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February 27, 2008
Turner unlikely to be a Panther
The Carolina Panthers need a running back. San Diego's Michael Turner, the multi-talented backup to all-pro LaDainian Tomlinson, is available starting Friday in free agency. But this match probably will never happen.
Turner's likely to carry a heavy pricetag. The Panthers almost certainly won't get into a bidding war for him. If they're going to spend big money on any player -- and that's a big if -- it's more likely to be for a defensive end.
There are other running backs available, such as Dallas' Julius Jones. But a wiser move could be to wait for the draft. This is an exceptional year for backs in the draft, well into the second and third rounds. Even though East Carolina's Chris Johnson's ran a blazing 4.24 40-yard dash at the combine, he's likely to go in the second round. If so, the team that chooses him there will get big-time value for their pick.
-- Charles Chandler
Posted by Observer Sports on February 27, 2008 at 11:28 AM | Permalink
Comments
Is this opinion? Because we usually dont get in bidding wars...we are the 1st and last stops for free agents we want to pursue. Examples Wahle, Lucas, and K. Johnson. If Turner makes the Panthers his 1st stop...there is a good chance he could be in black and blue. My .02 cents.
Posted by: eleaf | Feb 27, 2008 11:34:02 AM
Last year was an exceptional draft for safeties. We all remember how that played out.
Posted by: JanitorDan | Feb 27, 2008 11:47:02 AM
Thank God, the Panthers dont need to spend all the money they have cleared on a backup rb that will comand a heavy payday and hasnt done alot to warrant it.Julius Jones is not any better and wouldnt be much of a upgrade over Foster.Thank goodness the draft is deep at OT and RB, the Panthers are sitting pretty.
Posted by: OscuroUno | Feb 27, 2008 12:09:57 PM
I like how the link from the main page says "Likely" and the article title is "Unlikely"
Posted by: JTA | Feb 27, 2008 12:16:35 PM
Michael Turner will definately be a Panther. The Panther's need a strong backup Running Back. This would be a great addition not only to teh Panther's needy RB position but also to the whole organization.
Posted by: Cameron | Feb 27, 2008 12:30:31 PM
At first I was pumped about the possibility of having Turner, but after I've seen all the options, he's not our guy. I think what the Panthers need to do in free agency this year is pursue one of the two good tackles available. That's either Floz or Faneca. Also we have two or three reliable options at safety in Mike Doss and Gibri Wilson, along with others. Another need for the Panthers is DE. That is something we will have to probably pick up in the draft. I would not mind if the Panthers picked up another WR and another OLB. Na'il Diggs is a good linebacker, but we can do better. If I were the Panthers, I would spend just a little more money on Briggs then the Redskins are going to offer. The 'skins have said they won't spend a lot this year in free agency, which gives us a shot at Briggs. In the draft, with our first pick we really need a RB. Rookie runningbacks have had good success in their first year, as opposed to WRs and stuff. I think our guy is Johnathon Stewart, over Rashard Mendelhall. I watched film, and from an unbiased perspective, JS is our guy.
Posted by: D-man | Feb 27, 2008 12:30:34 PM
Why would the panthers want to place their most "prized" position in the hands of a rookie from ECU? We need to jump on Turner like he's on fire.
Posted by: Eric | Feb 27, 2008 12:31:07 PM
D-Man I like your bias opinion but I just don't think all of that will happen for us. If we could have Donte Stallworth, Michael Turner, Lance Briggs, Brandon Lloyd and a huge secondary change we could easily go to teh Super Bowl and own.
Posted by: Cameron | Feb 27, 2008 12:36:54 PM
D-man, I agree that Gibril Wilson is a quality safety. After that, though, it really drops off, and that includes Mike Doss. Doss used to be a pretty good player, but his knee injury wrecked his career. He was the 4th safety this year in Minnesota. Chris Crocker (ATL) and Yeremiah Bell (MIA) are probably the best of the second tier.
