Do you want Plaxico Burress on the Carolina Panthers?
He'll be 35 when the season begins. But he did catch eight touchdown passes for the New York Jets last season.
How would his signing sit with the veterans who lead the team? Are Brandon LaFell or David Gettis prepared to emerge as legitmate No. 2 receivers opposite Steve Smith? Would Burress impede their development? How would Burress fit in the locker room?
Clearly, his skills have declined. But if last season is indictative, he still has something to offer.
I advocated that the Panthers make a run at Randy Moss because Moss is still a deep threat. Burress averaged 13.6 yards on 45 receptions last season. That would put him third on the Panthers in yards per reception last season behind Smith and LaFell.
In a blog and Twitter and talk show world we're supposed to know the one true path immediately -- yes or no, good or bad, sign him or don't.
Perhaps the Panthers do. They've expressed little interest.
I think that Burress, who did two years in prison for gun possession, enhances the Panthers.
But how much?
And is he worth the price?
if we sign him i hope Under Armor adds some kevlar into Cam's gear.
Posted by: slim shady | June 21, 2012 at 04:55 PM
We need him something bad in the Red Zone. He'd complete our offense imo.
Posted by: Ben | June 21, 2012 at 05:19 PM
We need a guy who Cam can throw the fade to in the redone and go up and get it. Smutty can but always draws the double coverage.
Posted by: Bruce | June 21, 2012 at 05:51 PM
Shockey before plax
Posted by: Marty | June 21, 2012 at 06:32 PM
When have we ever had a big name receiver express interest in playing here. He's certainly better than Moose Muhammed.
Posted by: Thomas | June 21, 2012 at 08:16 PM
Gettis and LaFell are #2 prospects, not a number 1. I am tired of hearing of people stealing reps from them. Both are not new to this system, and with Gettis out last year, our receiving core had their chances for all the reps at #2 they could stand, and no one blew the doors off. This is typical old Panther logic: change nothing and hope for new results. Fox is gone, and Carolina is actually a thought for legit players to ask about. Even on a 1 year deal (same as we would be giving Shockey if he asked for it), it is a minimal risk. Who is to say he wouldn't be happy just being in a redzone package while the young guys worked between the zones? I'm sure he has thought about what concessions he'd have to make to come here, if only this fan base would for one second do the same.
Posted by: garsonthegreat | June 21, 2012 at 09:29 PM
Sign him. Quick Fast and a hurry.. It's something to say about a player who has something to prove..also, you cant teach height.
Posted by: Tony | June 22, 2012 at 02:19 AM
Heres an idea, why dont we teach Lafell or Gettis to be a redzone threat? Why get an old player who will hinder the young player development? how about a DT or CB?
Posted by: Spaceman Mike | June 22, 2012 at 08:44 AM
Yeah that was beyond disturbing psycho.
Anyways, getting back to a place called "reality" I tend to think Plax would be a better option than either Gettis or Armanti. He's a tall end zone threat-neither of them are. Yeah he got popped on a gun charge, so what. It ain't about employing choirboys, it's about employing people that get you to the top, and last I checked, Plax has a ring and no one else on the Panthers does. (unless he sold it to pay his legal charges) You need guys like that around who want to be a part of the system.
Posted by: Wow | June 22, 2012 at 08:44 AM
@GARSONDAGREAT. HERES THE THING. ONLY A SELECTED FEW WR'S COME OUT AND MAKE A IMPACT RIGHT AWAY. AND THEY ARE USUALLY DRAFTED IN THE FIRST ROUND. MORE SO, THE FIRST 20 PICKS. IF YOU FIND A GEM IN THE LATER ROUNDS THATS CALLED A SLEEPER. OTHER THEN THAT THEY TAKE TIME TO DEVELOP(LIKE SMITTY SAID). AND THIS USUALLY TAKES UNTIL THEIR 3RD YEAR. HENCE WHY WE GAVE DWAYNE JARRETT SO MUCH OF AN OPPORTUNITY. SO WITH GETTIS BEING HURT IN TRAINING CAMP HE IS ONE YEAR REMOVED. THUS MEANING HE IS STILL DEVELOPING. SO WHY WOULD WE WASTE THE MONEY AND PUT BURRESS IN WHERE IT TAKES EXPERIENCE TO LEARN AND DEVELOP. SO GETTIS/LAFELL WOULD NEED TO BE ON THE FIELD. IF BURRESS IS HERE. DOING REDZONE. ONLY FOR A YEAR THEN NEXT YOU WILL BE YELLING ABOUT HOW LAFELL/GETTIS CANT DO REDZONES NEXT YEAR. SIT DOWN LET THESE BOYS PLAY AND SHOW WHAT THEY GOT.
