Lets revisit the Hardy situation...

[Dex]

So the guy made a mistake getting involved with that crazy coke head. We may never truly know what happened that night but one thing is for certain... Despite the outcome of the jury trial Hardy is done in Carolina after this season. (in my opinion) However let me explain why that isn't such a tragedy.

 

First off if you've seen my posts on here you would know I'm a huge Hardy fan. He was going to be my next jersey purchase, he followed me on Twitter and we would exchange hilarious internet memes. But the dude's head just isn't where it needs to be. He is found guilty in court and a week later he's doing a rap concert. He needs to report to training camp but gets in a motorcycle accident. Greg is a hell of an athlete and I love what he brings to the defense but something about him makes me uncomfortable about us giving him a long term deal.

 

Secondly the really good news. Greg is playing for us this year and there will be NO suspensions until after the jury trial. (which will likely be after this season has concluded) That means Greg knows he needs to play his fuging ass off to get a good deal next off season so he can wipe some of the dirt off his name. I believe Greg will get more than 15 sacks this season.

 

Finally with the exception of Big Frank being an idiot every now and then our defensive line depth is solid and we can live without Hardy and his impending massive contract. We already have too much money tied up in our defensive ends to continue the vicious cycle. The selection of Kony in the 2nd round is starting to look better by the minute. Also with Cam & Luke contracts coming within the next two years we need to pinch every penny we can.

 

I'd like to conclude with saying I love the Kraken persona and as long as he's a Panther I will root for him but it won't be the end of the world when/if he ends up walking. There's no Greg in Monsterz Inc.

 

 

yes, league will likely wait out legal process. RT @Dxterity: @BlackBlueReview safe to say Hardy situation on hold until after jury trial?

July 24, 2014

[PantherWake]

I'd trade Hardy for a legit LT anyday

[t96]

Stopped reading after the first paragraph. If he wins his appeal and the jury finds him innocent, he'll be a Panther for many years to come on a fairly cheap(ish) deal. I am very positive of that. If he loses he's gone for sure.

[Dex]

Stopped reading after the first paragraph. If he wins his appeal and the jury finds him innocent, he'll be a Panther for many years to come on a fairly cheap(ish) deal. I am very positive of that. If he loses he's gone for sure.

Do you know who his agent is? Also the big cat doesn't like this type of publicity.

[TheRed]

Well we pretty much know Hardy won't be suspended this season, and depending on how the trial turns out, he may not be suspended at all.

Ultimately I think Hardy will be the one who determines his future in Carolina past this season. If he truly learns from this experience and does all the right things off the field while also having a huge year on the field, and this trial turns out well for him, it will be anything but an easy decision to let him go elsewhere next year. I would not write him off yet at all.

[Your GFs favorite huddler]

I agree with this...I love the kraken but we've seen what kind of decisions have been made regarding players with even a hint of attitude not to mention staying constantly in the media in a negative way...I feel the scenarios you laid out are spot on and he will have a monster season playing for big money next year....you know Rosenhaus will be in his ear about the contract he will get him next season if he shows out...ealy will get in yen rotation and learn from him, he's the future and I feel it's a bright one!

[Dex]

Well we pretty much know Hardy won't be suspended this season, and depending on how the trial turns out, he may not be suspended at all.

Ultimately I think Hardy will be the one who determines his future in Carolina past this season. If he truly learns from this experience and does all the right things off the field while also having a huge year on the field, and this trial turns out well for him, it will be anything but an easy decision to let him go elsewhere next year. I would not write him off yet at all.

If he has a huge season how will we afford him exactly? For the right price I'd love it.

[TheRed]

If he has a huge season how will we afford him exactly? For the right price I'd love it.

Well it may come down to a decision on whether or not we keep CJ or roll with a young tandem of Hardy and Ealy (depending on how Ealy plays of course).

[Dex]

Well it may come down to a decision on whether or not we keep CJ or roll with a young tandem of Hardy and Ealy (depending on how Ealy plays of course).

I know Hardy is younger but right now CJ is the better player and he doesn't have an arrest record. He also has been reliable his whole career. I do think no matter what happens he will be approached for a pay cut or restructure.

[TheRed]

I know Hardy's younger but right now CJ is the better player and he doesn't have an arrest record. He also has been reliable his whole career. I do think no matter what happens he will be approached for a pay cut or restructure.

I don't want CJ to go anywhere personally, I'm a big fan. But let's be realistic, if he isn't willing to work something out with his contract, tough decisions will need to be made within the next two seasons. Luke will have a contract coming up as well in addition to Cam.

[cgarsmoker]

I'd trade Hardy for a legit LT anyday

I rewatched the game against the Saints and the Patroits the other weekend and Hardy really made an impact in those games. I hate to see that much of a difference maker leave. It's why DE's make so much money.

[Hammerin'Cameron34]

Is Roos gonna get cut by Tennessee sorry OT

[PantherWake]

I rewatched the game against the Saints and the Patroits the other weekend and Hardy really made an impact in those games. I hate to see that much of a difference maker leave. It's why DE's make so much money.

Yeah I know. I just believe that we have quality depth on the dline and I feel that LT is a important position than DE.

[ctrcat]

In other words, Holder was a puppet on GMan's strings all along. Absolute genius!! Do NOT mess with, doubt, or question, the Gettfather.