Posted by: Michael Procton | Feb 27, 2008 12:43:33 PM
I would love to see the Panthers pick up CJ in the second round. I've been watching him for four years. He is going to be a steal for whoever gets him. He's a threat to score anytime he touches the ball
Posted by: Jason | Feb 27, 2008 12:45:53 PM
I don't think we need to chance taking a RB in the draft. We haven't had good luck with it at all. Michael Turner has proven he can be a good back in the NFL, unless his price is just obscene, I think we should go after him. Whatever we do we need a Big durable back in the Stephen Davis mold. Get more talent on the OL and find some safeties.
Posted by: Stew | Feb 27, 2008 12:51:44 PM
Good! I'd rather not spend high dollars on a running back to run behind a poor O-line anyways. Let's use the 1st round pick on a LT and grab T.J. Duckett in free agency.
Posted by: Jake | Feb 27, 2008 12:55:34 PM
CJ wouldn't make sense, we need a power back as a change of pace from Williams. I say Stewart out of Oregon, big guy with decent speed and good hands. Potential Stephen Davis clone with better hands! Use 1st Round on RB, and 2nd rounder on Tackle or Safety
Posted by: Cole | Feb 27, 2008 1:24:42 PM
Why are you guys so high on TJ Duckett? I'm sorry, but that guy is just a chubbier version of Eric Shelton. I am a huge Carolina fan and live in DC and that guy did zippy up here in what is supposed to be a run-heavy team. Duckett is not the answer you are looking for. Julius Jones would be a considerable upgrade over that guy.
Posted by: Ditched the Carr | Feb 27, 2008 1:31:57 PM
So much for the big changes in the off season by the Panthers.
Posted by: jbw | Feb 27, 2008 1:32:26 PM
Wait for the draft? Well now, that's an attractive scenario...given the braintrust that got us Eric Shelton, as well as DeShaun in front of Clinton Portis.
Posted by: Mack | Feb 27, 2008 1:39:52 PM
What we should look into is the cost of getting Michael Huff from the Raiders. He's a good, young safety and could be gotten for a bargain price. Our offseason checklist is looking better than it has in recent years with the cuts we've made and signing Moose. I'm excited for next week and the draft in April.
Posted by: JanitorDan | Feb 27, 2008 2:19:39 PM
Cameron, Michael Turner is not going to sign with any team that doesn't promise him the starting job. He already spent several years as LT's backup, now he wants to run the show for some team at RB and he will sign with the team that offers him the most money and the most solid promise of the starting RB job. We could offer him the starting job, but can we offer him the most money? Probably not...
And did you seriously say Brandon Lloyd? That dude sucks, he couldn't even crack the Redskins' starting lineup and their receiving core is worse than ours. He'd just be the 2nd coming of Keary Colbert here. "Ditched the Carr" is right about Duckett too, he's got nothing. We need a much better power RB than him and we can probably find that in the draft.
Posted by: Haywood Jablowmi | Feb 27, 2008 2:34:47 PM
See, the way I look at it, M. Turner is the same risk as a draft pick. He's run behind one of the best O-lines we've seen in recent years, behind one of the best RBs in recent years. He looks good on paper, but that means nothing.
Posted by: D-man | Feb 27, 2008 2:41:00 PM
Guys, Turner ain't coming here and we ain't going after him (wants#1 and $). We have to be going OT #1 in draft, our slot can get a ten year solid if not great left tackle - anytime yo can draft a potential ten year starter = no brainer. (I like Chris Williams of Vandy)
After that it totally depends whose avaialbe, probably RB next but if right FS, DE, DT, WR (lowest need in my opinion) there we'll take them, Panthers braintrust will take highest rated player on their board with these positons being interchangeable. The hopeful point of view is, we have a good chance to draft some real quality at each position thru round four and who know, maybe this will be the year we pick up something good in round 6 and 7 on the other. Lastly, remember Rhyne Robinson is going to be a good 3rd receiver type, and if Moose / Jarrett can fill #2 and there are also two other guys on roster who could suprise (no I'm not thinking Colbert or Carter, gone, gone and I wish we had a new WR coach too!)
