Jump to content

  • Welcome!

    Register and log in easily with Twitter or Google accounts!

    Or simply create a new Huddle account. 

    Members receive fewer ads , access our dark theme, and the ability to join the discussion!

     

Carolina Panthers Training Camp Update - 7-30 - Improved Taste!

Zod

By Zod,
in Carolina Panthers

Recommended Posts

Zod Grand Master

Zod

Posted
Posted

Greetings from Spartanburg, where the chicken is always fried and the sweet tea runs like the river Nile. Today was a very spirited and competitive camp. If you are a fan of defensive football, it was awesome. If you are a fan of offensive football... not so much.

 

The day started with a gladiator type competition between the defensive and offensive units. The guys really got into it, with Cam being the ring leader. There was plenty of trash talk as 3 OL and 3 DL lined up and went at it in the middle of a player circle. Here is Cam jumping around and getting his unit hyped up.

Carolina-Panthers-Training-Camp-4-2.jpg

 

Steve Smith was not in pads today, but his presence was still felt. He seems to have more of a bond with Lafell this year.

Carolina-Panthers-Training-Camp-4-1.jpg

 

There was a great pass blocking drill, defensive players vs offensive players (RBs and TEs). This is a crucial drill to keep Cam injury free. Captain Munnerlyn lined up against Deangelo Williams and Captain absolutely blew DWill up. This got the defense pumped and a loud "You asked for it and you got it" was heard. Captain continued to jaw DWill a bit to make sure he got the point.

Carolina-Panthers-Training-Camp-4-3.jpg

 

Barner had mixed results in this drill, but seemed to improve as it developed. He was able to hold his own against Luke. Between Barner running low and now showing blocking improvement, he may be the most coachable rookie on the field.

Carolina-Panthers-Training-Camp-4-4.jpg

 

The run offense was able to create a few holes again for the guys to go through.

Carolina-Panthers-Training-Camp-4-5.jpg

 

Carolina-Panthers-Training-Camp-4-6.jpg

 

But unfortunately for Armond Smith, the D was able to strip the ball and recover his fumble. Credit Ben Jacobs with the strip.

Carolina-Panthers-Training-Camp-4-7.jpg

 

One thing about Luke Kuechly that has contributed to his quick success, is how many questions he asks. He isn't afraid to stop a drill and seek advice the coach or Thomas Davis. This is something I think a lot of young players don't understand. The coaches do not expect you to know everything, and the fact that you are asking relevant and intelligent questions would only impress them.

Carolina-Panthers-Training-Camp-4-11.jpg

 

Captain Munnerlyn jumped an Armanti Edwards route and made a really nice interception. Cam was off target and Captain took advantage. I don't think there was much Armanti could have done to prevent it, just a great heads up play by Captain.

Carolina-Panthers-Training-Camp-4-13.jpg

 

I saw A LOT of this today. See Luke near Cam and slowing up? Thats a sack. If Luke was allowed to stay at full speed his arms would be around Cam by the time this frame is taken.

Carolina-Panthers-Training-Camp-4-14.jpg

 

I saw a lot of this today as well. Cam not following through on passes, bad form when he did have the room to put everything into the throw and stepping into it.

Carolina-Panthers-Training-Camp-4-15.jpg

 

Hixon made some nice grabs today, I feel his stock is rising. We need this 8 year vet to show some leadership to the other young guys when Smitty is not there.

Carolina-Panthers-Training-Camp-4-20.jpg

 

The defense made some very nice plays today in pass defense. Here Russell grabs an interception. He came down with it clean. Could be a decent safety prospect.

Carolina-Panthers-Training-Camp-4-21.jpg

 

Brandon Williams is starting to get some notice. He had some nice grabs today.

Carolina-Panthers-Training-Camp-4-22.jpg

 

 

This picture is guaranteed to drive you crazy. Want to give up an easy TD? How about having Fua and Nak in the mix.

Carolina-Panthers-Training-Camp-4-23.jpg

 

Cam did have a rough day today. DWill gave him some words of encouragement after practice. Better to get this stuff out of your system and fixed now as opposed to a month from now. This is what training camp is all about.

