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He's not a player who pushes the lines or anything. But everything about him is tough and setting the tone for the defense. Opposite of Brian.

Still think they could potentially trade Burns to get a 1st. Especially with Morgan talking about wanting football players that are tough, gritty, "have that dawg in them". Burns is the softest "star" player here. Need to build around guys like Brown and Luvu who fight every play.

Don't expect Panthers to trade back into the 1st. Morgan said 33 is basically a first rounder and just wants to focus on taking good football players.

No because the presser isn't about him. Thankfully he knew that. He said thanks to players and families and then brought his guys on stage.

I love Canales saying he wants ball out in 2.7 seconds or less. Big target for him and Bryce.

Canales basically confirmed that Evero will be back. "He is a huge part of what we are doing" " need continuity on defensive side"

The two jobs I read he was interested in as DC was Green Bay and LA Rams. GB just filled their spot yesterday.

He's gotten HC interviews in back to back seasons in spite of bad teams around him. Teams/front offices see his success. Being here isn't diminishing his candidacy. Do the bright lights of LA bring more eyes? Sure. But he's a known commodity. The reason he wasn't offered a HC position has nothing to do with being on Carolina and everything to do with the way the NFL coaching hires are trending (offensive). Only 1 new defensive coach hired and that was Mike Macdonald who had the best defense in the NFL. The other 2 were already with their teams. If he wants to leave, I'm ok with it but a team is going to trade. He is an asset just like a player is.

I don't see an issue. Waiting to hire the new coach and then letting new coach make his decision on him before releasing these guys from their contracts.

Feels a lot different than the Wilks situation. #1 he wasn't the interim HC. #2 There aren't players out there campaigning for Evero as HC like there was for Wilks.

If he wants to have real good faith negotiations then sure. My problem with him is that he and his agent do not appear willing to do that. So to me, that makes him a crappy team member. He's not average. He's a good, not great player. He's demanding great player money and won't back down (at least from our knowledge). He said he didn't play hard because he didn't have his big deal. As a fan, that's being a villain.

Yes but with 2 3rd round picks. Or you do it this year and have no picks.

Agree. We have to do everything we can to sign a proven #1 WR (1. Higgins 2.Pittman 3.Evans) or at worst a guy with significant potential like Ridley. That's FA $$$ priority one. Then you sign Derek Brown and Luvu. I'd honestly trade Burns for a 1st if they can get it. Be done with him.

I like that Canales didn't shy away from shuffling OL in Tampa to make it work for them. He moved Wirfs to LT ; both guards were new, and Jensen (C) didn't play either. And they were a real solid unit. 40 sacks given up.

I think health is a big part for sure. Also, a more friendly scheme to our specific players. But we still HAVE to bring a potential starter at guard or center.

I think it just depends. There is going to be some nuance to the discussions. Maybe he feels he would be more successful in GB/LA (and is likely right) but won't force the issue. If that's the case, I'm keeping him. But yes, if he absolutely doesn't want to be here, let him go (or try to trade for minimal compensation to offset your future loss)

In the MMQB, Breer speculates that Evero could force his way out to go to the Rams or Packers because he is friends with the coach and they are better teams. I think it's nonsensical. Evero's HC candidacy hasn't taken a hit at all; he's still gotten multiple interviews. If Canales wants him, I think he stays. And I'm ok with Carolina forcing the contract unless they think he will be disruptive (which is doubtful because he is very professional). There is a lot at stake with him being DC. He's a top guy that won't be able to be replaced , especially this late. They also would be sacrificing the (2) third round comp picks for when/if he gets hired as a HC.

I’d agree. But there is 0 indication they aren’t letting him leave if he actually wants to go anywhere . Canales wouldn’t want an unhappy defensive coordinator before the season even starts.

sure but that has Nothing to do with Carolina keeping him as a DC. your post made it out like the Panthers are the bad guys for wanting to keep him even though he wasn’t promoted.

He wasn't offered a HC job anywhere else. If he wanted to leave, Canales wouldn't hold him here against his will. That's a terrible way to build camaraderie amongst your first NFL staff. Don't make stuff up.

I said same thing in twitter and Former panther OL, Mike Wahle responded to me. he said OC/QB communication and scheme play a huge role in OL blitz pickup and stunt pickup. He also said our scheme was almost all straight drop backs with little diversity and our OL struggles in straight pass pro (we know that) He said that’s Campens specialty (I think Campen coached him in GB). Canales shuffled TB OL to match their players skill set. And called plays to match their strength. hope same happens here. Rhules scheme played against our OL strengths.

Torn on this one. On one hand, he's a good ST coach. On the other, he was absolutely involved in the tattling mentality the staff had. I also wonder about Campen. I don't think he can be retained considering how poorly his unit performed even though he has a good reputation. His line couldn't pick up blitzes or stunts. That's coaching. Even if it's with backups, and 3rd string guys. They should at least know their assignments.

This is it right here. People can point to the TB offense stats being average. Or that he had weapons so it was easier, etc. His first job is to LEAD the entire football team. Give direction for the staff and whole organization. He oozes charisma when he talks in these videos. He is personable. The players are going to love this type of coach. Think a younger Pete Carroll (who he learned under for ~10 years) AND then you look at the history he has had with developing QBs and some of his schemes. I think he can be a really good coach. Staff hires are obviously critical. And more talent. But I'm excited.

I haven't seen any "defenders" in this thread. His season stunk. The team stunk. The coaching stunk. It's absolutely his fault he played poorly. Other factors absolutely contributed too. All I've seen are a few people who think he's still young and has the potential to be a successful NFL starter. I choose to be hopeful because it's more fun that way. **You can choose to be a fan how you wish. I saw another poster say this and I like it.**

https://twitter.com/JFowlerESPN/status/1750888703294152762?s=20 Seahawks passing game coordinator Sanjay Lal withdrew his name from consideration as Bears OC. He coached with Canales. Maybe there is something there?