Posted by: isaiah | Feb 27, 2008 3:37:58 PM
Please the Panthers want to win and win now they will go after Michel Turner and their a great chance we will land him . Tell me if Marty and John let Turner go and see him light up the score board and they have a okay season again believe Jerry won't take long to say should they stay or should they go. The Carolina PANTHERS WILL BE VERY ACTIVE IN THIS FREE AGENCY so let sit and see what going to go down.
Posted by: telling it like it is | Feb 27, 2008 3:48:57 PM
Forget paying for RB. The signing of an experienced WR is a wise move! The team needs a great tackle in the draft and a great RB. I would see these as 2 of out top picks...I also expect teh team to sign a veteran DE, becasue our drafted ones have not produced....Good line makes good RB. Veteran WR help QB, experienced DE gets to the othe rQB and helps Peppers.
Posted by: Local | Feb 27, 2008 4:04:40 PM
I don't think Turner is our guy. If we are going to spend big money in free agency why not sign a DE. That would "possibly" make Peppers step up and also secure our DE considering we sign peppers for a while. They said they want to stop the run and trading K. Jenkins and relying on a rookie DE or C.Johnson is not helping their cause. Get a T in the first and C. Johnson in the 2nd or J stewart, one of them will fall. We drafted Delo for a reason we should give him a shot. C. Johnson is a stud. Or you could go Mendenhall and get a quality T in the 2nd. That would give us one hell of a one two punch. Wonder what number Jeff King will be now that MOOSE is back? Love the signing of MOOSE.
Posted by: wowo | Feb 27, 2008 4:19:25 PM
Who are the great DEs in free agency this year? Last I heard, Justin Smith was the best guy available...he certainly doesn't fall into the "great" category.
Posted by: JanitorDan | Feb 27, 2008 4:33:29 PM
I like Micheal Turner but I also like the draft as well. It has been a safer pick to get a running back early in the draft (can't miss guys). This year there are about 3 of those in McFadden, Mildenhall, and Stewart. We all know Mcfadden will be gone by the time we pick so Stweart or Mildenhall should be available. I like both but I like Mildenhall more. Main reason is because Stweart played in a spread offense at Oregon and I don't know if he'll translate well to the NFL right away and we need help right now. Blitz pickups are a monster when you haven't done them and in the spread in college your blitz pickup is simple. You don't have to read defenses as much as a pro style offense. I think Mildenhall will translate faster to the NFL than Stewart.
Posted by: Jerard D Waymer | Feb 27, 2008 4:44:04 PM
hey isaiah, i agree with new WR coach.. why does it take our WR draft picks so long to develop? Annoying. Another thing, why does it take John Fox and Hurney's job being on the line to actually start getting good players in here? ITS ABOUT TIME.
Posted by: ET | Feb 27, 2008 4:52:25 PM
Who in their right mind actually thought that we could afford Michael Turner. We dont have alot of cap room compared to alot of other teams also in the market for Turner.
Posted by: m | Feb 27, 2008 4:56:01 PM
Jared Allen?
Posted by: fan | Feb 27, 2008 4:59:45 PM
ET makes a very good point. Both Hurney and Foxy's jobs are on the line this season, even though Richardson will never admit it. Fox's entire offense is built around the power back. He knows that he HAS to have a power back to win and consequently to keep his job. My guess is Fox pushes Hurney to do everything possible to get Turner. I'm still not sure if they will be able to do so, but I think they pull out all stops to try.
Posted by: Matt West | Feb 27, 2008 5:10:08 PM
I don't like your organization anyways, I ain't coming here!