Carolina-Panthers-Training-Camp-4-24.jpg

 

 

 

Thats it for today folks. No camp tomorrow, but I shall be back at it on Thursday.

Link to comment
Share on other sites
Gabeking Newbie

Gabeking

Posted
Posted

Bad days are what training camp is all about IMO, shake off all the rust and get 'em out of your system early before it really matters. The OLine concerns are a different matter.. But as long as these bad days aren't too consistent he should be fine.

Link to comment
Share on other sites
OnlyPantherFaninMaine Proficient

OnlyPantherFaninMaine

Posted
Posted

Brandon Williams is the guy I'm pulling for. He is the definition of a physical specimen. Absolute freak. I hope he can stay healthy and be a weapon in the passing game because he is a great athlete that had a lot of promise and potential at Oregon. He is likely still rusty but I have a feeling will impress by the time pre-season games roll around. 

Link to comment
Share on other sites
TheRed Newbie

TheRed

Posted
Posted

Awesome as usual Zod. I'm glad to hear Hixon is making some noise out there, we need both him and Brandon Williams to succeed for us. I'm also trying to temper my excitement for Barner, but it isn't working very well.

 

I'm still confused by this continued flow of conflicting reports on the day for Cam.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Archived

This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies.

Go to topic listing

  • PMH4OWPW7JD2TDGWZKTOYL2T3E.jpg

  • Topics

  • Posts

    • NCBlu
      Thoughts on using AI for drafting?

      By NCBlu · Posted

      Why? AI already taking jobs, running up power bills, drinking all the water and just bad for the environment but hey lest try to shoehorn another useless way to use it.          
    • Soul Rebel
      2026 Mock Drafts

      By Soul Rebel · Posted

      I'm going rogue in R1 but there's so much confusion around us. Last year, we were going Walker or Williams and caught folks off guard with TMac. The previous year we LOVED Legette and it was no surprise when his name was called. This year, I think we nail three areas that weren't totally addressed in FA.  R1 - Kayden McDonald Full disclosure, I want Thienemann here, but think he goes before 19. Some might see an "overdraft" but McDonald unlocks so many people on our D. Having a DT the caliber of McDonald let's Lloyd, Wallace and the newly drafted Hill flood the offensive backfield. Also opens up Moehrig and our EDGES to eat. Lastly, it also removes all the pressure on DB to be the primary facilitator in the trenches and A'Shawn will be missed. I don't care about Turk. McDonald is the only true DT worth of a R1 grade and Morgan seals up our trenches here w/ a kid from a blue blood school. R2 - Anthony Hill Jr *trade up*  I love JRod, but think a smart team takes him at the end of R1 (Seattle, NE w/ two d-minded coaches). Hill, Jr is a beast and lost in the shuffle with all the Styles/Allen/Rodriguez hype. He and Lloyd with DB and McDonald up front and flanked by Scourton/Phillips is nasty.  R3 - Hecht/Lew/Center du jour Let's stop the madness with ignoring this position in the draft. We need one and should start normalizing the capital invested in our OL with someone on a draft contract. He won't need to start day 1, but I think the right selection will push for starter reps. R4 - Bud Clark Not sure if he's here in R4 where we pick, but would fit the "type" of FS/roamer that we need opposite Moehrig and Ransom. Allows us to run 3-safety looks and really keep teams guessing with personnel packages. R5 - Kendrick Law The kind of WR we need. IDK if he's any different than Horn, Jr or Metchie but Law could be a dart throw that brings a deep threat to our WR corps I'm guessing one of the R5 picks is used to move up in R2 along with a '27 day 3 pick.   Post-draft, I sign Njoku to bring in a vet at TE. I'm also keeping my eyes open for pre-week 1 team cuts for a young CB that we could bring in to maybe plan for Mike Jack's departure next year. Flame away.... I know the McDonald pick will not make people happy.  
    • rebelrouser
      Thoughts on using AI for drafting?

      By rebelrouser · Posted

      Classic example on what AI is not currently good for.  It will create a baseline of statistics (which are fine but must be used alongside tape and other evals) and partner that with every rumor mongering dips*&$t on the web.  
×
×
  • Create New...