Punisher Express Lee Ward Hype Train Update

[Jeremy Igo]

Lee continues to get reps in camp. He is 2 for 2 in catching out of the backfield and being a reliable blocker. 

 

He is also used in play action fakes and has proven to be a solid protection back. (You might have seen that at fan fest if you were paying close attention, Ward had a fantastic blitz pickup on a LB) 

[Jeremy Igo]

The may opt to really limit Ward in the preseason, not giving the NFL any game tape on him to increase the chances he won't get picked up off waivers before practice squad placement. 

[RelaxImaPro]

fug practice squad, if he's looking as good as you say he's been then it's about time to dump some guys like Brockel and Webb to make room for more valuable roster additions.  Always thought Hartsock was the better TE between him and Brockel anyways.

We want to pound the football down people's throats... and a good blocking FB can help do wonders for that.

[ecu88]

The may opt to really limit Ward in the preseason, not giving the NFL any game tape on him to increase the chances he won't get picked up off waivers before practice squad placement. 

I wonder how many team scouts visit as fans to see how others perform that might get put on the practice squad?

[KSpan]

The may opt to really limit Ward in the preseason, not giving the NFL any game tape on him to increase the chances he won't get picked up off waivers before practice squad placement. 

How has he looked compared to Brockel?

[IGSaint]

The may opt to really limit Ward in the preseason, not giving the NFL any game tape on him to increase the chances he won't get picked up off waivers before practice squad placement. 

I can't remember but was Tyler Gaffney given a lot of rep in preseason? He was still taken by the Patriots though. If the Panthers really like Ward then they should not fug around and find a way to put him on the team even if it means cutting a vet. 

[London Loves Luke]

I don't think its an exaggeration to suspect that Gettleman's draft acquisitions are looked at more closely by other team's GMs/scouts. I think last year with Gaffney proves that GMs around the league are watching the players that DG picks up which obviously makes it difficult to hide talent at the end of the roster, but is a result of his success and reputation through the league as a talent evaluator.  

[Jeremy Igo]

I can't remember but was Tyler Gaffney given a lot of rep in preseason? He was still taken by the Patriots though. If the Panthers really like Ward then they should not fug around and find a way to put him on the team even if it means cutting a vet. 

injured first day of camp

[Panthro]

is it ward vs tolbert or ward vs brockel?

 

or none of the above

[Snake]

I say we either use Tolbert as a back or its Ward to the PS. No one is going to pick up a blocking FB in this league. 

[SCP]

Ward is younger than Brockel.  If Ward can contribute on STs then I would roll with him.

[thefuzz]

Brockel will be a FA after this season, and will only count 85k against the cap if we cut him.

 

We would have Ward under contract for 3 years, at peanuts.  

 

Take the younger, cheaper player, especially if they can play.

[Cuttinedge]

I've never seen any threads started on how great a blocker Brockel is(or for that matter what exactly is his "specialty ") 

Time for a youth infusion. I'd roll with Ward

[davos]

I've never seen any threads started on how great a blocker Brockel is(or for that matter what exactly is his "specialty ") 

Time for a youth infusion. I'd roll with Ward

Not to peg Brockel but if you follow him on kickoffs, he's incredibly frustrating IMO.  Actually, that's been most of our guys in recent years so maybe it's more coaching.