A glimpse into how the team deals with player issues...

[Mr. Scot]

...can be found reading this Observer article about Frank Alexander

http://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/carolina-panthers/article22642725.html

Alexander said he also felt the support of Panthers general manager Dave Gettleman and coach Ron Rivera.

“They kept it real with me about the consequences if I make another mistake. But all in all, they were real supportive,” Alexander said. “It’s kind of like what Mr. Gettleman told me, ‘I’ve got a son your age. I know y’all can make some bonehead decisions.’

“Coach Rivera was the same way. ‘We’re going to stick behind you.’"

Alexander wants to reward the organization's faith by raising his performance on the field and making good decisions off it.

Lots more at the link about interaction with coaches, trainers, etc.

[Jangler]

Saltpeter would solve a lot of problems.

 

Don't snopes that. ;)

[PantherPhann89]

Sounds positive, like we're not only  building a team but a foundation as well...

[Jon Snow]

It's do or die for big Frank this year so he better keep off the herb and step up on the line.   Looks like he's successfully dealt with the weed use so now he has only to play some lights out football.   I'm pulling for him as we need him and Kony to be our future DE stars now the Greg poo the bed here and Big Money is becoming too expensive to keep mugh longer.

[MHS831]

I understand that he has seen the light.  An active member of the Elevation Church, drug free for nearly a year.   I wonder if he is the reason we did not pursue a DE in the draft or free agency.

Technically, Alexander is in that third year--when Johnson and Hardy exploded onto the scene.  (Yes, I know he has 4 years under his belt).

I love his comment about not being nervous about the drug screenings if you don't smoke.

I also love Gettlemen's comment to him about being a bonehead.

[PantherRN]

I think we can all look back at stupid mistakes we made in our late teens early twenties. The important thing is learning from those mistakes and growing as an individual from the consequences.

I'm glad Frank found another coping mechanism for his stress. While I might not see much difference between the moderate use of alcohol and weed, he still has to realize that society at large does. As long as it is illegal it's just not worth it costing you a shot to make millions in the NFL. I hope Frank has come to this realization and can be a big contributor this season!

[jasonluckydog]

in 3 months we will all be like Greg who?

[teeray]

I had high hopes for Big Frank.  I hope he explodes onto the scene this season.  I think he had a really good camp last year, and he has the ability to be a really good DE

[caatfan]

I hope his talent equals his determination. At least he kept his head in the game last year, and I'm encouraged by his training camp MVP status.

[rodeo]

Sweet cult!

​Totally normal bro

 We serve a Lead Pastor who seeks and hears from God.
We serve a Lead Pastor we can trust.
We serve a Lead Pastor who pours into us spiritually and professionally.
We serve a Lead Pastor who goes first.

[PantherRN]

​Totally normal bro

 We serve a Lead Pastor who seeks and hears from God.
We serve a Lead Pastor we can trust.
We serve a Lead Pastor who pours into us spiritually and professionally.
We serve a Lead Pastor who goes first.

Sounds legit.

[Montsta]

Let's not drift this thread into the Tinderbox now guys

[Mr. Scot]

I had high hopes for Big Frank.  I hope he explodes onto the scene this season.  I think he had a really good camp last year, and he has the ability to be a really good DE

Had?

[MHS831]

Sweet cult!

Better than drugs.