Free Agent Upgrade Possibilities

[Pejorative Miscreant]

Another thread to try and fill time between now and the start of training camp.

Taking a look at the roster and wondering whether the possibility exists to add free agents during training camp as other team's cuts come through. I am breaking it down by position. One caveat: It is impossible to predict injuries (except for Otah) so naturally the needs will change should injury occur.

The names in bold represent the players I think will make the team.

Offensive Line

Center (1)

Byers, Jeff

Kalil, Ryan

Guard (4)

Allen, Roger

Blackwell, Will

Browning, Bryant

Hangartner, Geoff

Pollak, Mike

Silatolu, Amini

Williams, Zack

Tackle (5)

Otah, Jeff

Bell, Byron

Campbell, Bruce

Gross, Jordan

Reynolds, Matt

Williams, Garry

Ziemba, Lee

Opinion: Unless there are some injuries I see the Panthers sticking with this group. Otah is probably the one big question mark.

Running Backs (4)

Poole, Tauren

Rowells, Lyndon

Smith, Armond

Stewart, Jonathan

Vaughan, Josh

Williams, DeAngelo

Tolbert, Mike

Opinion: All set with this unit

QB (3)

Anderson, Derek

Clausen, Jimmy

Newton, Cam

Opinion: Pickles may flash in camp and there could be a trade. The possibility of this is remote. I think this group is solid and understands the system.

WR (6)

Adams, Darvin

Adams, Joe

Ajirotutu, Seyi

Anyiam, Hubert

Avila, Michael

Bersin, Brenton

Bryant, Lamont

Edwards, Armanti

Gettis, David

Green, Jared

LaFell, Brandon

Pilares, Kealoha

Smith, Steve

Wallace, Rico

Opinion: Maybe we could bring in an upgrade over Ajirotutu Other possibility would be to keep only 5 and add depth to another position

TE (3)

Barnidge, Gary

Brockel, Richie

Finley, Joe Jon

Hartsock, Ben

Olsen, Greg

Rosario, Nelson

Smith, Greg

Opinion: If there is one place on offense I would think this would be the position we would look to add an outside player.

Defense

DT (4)

Chandler, Nate

Edwards, Ron

Fua, Sione

Kearse, Frank

McClain, Terrell

Neblett, Andre

Nwagbuo, Ogemdi

Opinion: I think they could potentially upgrade here.

DE (5)

Alexander, Frank

Applewhite, Antwan

Hardy, Greg

Johnson, Charles

Keiser, Thomas

Norwood, Eric

Tucker, Jyles

Van Bergen, Ryan

Opinion: I think this unit is set

LB (6)

Anderson, James

Beason, Jon

Davis, Thomas

Kuechly, Luke

Onatolu, Kenny

Phillips, Jason

Senn, Jordan

Williams, Jason

Wilson, Kion

Opinion: Strongest unit on the football team

CB (5)

Butler, Darius

Gamble, Chris

Hogan, Brandon

Munnerlyn, Captain

Norman, Josh

Stanford, R.J.

Thomas, Josh

Opinion: There is probably a good chance they will bring someone in and Butler will be gone.

S (4)

Campbell, D.J.

Godfrey, Charles

Martin, Sherrod

Nakamura, Haruki

Nelson, Jonathan

Pugh, Jordan

Smith, Reggie

Opinion: Did a lot of work here in the offseason but suspect the FO will be monitoring the waiver wire.

P/K/LS (3)

Harris, Nick

Nortman, Brad

Mare, Olindo

Medlock, Justin

Jansen, JJ

Opinion: Not likely to bring in someone from the outside

[pantherclaw]

I don't see them adding anyone unless....

1) we lose a starter to injury in preseason (knock on wood)

2) Shockey comes back on a deal the Panthers are happy with.

I know we have some cap space, but I believe Hurney will use that during the seaaon to get some extensions done. Most notably, Stew.

[jarhead]

I think he will see what he has when they put on the pads.

[CRA]

People still think Clauaen can be traded? With a good camp? Lol

[CRA]

Need to upgrade at TE IMO. Not deep enough. TE is more important than #2 WR

[Harris Aballah]

Might have entertained the idea of jacoby jones but....I like the young reciever core chud has put together. have to say that i see a few diamonds in the rough on that list tho. Applewhite, j. williams and barnridge are definate keepers. need to see if Clausen could bring in anything other than shame like draft pick or something. wouldn't be surprised if we could get a decent offer for Pilares as well.

[catnip]

Neblet did a good job last year, so I don't see him cut. I hope Mare gets either cut or traded. Clausen should be put on the practice squad so he doesn't take up a roster spot. There is always some surprises, Rivera keeps those who perform. Just

ask Goodson. Otah should take notice !

[Leeroy Jenkins PhD]

Anyone else feel a little iffy about our RT spot?

I mean:

Otah, Jeff

Bell, Byron

Campbell, Bruce

That line-up does not make me feel great.

[CRA]

Anyone else feel a little iffy about our RT spot?

I mean:

Otah, Jeff

Bell, Byron

Campbell, Bruce

That line-up does not make me feel great.

If healthy....it looks great. I think Otah plays. I mean he pretty much only has to play one season and this is it.....after that a team will give him a new deal and he can sit and collect

[CarolinaPanthers8789]

Neblet did a good job last year, so I don't see him cut. I hope Mare gets either cut or traded. Clausen should be put on the practice squad so he doesn't take up a roster spot. There is always some surprises, Rivera keeps those who perform. Just

ask Goodson. Otah should take notice !

Jimmy isn't practice squad eligible.

[CarolinaPanthers8789]

Here's an idea,

cut Ajirotutu, Edwards, Adams, etc... and use a fourth round to take Josh "Flash" Gordon in the supplemental draft.

[Leeroy Jenkins PhD]

If healthy....it looks great. I think Otah plays. I mean he pretty much only has to play one season and this is it.....after that a team will give him a new deal and he can sit and collect

From everything I hear, Otah is still not participating and he is working his way into the Rivera doghouse. I would be suprised if he even made the team at this point. It truly sounds like something didnt go as planned in his rehab.

Bell is servicable, at this point, he is the only reason I have hope. From UDFA to starter, with a full season, could come in very improved. Campbell, all the physical skills in the world if he could grasp the mental aspect. That is yet to be seen

[CarolinaPanthers8789]

Otah has no motivation except McDonalds.

[Jackofalltrades]

At least it's a good thread.