Training Camp Notes and Photos - Day 13

[Jeremy Igo]

The weather was dismal, and the Panthers passing game wasn't far behind. Today, the Carolina Panthers just could not put it together offensively. 

The day started like any other, Cam Newton gave Offensive Line Coach John Matsko a fist bump to start off the day. 

But from the very first drills, you could tell how this day was going to go. Simple connections from Cam Newton to Kelvin Benjamin in passing drills misfired. When those misfire.... you are in for a long day. 

Things did not get easier for the offense once the defense took the stage. 

Josh Norman has a solid day today, breaking up multiple passes and performing very well against Kelvin Benjamin. This is good news for the Panthers, as they will face taller receivers from time to time this season. 

 

This is how the entire day went. Passes were more often off than not. And when the passes were on target, often times they were broken up by a hungry defender. 

 

Melvin White made a very nice break on a ball intended for Brenton Bersin and received much praise from the defensive coaching staff for his efforts. 

Sometimes the ball never made it into the picture frame, probably not a good thing. 

Corey Brown was able to get behind Josh Norman for what could have been a touchdown, but could only watch as the ball landed well in front of him. 

Colin Jones, not wanting to be left out, also got in on the act. 

Of course, not all of the passes were miscues. 

Devin Funchess did show signs of life over the middle with a nice grab from Cam Newton. Funchess took a shot from safety Kurt Coleman, but administered more of a blow than he received. Funchess continued on with the play as Coleman lay on the ground. While an interesting play to watch, I doubt the same result would have occurred if pads were on and contact allowed. 

Overall, the Panthers offense today seemed like it was either jumping ahead to practice against the Miami Dolphins tomorrow, or ready to head back to Charlotte. The intensity wasn't there. The focus wasn't there. If they play this was tomorrow, they may get embarrassed on their own practice field against Miami. 

I don't think that will happen. Look for the Panthers offense to rebound and use today's performance as motivation. 

Until then.... 

 

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[Lilsmitty09]

Even with great targets for Cam and an upgraded OL, I still fear for our Offense. I just feel like Shula is pulling us down. I hope he proves me wrong. In 2013 with Ginn in the mix he wasn't half bad, but just in general, I feel like he is limiting Cam and this offenses ability.

[SOJA]

ok is that an Aquaman underarmour Cam is sporting ?

[csx]

Even with great targets for Cam and an upgraded OL, I still fear for our Offense. I just feel like Shula is pulling us down. I hope he proves me wrong. In 2013 with Ginn in the mix he wasn't half bad, but just in general, I feel like he is limiting Cam and this offenses ability.

Is he making Cam have a bad day even in drills? 

[KB_fan]

Jeremy, a question.  Were all 3 QBs off with their throws?  If so, any chance that coaches were trying to work with them on changing something with mechanics that could have put them all off-stride?  Or maybe something was going on in camp last night that kept them all from getting enough rest... 

Just wondering aloud, because if all 3 were throwing poorly, unrelated to defensive pressure, it seems like there must be some broader explanation.

[FuaMeOnce]

Were there issues with wet practice footballs or really damp conditions?  

 

[Jeremy Igo]

Jeremy, a question.  Were all 3 QBs off with their throws?  If so, any chance that coaches were trying to work with them on changing something with mechanics that could have put them all off-stride?  Or maybe something was going on in camp last night that kept them all from getting enough rest... 

Just wondering aloud, because if all 3 were throwing poorly, unrelated to defensive pressure, it seems like there must be some broader explanation.

Yes, all three had bad days. It just seemed like a really bad vibe all day. Low energy, low enthusiasm. I think they just hit a wall, happens at most camps. I just hope they don't get embarrassed by the dolphins tomorrow and come out energized. 

[Jeremy Igo]

Were there issues with wet practice footballs or really damp conditions?  

 

Nah, it was damp out but it didn't rain at all. 

[SOJA]

With the New 52 arc, and Jason Momoa casted for the live adaptation, Aquaman is cool again.

i know that's why i was excited

[cultclassiccat]

Should I click on Russian Senior Singles or not? I'm thinking yes.  I mean their 40-55 still look like 29ish...

[Nick_81]

Yes, all three had bad days. It just seemed like a really bad vibe all day. Low energy, low enthusiasm. I think they just hit a wall, happens at most camps. I just hope they don't get embarrassed by the dolphins tomorrow and come out energized. 

Makes a lot of sense.  Couple of days off, and a couple of light days, on the last week of TC...  I'm sure the fact that Miami will be there the next two days will get them amped up.

[tiger7_88]

Is he making Cam have a bad day even in drills? 

 

You're immediate assumption is that all the bad throws were thrown by Cam?

[GoobyPls]

Is it me or the offense hasn't had a good showing the entire off season?

[Paa Langfart]

meh