2015 Training Camp Awards

[Jeremy Igo]

Panthers.com writer (and friend of the Huddle) Max Henson gives some solid insight here....

 

http://www.panthers.com/news/article-2/2015-Training-Camp-Awards/802035ec-580f-48bc-928b-e3ede924c71e

 

Definitely worth your clicks to read his analysis. 

 

Here is my take on his picks.... 

 

Offensive MVP: KB

No question. KB looked primed for an All-Pro year. 

Defensive MVP: Luke

Can't argue this. 

Standout Newcomer: Oher

Oher started shaky but finished strong as he acclimated to the left. Hard to argue this. But I might give the nod to Peanut Tillman also who forced many a fumble and looked solid all camp. 

Most Improved: Corey Brown

Corey did improve over last camp, that is for sure. I am tempted to give this to Josh Norman though who is really coming into his own. 

Pleasent Surprise: Kurt Coleman

Can't argue here. Coleman is this year's Mike Mitchell, but perhaps even better. 

Hustle Award: Norwell and Todman 

Yep and Yep. Norwell is always running to the ball downfield. Go watch the last preseason game again. The guy has a motor. 

I have been preaching Todman for weeks now. The guy is going to really turn heads this year. 

 

I would also add....

Best Rookie: 

Daryl Williams - As of today, Williams has stood out as the most consistent rookie on the field in addition to playing at a very high level. Only a matter of time folks.... 

 

 

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[freddydjr]

Great article.  I'm excited to see Kurt Coleman.

[L-TownCat]

Best Rookie: 

Daryl Williams - As of today, Williams has stood out as the most consistent rookie on the field in addition to playing at a very high level. Only a matter of time folks.... 

 

[Captain Morgan]

a lot to like in that article, but talk about pouring salt in the would with the KB part.

[KB_fan]

a lot to like in that article, but talk about pouring salt in the would with the KB part.

Yeah, it hurts to read.  But given that KB played all but the last day of camp, and had outstanding catches during the BUF pre-season game,  you gotta give it to him.  He was looking stellar, and while it hurts to now have him gone, it's good to acknowledge how he came in focused and ready to excel, especially after the questions that were raised about a possible "sophomore slump" during OTAs when he was battling the hamstring issues.

KB earned the MVP certainly.  Just so sorry we won't get to see him play this season.

Edited August 21, 2015 by KB_fan

[KillerKat]

The only bad thing about Coleman becoming our starting SS is Rivera sticking his loverboy Harper at FS instead. 

[Servant of Cthululelei]

So....is "Camp MVP" the kiss of death for our team now?  Last year it was Frank Alexander and he missed almost all of the season (granted that was his own fault) and this year KB is gonna miss the WHOLE season.

Can we start naming opposing players as our camp MVP?

[panthers55]

The only bad thing about Coleman becoming our starting SS is Rivera sticking his loverboy Harper at FS instead. 

That is ridiculous.  Harper isnt a free safety and wont be playing that position.  He is a liability in coverage and everyone knows that.  He is a thumper and a strong safety.  Rivera played 7 rookies in the playoffs last year and has shown he will play the best players.  If Harper is starting he will be the best we have at that position hands down. That is plain to anyone but people with a story and preconceived agenda.

[caatfan]

So....is "Camp MVP" the kiss of death for our team now?

Yes. From now on every camp mvp will be out for the season. It'll be a new Panther tradition.

[London Loves Luke]

Yes. From now on every camp mvp will be out for the season. It'll be a new Panther tradition.

could Shula be next year's camp MVP?

[DeeJay]

Darly fuging Williams! 

[VerticalThreat]

Good stuff. For those keeping score...most of the players in the article are "found" guys by DG. This is how you build a sustainable team and can recover when you lose a player like KB regardless of offense or defense. 

Excited for this year, I really think with the addition of Coleman, Peanut and the experience  for Bené and Trey AND Josh looking like he's ready for the breakout year we've all been waiting for. This secondary is going to be a strength of the team for the first time in a long time. Let's Go! Wooooooo!

[Murrican]

Nice to hear Corey Brown looked good, his name didn't pop up a lot in the training camp coverage.

[jdpanther5]

 

Best Rookie: 

Daryl Williams - As of today, Williams has stood out as the most consistent rookie on the field in addition to playing at a very high level. Only a matter of time folks.... 

 

Happy to hear he's adapting quickly, but is he really gonna push Remmers out? Everything I've read suggests they've both played very well throughout camp. 

Kind of a shame we seem to have two legitimate RTs but a shaky situation at LT.