Posted by: PANTHERSFAN4LIFE | June 22, 2012 at 09:26 AM
Carolina better off resigning Shockey.
Posted by: Par404 | June 22, 2012 at 09:57 AM
Like I said before guys, if he's cheap and really really wants to play, sign em'. He carries the experience and the body of a WR you NEED to get those tough endzone throws. I mean why not???
Posted by: Clay | June 22, 2012 at 10:52 AM
THINK....of all the endzone opportunities we had last year just to be feild goals or nothin and the CLOOOOOSE games we had last year. Having this guy in the endzone can make a huge difference in W's and L's in the columns.
Posted by: Clay | June 22, 2012 at 10:55 AM
the plax i use to know love to party and party hard..he use to come to charlotte alot and buyout the strip club throwing money everywhere..maybe he change, but the panthers are not dumb, they heard the stories in charlotte night life..
Posted by: panther family | June 22, 2012 at 12:14 PM
We had a very good offence last year even without Gettis. All the returners are gravy. The problem last year was defence. Every game was a foot race and that is no way to win games. Put the money to Def every last dime. Beside Lafell had better yrds per catch numbers anyway.
Posted by: MBPantfan | June 24, 2012 at 08:24 AM
If he is a trouble maker on or off the field, we dont need him. If he has learned from his mistakes and could get along with steve and others,sign him cheap.With clause if he messes up contract is void,from that point on. As a player still has two good years. let him know he will only be used in special situations.If he is a drunk or trouble maker,dont need him anyway. Kind of like who we have now,and for some reason,i think RICO WALLACE can shine with time,RASARIO ALSO.GO PANTHERS
Posted by: BILLPITMAN | June 25, 2012 at 12:51 AM
Panthers have 1 great wr and a bunch of below avg dudes!
Lets stop hoping and praying that those guys will learn to catch!! And go with someone that we KNOW can catch and play!!! Bring him in to compete at least! #LetsWinNow
Posted by: T J | June 26, 2012 at 12:11 AM
I don't want Plax, but for different reasons. I don't get the hype on Gettis. He had 2 good games for a 2-14 team. I seriously doubt he'll be any good.
However, LaFell is getting better, as is Pilares. We just drafted Joe Adams and we are looking at Jared Green. These guys, plus Smith, is a receiving group I'm excited about.
Posted by: James Edgar | June 26, 2012 at 01:57 PM
Guys, Guys, Guys... We all know Jerry and Marty are their own worst enemies. They know what they need but REFUSE to do it. Unless the guy is a role model for kids that they can get for peanuts, ITS NOT GONNA HAPPEN! We should enjoy Cam while we can because hes outta here when his contract is up...
Jerrys plan is to spend just enough money to keep our butts in the seats. Their target here is 9-7 or 10-6 and make the playoffs but with the Saints and Falcs AND Bucs getting better by acquiring PROVEN players we will be in 3rd or 4th in the NFC south for the foreseeable future.
Shhh... Dont tell Cam but the Panthers are not dedicated to winning a championship. Their roster moves tell you all you need to know... It will be this way until JR is dead and gone.
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Posted by: Tanya | September 22, 2012 at 12:12 AM
I would def. go with Rice, Thomas and Greene (with Torain next in line)Decker is a nice option off waervis and I could see dropping Tolbert, who is never going to be an option for you. As far as trading Fitz goes, it really depends what RB you think you can get. If it's not a major upgrade you are leaving yourself too vulnerable at WR. You'd have 3/4 maybes, never really knowing who is the best option in anny given week.
Posted by: Mahenoor | September 22, 2012 at 12:25 AM
Be strong Stef. Ever tru lindkin? Get for networking. You can look up people in your field and build relationships.This time of year always seems to bring people down. People get depressed. Be strong and keep networking. Keep your options open and set small goals. I know it seems like you're hitting deadends but keep moving. Soon you'll find a busy intersection in your professional life. Wouldn;t hurt to contact folks in the panthers and Storm. Perhaps they can refer you to someone or something. Maybe make a call or two for you. As far as your personal life. I'm sure you could have any guy you want. I'm positive of it. You can move on that, whenever you're ready. You're in control. Lastly, you're not moving. You need your Yankee and Ranger games. lolBe strong. You have great friends and people that care about you! Things will get better.
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