Could Norv Turner Possibly Be Implementing A New Approach To His Scheme?

[Saca312]

Since I just finished up writing on DJ Moore (just need @Jeremy Igo to publish it), I thought I'd share and discuss something that's been on my mind while writing.

From the looks of things, Norv Turner seems to be going against his old premonitions in the type of WR that fits his scheme. Rather than a big-bodied ISO receiving specialist, he choose one who currently specializes in the short-intermediate range and after the catch.

What this probably indicates is a shift in Norv's philosophy. While I'm sure Air Coryell will be a large part of his repertoire, I also feel like he's looking to modernize his offense to fit today's NFL.

First off, if anything, we pretty much have athletes all over the field. Only guy remotely close to Norv's big WR is Funchess. Now, it appears we have a diverse set of guys who specialize in quickness and YAC in Samuel, Moore, CMC, Byrd, etc.

And of course, if you've seen Norv's photo with Moore during his pro-day, it was clear he was completely in love. For that, it makes me believe that Turner may honestly be considering something new to his scheme, which I would welcome with open arms. 

Finally, you have Ron Rivera's comments during his presser, where he mentions Moore will see the F-slot and the occasional Z. Seems like a change in philosophy in all honesty.

So, what are your thoughts?

 

[Cyberjag]

Three thoughts.

• Turner is good at identifying receiver talent.
• Cam is unlike any QB he's ever worked with.
• Coryell requires a legitimate short yardage threat to keep the safeties from cheating deep.  Typically that's a power running game, but it doesn't have to be.

[CarolinaSamurai]

We shall see. I would hope so and to be honest anything other than Shulas system will be a upgrade in my opinion.

[RumHam]

LOL no.

[hepcat]

I think this season will be a disaster because the Panthers are absolute garbage every other season. 2019 will be fun though

[The Huddler]

Whats the difference between a power run game, and just a run game if its still getting 5 yards a pop regardless?  Is it just a coincidence that Norv has had big backs?

 

I mean, if it gets the safteys to cheap up, then it gets the safteys to cheat up...

 

dont see why it has to be a big guy

[RumHam]

New OC

Organizational changes

Seems like there's an off the field issue every other week

No secondary

Hurney

Perfect way to start rebuilding for a new owner to clean house

[RumHam]

1 minute ago, The Huddler said:

Whats the difference between a power run game, and just a run game if its still getting 5 yards a pop regardless?  Is it just a coincidence that Norv has had big backs?

 

I mean, if it gets the safteys to cheap up, then it gets the safteys to cheat up...

 

dont see why it has to be a big guy

Also we don't have a big back. 

[Ace_Aladdin]

It will be similar to 2011 & Patriots 

[Moo Daeng]

6 minutes ago, The Huddler said:

Whats the difference between a power run game, and just a run game if its still getting 5 yards a pop regardless?  Is it just a coincidence that Norv has had big backs?

 

I mean, if it gets the safteys to cheap up, then it gets the safteys to cheat up...

 

dont see why it has to be a big guy

Power run game refers to the blocking scheme not necessarily the size of the runner.

[d-dave]

It would be foolish to try to put a square peg in a round hole.

Norv has his scheme, which is the basis for our offense from the days of Chud.  Who know what's going to happen with the running game because this isn't Shula's running game anymore.  I'm not sure how much of that we will retain (like is the playbook Shula's or the Panthers?) versus what will be brand new.

Maybe Norv's year off from coaching has allowed him to broaden his own play-calling horizons.  I am pretty sure Norv is smart enough to reflect on what works and doesn't work, hence his very long coaching career.  So I would think that he's going to modify his system to incorporate more spread and read option concepts, but do a better job of planning and attacking defensive weaknesses (which seemed to be a weakness of Shula on a week to week basis).

[The Huddler]

1 minute ago, Moo Daeng said:

Power run game refers to the blocking scheme not necessarily the size of the runner.

Ive seen “norv needs a big back” thrown around here a lot, so im just sayin’

 

5 a pop is 5 a pop

[Moo Daeng]

4 minutes ago, The Huddler said:

Ive seen “norv needs a big back” thrown around here a lot, so im just sayin’

 

5 a pop is 5 a pop

I think it translates to fans want a big back.

Emmitt Smith wasn't big.

Tomlinson wasn't big.....same size as CAP

[Untouchable]

Moore is very much in line with the F position in Norv's offense.