First Down Brenton Bersin

[dilated_diatribe]

Brenton Bersin is the feel good story of the year. A guy out of Wofford College that grew up in Charlotte as a Panthers fan is now making a real difference for the team on the field. Quite a few folks here have Stephen Hill replacing Bersin on the regular roster, but I don't see it happening. All Bersin does is exactly what he is expected to do, namely make a catch when called upon.

 

I asked Brenton about his role on the team.

 

"I only go in when Cotch, Avant, or Kelvin get a breather" Bersin replied. "So I gotta be ready to go no matter what."

 

Bersin now has 4 completions in the NFL, 3 of which were for first downs. "I try to get a first down after every catch" he remarked.

 

One thing I noticed was how well Bersin wraps up the ball after the catch. 

 

 

"I go in there for maybe one or two plays a game, I can't fumble."

 

Bersin gets it.

 

Brenton is the ideal role player at WR for this team. He understands what he can do, and just as importantly what he must never do.

 why does he not get more snaps?????he is so clutch he did the same thing in preseason it seems like every catch it a 20 yard first down when we really need it. Philly also can stretch the field so why not more go routes for him?

[igor]

Wish we could give him more playing time

[Port City Cat Fan]

First down bersin. I can say we are undefeated while wearing his jersey. Get it lord farquad!

[PantherFanOne]

Any chance he can apply that attitude and skill towards catching punts??

 

Someone mentioned Bersin wasn't shifty enough to return punts but with his sure hands and the way he secures the ball, every punt return wouldn't leave us holding our breath hoping the ball wouldn't be dropped.

Bersin could probably fill the punt return role in a pinch because he returned 15 punts for 125 yards  when he played for Wofford He is 6'3" 210 lb. and pretty strong,so he wouldn't go down as easy as some smaller punt returners when hit.

[Swaggasaurus]

His first down signal is smooth. He has a really cool confidence about him

[CRA]

Not shifty enough for punt returns. He is back there on kickoffs though.

Mark Jones wasn't shifty or fast

Mark Jones could field punts, fair catch the right ones and follow blocks.

[Oldmanrivera]

Posted this a bunch but i gotta post it again, shouted you da man bersin! After the detroit game.

[RJK]

Just have Bersin catch the ball and hand it off to philly

[cbully]

I still say he looks like the fastest WR we have... others say its the hair... you decide

[The KP]

why does he not get more snaps?????he is so clutch he did the same thing in preseason it seems like every catch it a 20 yard first down when we really need it. Philly also can stretch the field so why not more go routes for him?

I think the team is hesitant to trot out too many

"Rookies" on a single play. Cam needs a few veterans in there to help conduct the offense.

Think about a formation with Philly, Bersin, and Benji. Then you have a running back that just got here behind Cam...The coaches are being cautious.

[FuFuLamePoo]

Can't wait to see him next year. After a year of learning he will play lights out. I've been very impressed with him so far.

yup. He'll take Avant's role next year

[DaveThePanther2008]

17.5 yards per catch.  Highest on the team.  Four targets Four Catches.

 

If we could somehow handle 4 WRs it would be fun to spread the field and let him work one on one with someone.  His size and sure hands makes him a great target.

[PandaPancake]

17.5 yards per catch. Highest on the team. Four targets Four Catches.

If we could somehow handle 4 WRs it would be fun to spread the field and let him work one on one with someone. His size and sure hands makes him a great target.

Only four catches and no drops? Patriots offer to trade him for $13 million a year, four years guaranteed, but we have to take LaFell back

[DaveThePanther2008]

Only four catches and no drops? Patriots offer to trade him for $13 million a year, four years guaranteed, but we have to take LaFell back

 

I'll keep the Current #11 over the old #11.