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Finally a true Shula built Offense. Hope it works?

Basically two reasons to try this out. One, versatility. He who possesses it has hand, cuz it makes it tougher to get rid of you. Win for the player. Win for the team. Two, what SetfreexX said. Kinda. Folkerts is the incumbent back-up center. but he can also play guard. Then you add in Remmers trying to learn Center. It does kinda make sense that the powers that be may be trying to open up a roster spot by keeping one less O-lineman. ​ ​ Yeah, flip out Folkerts for Silautolu and I'm with you.

​ Well that doesn't sound promising. Only lead I've gotten in nearly 40 years, and you want me to go with he got blowed up way back when. If you want to disappear, that place is as good as any to start. So I still have hope. Although the only time I really think about him is when Laos gets mentioned. And not all the time, just some experiences hit harder.

​ Well, while you are in that mood, I guess I'll just go ahead and ask. I have an old friend name Jim Hunter. He was in Laos back in the late 70s early 80s. Walked out of the bar one night, never heard from again. So if you run into him. Ask him "Where the fug you been?"

The more he earns, the more he gets. Earn his starting job well enough. Then we shall see what you're made of. If you add up all the notches in his belt, you get the feeling the skies the limit with this kid. How can you not already envision him sprinting around making play after play. Why not expand his repertoire? Give him some looks at S. He' be a beast man. Don't get caught in that trap. You see the Panthers, or more specifically, Rivera and Co. like their LBs to play LB, and the S to play S. Which is where the fun comes in. What they gonna do with this kid when the light goes on? ​ Yeah. ​, Had a well thought out response to your OP, and of course this comment as well. But it was so lengthy, I thought I would turn it into a blog. So, sorry about that. You'll have to settle for second prize. This short retort on your report. If you ain't excited about the way things are shaping up round here. You need to get your realistic view analyzed.

1st. And oh yeah Igo. Nice write-up, per usual.

​ Sorry dude. I apologize in advance, but... Read this as Leonard Hofsteider sitting on a couch with a group of Penny's friends. ​ Yup. ​ Shula. ​ Shows how popular Cam has become. Even that Mr. atl QB has taken to improving his "athleticism" in a feable attempt to emulate him. ​ When Cam balls out, he very well could be looking at MVP type consideration. A healthy Cam will hold the flag for Game Managers everywhere. ​ Cam had a bum ankle since college taken care of. It gave him a bit a problem all year. Hard to be highly accurate without a stable plant foot. Fortunately for us, not so much for you, that ankle is now fully rejuvenated. A finally healthy happy Cam gets to play football pain free. Let that sink in for few moments. Then run away. No...seriously...go away. You can come back when/if you promise to really think about the consequences of having to play Cam not just once, but twice each year. Thanks for listening. You've been a dear.

A healthy Tolbert is an asset. You can never have enough assets. Always been a Toldozer fan. Truly hope he still has something left in the tank. And if he feels good enough to fool around. That's close enough for me.

First rule of marketing. Get there attention.

Damm Igo, another good, on paper, idea. No resting on those laurels on your part. Very open minded, thinking of all angles, always looking for an edge, and all the while, never forgetting to allow the troops input type thinking of you. That said. I would consider righting one of those blog thingys for you. You can count on me not to let you down. And would take the responsibility as serially as the position allows. Also, I still am unable to purchase an ALL-Pro membership.

​ I'll just leave this here. If a healthy, and happy Cam plays to the level we all truly believe he possesses. This team is set up to take him wherever he can led us. If that thought don't put a hitch in your giddy-up. You ain't tryin' hard enough.

​ ​Coaches have both the eye test, and practice film as tools to evaluate. They know who is doing what, and how well they are doing it. Cam having favorites is not a bad thing. As long as everyone gets their work in, let Cam get comfy with anyone he wants. The more the merrier as far as I am concerned. We have a pretty young WR corp. If they stay together for a few years, there are plenty of practice, and game reps for Cam to get comfy with all his weapons. And it is only going to get better from this point on.

I know I'm late. Just wanted to add that MOST QBs get 3-4 years in college, then still need 3-4 years in the Pros to get it all together. Cam only got 1 year of college. He was behind the curve from the start. All the top QBs are wiley Vets. By the time they are gone, Cam will be right where they are. Not really fair to compare the two. Folks always say, it is tough to fool an old vet. Cam is still a young vet. If he is still struggling after 10+ years. Then I will admit he may have missed the mark.

So...what did I miss?

OH SNAP!

How many folks remember the Sports Illustrated April Fools cover story about Sid Finch? Now that was a classic. If you are capable of creating something that innovative. You deserve the right to prank.

I am just not sure that Gurley fits that "Players in the first few rounds should be able to contribute immediately" mode. Also not sure we should downplay his inability to stay healthy. Sure, most football players play hurt. But Gurley has never played a full schedule. That is a huge red flag for a 1st round pick. Lastly, I am just not a big fan of using a 1st round pick on a player that is a "Future" playmaker. Especially at RB where you can usually get good talent down the line. Gurley has talent, no bout adoubt it. I just happen to believe that we just have too many other needs to use a 1st on him.

IMO, we are not quite in RB in the 1st position. We still have a few other positions that need addressing to go that route. RB in the 1st is like a higher priced FA. You only use that scenario when you are only a player or two away from being stacked. We really need a quality Tackle, CB, WR, and maybe even a S. RB just isn't that high of a priority this year. Fill out the roster better, then maybe a RB in the 1st doesn't seem like such a luxury pick. Especially Gurley with his health issues. After all, Gurley never played a full year in college. That really concerns me.

Cam is pulling a Flacco. He is betting on himself. If he has a great year, his payday goes up. If he has another decent year, he still gets a decent contract. The only way he signs a contract before the start of the year is if Wilson signs his and sets a bar. IMO, there are too many moving parts to say with any certainty what will/will not happen with regards to Cam and his contract. Although, I will say that I expect Cam to pretty much retire a Panther. But, by all means, let the speculation continue. It is certainly entertaining. And to aceboggie. Cam doesn't need a SB to be an Iccn. Just keep winning, and making Pro Bowls, and he is good to go. Sure SB wins would add to the legacy. But with today's instant media. Highlights and Pro Bowls will keep him in the spotlight.

There are more than a few good/decent posters. There are also more than a few, for lack of a better word, trolls. Then there are the myriad of posters who fill in the blank spaces. Diversity, it is what makes the world go round, and round.

The thing is, if you cannot get your point across without seeming to be oh so superior. Maybe you need to rethink your approach. Those that can, teach. Those that cannot, troll. Ah hellz, nevermind.

Well...most teams do use Scouting Services in conjunction with there own Scouting Departments. But yeah, not many teams listen to Kiper or McShay.

Well good for him.

I mean it is one thing to be impatient. That is a fans right. It's those folks who disregard the fact we have no money. Then say the reason we don't spend what we don't have, is because we strive to be mediocre. How do you argue with folks who actually believe Gman and JR don't want to win?

IF I really thought we had some money to spend, and weren't. I might look at it differently. The fact that Gman has had no money, I think goes a long way in saying he is doing a pretty damm good job. But then again, I ain't 15. So my patient level is a tad higher. I like where we are heading. Have been for a few years now. My giddy has been up for a while. And I can live with that.