I agree about not spending money on RB. Draft is the way to go. What about this?? We draft 2 RB and 2 OT in the first 4 rounds! That is a can't miss and possibly set your offensive line and ball handling up for years to come. We spend all of our money on a safety, i guess wilson. Who needs a #2 receiver when they have to worry about the run. And then, we go ballsy on the defensive side of the ball. (can we do this?) After the draft we should sign Albert Haynesworth from the Titans. I know we lose a first and third, but we would be SET on both lines. Imagine peppers, jenkins, and haynesworth on the line. They won't see the field much though since we will be running the ball all game :(.
Posted by: Micheal Turner | Feb 27, 2008 6:24:35 PM
DtC: TJ Duckett has a proven track record from Atlanta that Shelton is unlikely ever to match. Perhaps he didn't do much in Washington because he was behind two talented veterans in Portis and Betts, as well as Cartwright, who is much more versatile than Duckett.
Mack, I agree. The Panthers are TERRIBLE in the draft. If only they had gotten Brent Celek instead of Dante Rosario. We'd be so good if we had Tim Jennings instead of Richard Marshall. Quinn Sypniewski would look really good in the starting lineup instead of Jeff King. And man...what if we had Dave Tollefson to replace Stanley McClover. Robert McCune would be sure to make a huge impact compared to Adam Seward. Ricardo Colclough has worked out much better for the Steelers than Chris Gamble. And Keary Colbert has been such a bust that Derrick Hamilton would have made a much wiser decision. PK Sam's contributions to the league have been invaluable; we absolutely should have had him instead of Drew Carter. All of these players were drafted directly after the Panthers' pick at the same position; this is only the last three years, but since they proved your point so well, I didn't see it necessary to go back any farther.
JD, what in GOD's name would make you think that a guy two years removed from being the #7 pick in the draft who's started every game since he entered the league would come for a "bargain price"???
I agree with all who think we need a new WRs coach...he didn't turn Steve Smith and Muhammad into All-Pros, and he didn't coach Keary Colbert up to one of the better rookie seasons at the position in recent memory. He also did a terrible job with Patrick Jeffers. That guy had the talent to be a hall of famer if we had had a better WRs coach.
As for the FA DEs...there aren't any UFAs who are superstars, but there are some solid starter types available: Greg White (TB), Antwan Odom (TEN), Bobby McCray (JAC), and Justin Smith (CIN). Another interesting name is Jevon Kearse, who has clearly worn down, but still has the talent to make thigns happen as a situational pass-rusher.
Posted by: Michael Procton | Feb 27, 2008 8:05:02 PM
Procton,you have to much time on your hands,Your either ......
A: a Virgin
B: a homosexual
OR
C: you need a girlfriend real bad.
Its sad to see you week in and week out try to make yourself into something your not,but no matter what good luck.
Posted by: Ghost of Sparta | Feb 27, 2008 9:52:32 PM
Or how about all of the above. Girl Procton is an insecure little baby that's never even played a sport in his/her life, and finds comfort hiding behind a computer and bashing people's opinions all day. Who does that? Most people on here respect others opinions, and offer theirs with the understanding that it may be different from someone elses.
I have no respect for this ass clown Procton because he/she has no respect for anyone else on here.
Girl Procton, just go away. You are a waste of space on here and a waste of life. You get enjoyment out of trying to make people feel bad and for that you are a major piece of garbage. I know you could care less, but I have no respect for you. Maybe one day you can learn to express your opinion without feeling the need to disrespect others.
Posted by: Proctonlover | Feb 27, 2008 10:04:06 PM
I think it's hilarious that he is going to do a podcast,when any moron with a home cpu and the software,along with a microphone and a web address can do a podcast.It's not rocket science even 12 year olds do them now days.
Posted by: Ghost of Sparta | Feb 27, 2008 10:13:19 PM
He's (or she? i'm not sure) a very insecure person, that finds comfort by posting on blogs all day. He claims that he's played all kinds of sports, but I'm sure he was the little guy at the table charting all the stats that others had while playing sports in school. Procton is very intelligent when it comes to statistical info, but to a fault...he's insecure, and insecure people find comfort in knocking someone else's opinion down so they can feel better. He/she really makes this so much less enjoyable...who wants to post opinions knowing some guy is going to bash it and one up you?
