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some of yall know this, but he has been my favorite panther since we signed him.

I think most Huddlers think we should go LT and I think one of the top 4 will be there at 19. I could make an argument to go Edge, ILB, and get this....WR again (with XL's play and TMac's performance, if a top 2 WR falls to us, we could do it.) We need free agency first--that will tell us all we need to know.

I say this-- 1. LT 2. Edge 3. ILB 4. C 5. WR Of course, I am thinking we can add 2 needs via free agency, but until then, you don't know your top three needs and it is pointless to talk about the draft based on needs before free agency in March. We could splurge at Edge, but I think we could simply add a situational pass rusher like Reddick (Tampa Bay, former Panther) for a season and draft an edge in round 2. I think Jones and Scourton are a pretty effective as bigger pass rushers who can hold the edge, but I think they play both sides. If the Panthers had a pure designated pass rusher (Princely could develop; Reddick is one) Jones and Scourton could play to their strengths on the strong side more. (Hard to describe the OLBs in Evero's system). I do think the second round is where to shop if you already have Jones II and Scourton with Princely rotating in. Last year, Wonnum, Jones were out and we had 2 rookies--I expect growth.

I value this opinion. I just don't see the point in bringing in another young guy--3 edges in 2 years? Nah, I think we try to bring a veteran pass rush specialist to go with Princely---I still think Reddick might be the best veteran for a 3rd down specialist. I think we almost have to draft an OT early--then LB, C, and maybe WR and S.

That was my first thought. However--and hear me out. If a good Edge takes 2 years or more to develop, and they are in "win now" mode, a 25-year old, mature player could reach his full potential earlier--let's say at 26. Then you have an edge on a rookie contract with 5th year option during his prime--25-30 years of age. Instead of spending 2-3 years developing an Edge and then paying him a huge contract with only one or two years of high performance on a rookie deal....Of course, I am assuming he will be, at 25, better than others at 21 or so....

I think there is a day 3 QB or two who could make some noise--with the NIL movement etc. it is possible the QBs fall from one bad system to another and their stock drops/

I struggle to see him anything more than a tragically comical sideshow. He made his $12m or so--time to go blow it

My wife told me to grill turkey burgers-so that is not a good omen for the seahawks. I think the Pats watched the film from the last 2 games of 2024 to see what teams did to make Darnold suck again. Vrabel will know how to do it. I want seattle to win, but I am not seeing it. Darnold is going to Darnold. Heard it hear first.

aside from a roster spot, we don't benefit by cutting him.

I would consider Cam as a QB coach--he says what needs to be said in a positive way

Cam asks some good questions.

Legette is a country boy who played QB in high school. He was learning WR at SC and had a year as a starter--he did well, but he was raw when we picked him. He is not smart, but he is sincere and trustworthy, based on my assessment of him from the outside looking in. He has had to overcome adversity in his personal life, his professional life--so I would not rule him out. He got a lot of attention (his accent) early on and it occurred to me that he might not know the difference between being laughed with and being laughed at--this suggests some possible social weaknesses that a small towner needs to develop in a very competitive business in big cities. So he needs experience, coaching, culture, and confidence. Does he have it? The clock is winding down.

I see what you are saying, but I would counter by saying the feet are part of the mental side of his game. And you say the same thing here--about his field awareness.

And so is Coker. And so is Bryce (if he becomes part of the equation). There is a lot to like about the WR/QB room in terms of "people you can cheer for".

To the OP's credit, Ron Rivera, imo, used Cam at times like a fullback. The fact that he never had back-to-back winning seasons with a stud QB says a lot. The OL was an afterthought. Cam saved RR's job many times. RR was NFC coach of the year twice during that time, but he never earned it. I wish we had kept Fox. He got it. Never had a great QB and won more.

Is it though? JK. I agree. When he was carted off the field crying like a baby I knew his days were numbered. That is not just an injury to a joint or tendon--that is your brain. He played 8 years at a position where he was the best we have seen for most of them.

I was partially right. I stated that he was a rookie.

I have absolutely no problems with Bryce the human being. That is why I hold out hope for him. I want him to be successful

While I can't add to the topic, I can share other unwatchable stuff.

Thank God we are inthe NFC South--

When Sanders was named as an alternate, I was all like, "That's a big ol bowl of NOPE." In my view, they would be better off showing a documentary on the 32 "man of the year" candidates to show what they do for charities etc.

I was afraid of that--and definitely see it. He looks solid. I'd take any of the top 4 OTs--and I am confident one will be there--not sure how Proctor would fit here--but there are 4 I would take.

I really really like the developmental OTs to start grooming as Moton II. (See previous post). In other words, you are probably right--BC could be slowed and Nijman is not an answer. We probably need a T in free agency. the depth at Edge (especially after the SR Bowl) makes me think we draft an OT early. The OT I want (being realistic--after a trade back in round 1): Monroe Freeling (UGA). Forget the "big 4"--at least 3 will be gone.

I agree. He is solid. Another player I think is underrated and with good reason (I will explain): Monroe Freeling UGA Many have him the fifth-rated OT, but I would put him at 2 or 3. Reason? He played the season with an ankle issue and still kicked arse. Here is a write-up that describes him--the injury, in my view, has him rated lower than if healthy all season. OT Monroe Freeling Georgia | 6'7" | 315 lbs Ht:6'7" Wt:315 lbs Class:JR Age:21 (25-Jul-2004) Monroe Freeling earned Second-Team All-SEC honors from league coaches for his performance during the 2025 season. Starting 12 of 13 games, he was twice named SEC Offensive Lineman of the Week after dominant showings against Auburn and Texas, notably grading out at 80 percent with zero pressures allowed against the Longhorns. During the 2025 season, he managed a nagging ankle injury suffered against Kentucky but remained a cornerstone for an offense that ranked first nationally in fourth-down conversions. As a draft prospect, he is recognized for his exceptional reach, mobility in pass protection, and "road-grading" power in the running game. While he has proven to be a reliable starter at left tackle, he also offers significant versatility having started at multiple positions along the line during the 2024 season. Here are some others I like (mostly developmental, but we have at least a year--we hope--at RT) Your boy: The Panthers were looking at Barber at the SR Bowl practices, I believe. Good run blocker--needs work in pass pro. A RT candidate? Shelton would be an ideal swing OT. I really like Bowry. Footwork is huge for a T, and we do a lot of zone blocking.