someone posts about the Panthers going after them.

Last year’s offseason showed us how critical a dominant line is. Now let’s apply that same plan of attack to our defensive line. Our skill players are already in place (quarterback is debatable, but I don’t think it’s enough of a need to warrant really going after anyone; at least not to replace Jake right now).

I think you're off base with the "most" comment. Most fans know their team and are more knowledgeable than you give credit.

[panthers55]

I think you're off base with the "most" comment. Most fans know their team and are more knowledgeable than you give credit.

Most people on this board are knowledgeable. We constitute a very small part of the fanbase. Go to a game and hear the people around talk about the game as it is happening. Many of them don't have a clue.

[CharlotteBeer.com]

I think you're off base with the "most" comment. Most fans know their team and are more knowledgeable than you give credit.

Perhaps you’re right.

I guess I’m thinking more of Johnny Q. Panthers Fan, the average guy who might watch the Panthers game every Sunday, but doesn’t research and keep up with the team as much as others might. It’s no surprise that such a person would think we need to go after a quarterback, especially after Delhomme’s performance in the playoffs. A more comprehensive view, however, might acknowledge how poorly our defense played down the stretch, as well as cap figures and the whole financial side of it.

[Matt Foley]

I'm shocked they ran that poll on panthers.com. Too "controversial".

[User Name]

Most people on this board are knowledgeable. We constitute a very small part of the fanbase. Go to a game and hear the people around talk about the game as it is happening. Many of them don't have a clue.

Umm I'd dare to bet I've been to as many if not more games as anyone. And yes I've sat beside an elderly lady or bubble gum popping teen or two who had no Idea what was going on. I've also sat beside 8 year olds that knew the entire roster, and were very aware of rules of the game.

But to imply that "most" fans fall in either of these categorys is untrue, the majority of people who truly follow a team know who all 22 starters are.

EDIT: I should add the majority of fans are watching on TV, and can't help but be informed.

[manwithcake]

Umm I'd dare to bet I've been to as many if not more games as anyone. And yes I've sat beside an elderly lady or bubble gum popping teen or two who had no Idea what was going on. I've also sat beside 8 year olds that knew the entire roster, and were very aware of rules of the game.

But to imply that "most" fans fall in either of these categorys is untrue, the majority of people who truly follow a team know who all 22 starters are.

EDIT: I should add the majority of fans are watching on TV, and can't help but be informed.

I hear bagpipes.

[PuntJake]

Let's trade Peppers for Cassel straight up!

i like it, although not quite straight up. there are a few million difference which should translate to a later round draft pick.