Posted by: Proctonlover | Feb 27, 2008 10:23:11 PM
My favorite thing about you people is that you consistently find enjoyment in attacking my character when I've consistently stuck to the discussion at hand. If you really think I'm wrong, do something to prove it. Calling me a girl (again, it's a fantastic insult...truly among the most creative I've seen) does nothing but make you look more ignorant. If your whiny ass doesn't want to get your opinion bashed, get a better opinion. I'm sorry if I don't buy into mob logic and blindly agreeing with whatever the majority opinion is. That's my prerogative, as well as yours. Perhaps I'd grow some of that "respect" you talk about if you were able to exercise it as well. Finally, let's agree to laugh at the fact that I'm being criticized for posting on a message board by somebody...posting on a message board.
Posted by: Michael Procton | Feb 27, 2008 11:26:15 PM
My personal opinion would be to go after Turner. I know he wouldn't settle for not getting to start which is why I would let the guy start. They can alter who runs between DeAngelo and Turner (if we get him). If not Turner, then we should go after Jacobs. Point is that we need a running back with some experience..not waste money on a rookie in the draft that could turn out to be nothing but a waste..which we have been good at doing sadly. Some people are saying we need to work on the line which is true, but while their available I believe we should atleast try to get Turner or Jacobs before someone else does. The Panthers are always talking about an improved running game and one of those players are a piece of the puzzle. Now when the draft gets here we can start looking into some linemen..OR..after we get a running back in free agency, look for another linemen in free agency. My point to everything is the fact that...we need a power runner that could go along with DeAngelo. Our line isn't great but that didn't stop DeAngelo from gaining some yards...almost more than Foster when he's not even the starter. It'd be stupid of us to not go after a running back right now.
Posted by: Dustin | Feb 27, 2008 11:39:08 PM
To reply to the little argument going on, everyone should pretty much just accept the fact someone has an opinion. How they deliever that opinion is a different story. I don't think Procton is honestly trying to hurt anyone, its just the way he delievers his disagreement that may seem like that to others. If the guy bothers you that bad just ignore it. If you think he's childish...ignore it. See the thing is that if you want to sit here and say things back to Procton such as making fun or calling names, all your doing is lowering yourself down to the level that you believe him or ANYONE else to be. Just leave the situation alone...everybody...and accept the fact that yes you may be right, but everyone has an opinion and you shouldnt sit here and bash their opinion. Im not trying to bash on Protcon because...he hasnt really done nothing but have opinions. Im not bashing on anyone else either, and excuse me for the language but shut the fuck up and quit complaining. It sounds to me that some people may be jealous over the fact that someone else has a better opinion than others...and think they have to literally bash on that person. Someones bothering you...its simple...ignore. Don't be childish.
Posted by: Dustin | Feb 27, 2008 11:52:10 PM
Draft Ryan Clady or Chris Williams in the first round. In the third round or fourth select Choice or Hart as a power back. It's a deep draft, we don't need our complimentary back to come out of the first round it'd be a stupid move by the Panthers. We also SHOULD trade Jenkins to the Raiders for Huff who is on the tradeblock.
Posted by: Nate | Feb 28, 2008 1:16:30 AM
Draft Ryan Clady or Chris Williams in the first round. In the third round or fourth select Choice or Hart as a power back. It's a deep draft, we don't need our complimentary back to come out of the first round it'd be a stupid move by the Panthers. We also SHOULD trade Jenkins to the Raiders for Huff who is on the tradeblock.
Posted by: Nate | Feb 28, 2008 1:17:17 AM
proctonlover: Disagreeing with an opinion and disrespecting an opinion is NOT the same thing.
Lets say I say Ryan Leaf was NOT a bust but the best draft pick ever. You answering "no, he had like 4 picks a game so he was a bust" is not a disrespect of my opinion. You are saying "I respect that you have that opinion but I do not agree because of...". It might hurt my feelings that you do not agree, but you are not disrespecting my opinion because of that.
