Panthers sign 7 UDFA

[RetiredCollegeCoach]

Just say it a few times and then pie me for being right.

[tiger7_88]

2 hours ago, Jeremy Igo said:

Reggie Bonnafon              RB                           Louisville

3 inches taller than CAP and weighs 3 lbs less.

He sure as hell hasn't been signed to be a power-back.

Time to step up, Armah!

[tiger7_88]

2 hours ago, Jeremy Igo said:

Kyle Bosch                           G                             West Virginia

Taylor Hearn                      G                             Clemson

Brendan Mahon               G                             Penn State

Translation: OHMIGOD WE DIDN'T DRAFT A GUARD!

 

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Kyle Allen                            QB                          Houston

Another puzzler.

A highly-rated prospect out of high school that never really showed out at the college level.

[TheSpecialJuan]

Kyle Allen, QB Houston

Allen was one of many players who got a shot to replace Johnny Manziel at Texas A&M before eventually transferring to Houston after his sophomore season. Allen is an accurate quarterback with a strong enough arm but it does appear on tape as though his touch is still a work in progress; having only ever played in spread, up-tempo offenses, there will likely be a significant step up for him when it comes to mastering an NFL playbook. It would be somewhat surprising if he were to come in and wow in training camp, but as the only other depth quarterback on the roster right now is Garrett Gilbert, he likely has a chance of making the final roster. Hurney has spoken before about his view on adding a quarterback every offseason in case you happen to hit upon a gem, and while Allen certainly fits that bill, it would be a surprise if he was a long-term fixture on the roster baring significant improvement.

Reggie Bonnafon, QB/WR/TE/RB Louisville

Bonnafon started five games at quarterback in his freshman season before being beaten out by Lamar Jackson; rather than being content with being Jackson’s backup, Bonnafon converted to receiver and then running back, putting up 453 yards and seven TDs on 91 carries and 341 yards and six TDs on 34 receptions over the past two seasons. Measuring in at 6’1 and 212 pounds at his pro day, it is also quite hard to work out where he would play for the Panthers, as at that body type he could be either a slightly built running back or a well-built receiver; but there is something of an answer on tape. While Bonnafon was listed as a running back this past year, he was by far the most effective when given the ball in space, and for the Panthers, his most likely shot at making the roster would be to add some weight and to come in and compete with Chris Manhertz for the thirrd TE spot as an H-back with the ability to carry the ball or run routes out of the backfield. He might face an uphill struggle to make the roster this September, but if the Panthers can find a way to use him effectively, then he offers an intriguing skill set.

https://theriotreport.com/a-brief-guide-to-the-panthers-udfas/

[Carolina Cajun]

I'm calling that I think Mahon has a chance to make the roster as a guard.  The tape I saw, he was aggressive and really enjoyed contact, what he struggled with was speed rushers on the edge, he won't be asked to do that at guard.  I really think he could be a good mauler for us.

[bythenbrs]

14 minutes ago, panthers55 said:

For a weatherman

Pie for remembering Larry Sprinkle.  I think he is or almost is fully recovered from that very serious car accident about a year ago.  Nice local guy.

[tiger7_88]

1 minute ago, TheSpecialJuan said:

While Bonnafon was listed as a running back this past year, he was by far the most effective when given the ball in space, and for the Panthers, his most likely shot at making the roster would be to add some weight and to come in and compete with Chris Manhertz for the thirrd TE spot as an H-back with the ability to carry the ball or run routes out of the backfield.

Another Hurney Swiss Army knife project.

Holy poo, a lot of coaching going on for players switching positions in camp this year.

[bythenbrs]

4 minutes ago, TheSpecialJuan said:

Kyle Allen, QB Houston

Allen was one of many players who got a shot to replace Johnny Manziel at Texas A&M before eventually transferring to Houston after his sophomore season. Allen is an accurate quarterback with a strong enough arm but it does appear on tape as though his touch is still a work in progress; having only ever played in spread, up-tempo offenses, there will likely be a significant step up for him when it comes to mastering an NFL playbook. It would be somewhat surprising if he were to come in and wow in training camp, but as the only other depth quarterback on the roster right now is Garrett Gilbert, he likely has a chance of making the final roster. Hurney has spoken before about his view on adding a quarterback every offseason in case you happen to hit upon a gem, and while Allen certainly fits that bill, it would be a surprise if he was a long-term fixture on the roster baring significant improvement.

Reggie Bonnafon, QB/WR/TE/RB Louisville

Bonnafon started five games at quarterback in his freshman season before being beaten out by Lamar Jackson; rather than being content with being Jackson’s backup, Bonnafon converted to receiver and then running back, putting up 453 yards and seven TDs on 91 carries and 341 yards and six TDs on 34 receptions over the past two seasons. Measuring in at 6’1 and 212 pounds at his pro day, it is also quite hard to work out where he would play for the Panthers, as at that body type he could be either a slightly built running back or a well-built receiver; but there is something of an answer on tape. While Bonnafon was listed as a running back this past year, he was by far the most effective when given the ball in space, and for the Panthers, his most likely shot at making the roster would be to add some weight and to come in and compete with Chris Manhertz for the thirrd TE spot as an H-back with the ability to carry the ball or run routes out of the backfield. He might face an uphill struggle to make the roster this September, but if the Panthers can find a way to use him effectively, then he offers an intriguing skill set.

https://theriotreport.com/a-brief-guide-to-the-panthers-udfas/

So, Reggie Bonnafon is trying out for the Joe Webb roster slot?

[Carolina-Chuck18]

23 minutes ago, RetiredCollegeCoach said:

Daryl Williams is a shame and a joke, mall cop.

Hahahahahahahaha someone is still butt hurt over last night. Chill out old man. Drink a cup of coffee. And get on your treadmill afterward with those short shorts and headband 

[RetiredCollegeCoach]

Just now, Carolina-Chuck18 said:

Hahahahahahahaha someone is still butt hurt over last night. Chill out old man. Drink a cup of coffee. And get on your treadmill afterward with those short shorts and headband 

Did you wake up on the wrong side of your Segway?

[TheSpecialJuan]

I like the strategy of signing only a handful of priority UDFA's that you believe can make the team instead of 20 guys that you know are just camp bodies. 

We only signed 7 UDFA this year while the Vikings signed 17 and Cardinals 24 UFA's.

[Rags]

42 minutes ago, RetiredCollegeCoach said:

Just say it a few times and then pie me for being right.

Damn you.

[Toker Smurf]

16 minutes ago, TheSpecialJuan said:

I like the strategy of signing only a handful of priority UDFA's that you believe can make the team instead of 20 guys that you know are just camp bodies. 

We only signed 7 UDFA this year while the Vikings signed 17 and Cardinals 24 UFA's.

Well, I mean you can only have 90 guys and we have 89, so....

[JARROD]

Kalil has got to be the award of the biggest WTF from Dave,.. bigger than letting Josh go,..