On the other hand, answering to someones optionon with "your a girl"/"you suck"/"you have big problems" is disrespecting the person which is not only far worse but also extreamly childish.
On topic, I think we should give DeAngelo the was majority of the pick (if nothing else to see if he can handle it) and hence not spend big money or a high draft pick on another RB that will see limited action anyway. But that is just my opinion, feel free to disagree.
Posted by: Thorrez | Feb 28, 2008 2:02:06 AM
Not one of my better spelling day today :-). "the vast majority of our carries" of course
Posted by: Thorrez | Feb 28, 2008 2:04:24 AM
Does anyone have any idea how far under the cap we've gotten due to all these cuts, or where I could find that info?
Procton? That would be something worthwhile you could provide
Posted by: BL | Feb 28, 2008 4:45:12 AM
I believe we are right at the cap today - we had to release Carr to have enough to sign Moose. However, I think we allowed to go over the cap temporarily and don't have to be under it until later on.
Posted by: Authority on Everything | Feb 28, 2008 4:56:54 AM
I believe we are right at the cap today - we had to release Carr to have enough to sign Moose. However, I think we allowed to go over the cap temporarily and don't have to be under it until later on.
I think we pass on Turner b/c our need is for a #2 back. We probably sign another WR. If we manage to trade Jenks, it will be for draft picks, so we may look for help on the DL in free agency. I don't think there are many coveted players in FA this year with reasonable price tags, so don't expect much until draft day.
Posted by: Authority on Everything | Feb 28, 2008 4:59:56 AM
Oh damn, that's not good. So basically we have no room to make any big movement in the free agent market this offseason...just had to cut these guys to get under the cap? That sucks, I have nothing to look forward to 'til the draft then! Let's hope Hurney doesn't f another one up...
On an unrelated note, just read all that above. Would it be possible to make this blog less about mr. michael procton and more about the Panthers? That would be great.
Posted by: BL | Feb 28, 2008 5:02:17 AM
Does this move mean the Panthers don't go out and bring in any free agent WR's? I'm not sure what he will get in free agency but I would love to see DJ Hackett here. Wouldn't pay a lot for him because he was hurt & only played 6 games last year, but was very productive. Not sure how familiar everyone around here is with him since you probably don't watch many 'Hawks games, and he didn't play when Seattle came here last season, but he's young (26) and tall (6'2), and quick. Haven't really seen his name mentioned by anyone, just a thought.
Posted by: NewHerefromSeattle | Feb 28, 2008 5:56:06 AM
With a vanilla offensive line and vanilla running attack we need to sign Hoover. We need all the help possible to open up holes
Posted by: Dave | Feb 28, 2008 6:01:35 AM
One guy who intrigues me is T.J. Duckett. Duckett is only 26 and is the power back the panthers are looking for. He won't command a huge financial committment and would be a good change of pace back from D'eangelo.
Posted by: Matt | Feb 28, 2008 6:47:54 AM
Honestly, I'd prefer to sign Julius Jones. We'd get a much better deal on him than Michael Turner. Turner is going to get a contract bigger than what Lamont Jordan got from the Raiders two years ago, and the Raiders obviously overpaid for Lamont. Julius Jones was good enough that Bill Parcels was willing to trade away early picks knowing that he would be able to get Julius Jones later in the draft. We need to use our early draft picks on fortifying our defensive line, offensive line, and secondary.
Posted by: Swolestice | Feb 28, 2008 7:10:17 AM
The Panthers need to trade Jenkins for Michael Huff of the Raiders. The raiders need a DT since Sapp retired. Sign T.J. Duckett to back up Williams. Take a shot at a Free Agent WR like Berrian, Bryant Johnson, Stallworth, Hackett or Andre Davis I am not 100% convinced Moose is the answer, we need younger legs. If you are not convinced Charles Johnson can fill in at DE take a shot at Justin Smith. He is not specatcular but has a big motor and is a solid starter. If he commands too much cash stick with Johnson.
In the draft pick either a Takle or a DT in the first round. Clady will probably be available when we pick and would be great, but if by any chane either Dorsey or Sedrick Ellis drop to 13 we need to pick them up over a takle. Either one would be a steal at 13. Dorse stock is droppin due to a 2006 injury concern. In the second round pick to opposite position you didn't fill in the second.
This scenario would fill the panthers biggest needs...S, RB, WR, LT and DT and DE.
Posted by: Matt | Feb 28, 2008 7:12:25 AM
Fill in the blanks
QB Delhomme
RB Williams
FB
WR Smith
WR Muhammad/Jarrett
TE King
LT
LG Wharton
C Kalil
RG
RT Gross
LDE Peppers
DT Lewis
DT Kemo
RDE
WLB Diggs
MLB Beason
SLB Davis
CB Marshall/Gamble
CB Lucus/Gamble
SS Harris
FS
Posted by: Chris B. | Feb 28, 2008 7:24:44 AM
Nate is absolutely correct. Ryan Clady is a MUST! With the reshuffling of our O-line he would be a 10 year starter and can step in and play immediately! Grab a big back in the 3rd or 4th rounds. I'd sign a Ron Dayne or T.J. Duckett before then to a two-year deal in case a big back isn't available at our picks. I also think Jenkins should be traded. I'd say package him and our 2nd or 3rd round pick for a first rounder. This way we can grab Clady and a replacement DT that can both step in and contribute right-away!!!!
Posted by: Jake | Feb 28, 2008 7:35:28 AM
Michael Turner will not be a Panther.
Michael Turner will be a Falcon.
Warrick Dunn will become a free agent.
Posted by: CameronIsWrong | Feb 28, 2008 7:46:08 AM
if the panthers want to sign michael turner(super underated) then they should draft a de like harvey or the guy from clemson gholston won't be there. if they want a vet d-end like smith then they should draft a rb like mendenhall from illinois, mendenhall is a baller an would be nice with deangelo, i don't see an OT being drafted in the 1st round, carolina could also trade down for more picks just my .02 cents
Posted by: jimmy O | Feb 28, 2008 9:50:00 AM
This is in response to Chris B "fill in the blank" a few posts above:
FB - Schmidt (WVa)
LT - Clady (Boise State) or Baker (USC Trojans)
RG - Hartwig or Hangartner
RDE - FA solid but not great (or high$)
FS - FA Gibril Wilson??
#2RB - FA or mid-late draft pick
I also agree with the post by "Local" as follows:
"Forget paying for RB. The signing of an experienced WR is a wise move! The team needs a great tackle in the draft. . . I also expect teh team to sign a veteran DE, becasue our drafted ones have not produced....Good line makes good RB. Veteran WR help QB, experienced DE gets to the othe rQB and helps Peppers."
I would like to see:
1st rd - LT (Clady, Baker, Otah[not sure if Otah fits into our zone blocking])
2nd rd - DE, DT, or RB [which ever is not addressed in FA]
3rd rd - Schmidt
4th rd - OLB or WR
5th rd - Chris Harris trade from Bears
6th rd - Special Teamer
7th rd - Special Teamer
Posted by: Will Parker | Feb 28, 2008 11:51:15 AM
Every time it comes down to the Panthers, stupid Panthers fans are always talking about a freaking price tag.
Screw the price. The OP and those idiots on CarolinaHuddle can take "price" and shove it.
Pay Turner the freaking money, because I don't feel like seeing DeAngelo Williams stopped TEN TIMES IN THE BACKFIELD for every one good play that he has, all of 2008.
Posted by: dcons | Feb 29, 2008 3:12:46 PM
Yeah, dcons...why would you care about the price? It's not like there's a salary cap or anything. We should just say screw it and sign every free agent for $1 billion a year.
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