Greg Olsen leaves Panthers, doesn't retire

[Smithers]

1 hour ago, PantherFanInPhilly said:

Why in the hell would he want to play one last season with that mess?

They have a lot of talent, and he obviously has a connection with Rivera.  

[Matt62881]

17 minutes ago, Toomers said:

   What’s a successful #2 consist of? Stats or ability? Not interested in labels. More about letting players do what they are best at. Why can’t DJ use his “uncanny” ability with the ball in his hands because he catches them. too? We can let the QB pat it forward and call it a pass if it helps. Just get them easy touches. 

To me a #2 is a speedy guy that takes the top off the defense and keeps them out of single high or makes them pay that has a decent to above average grasp on the route three. I do agree put the ball in his hands as a runner at the right time but the turners were already doing that, just too little. I agree on an increase but not so much that it takes away from what his responsibilities traditionally are. As for DJ his last 8 games were amazing, he showed a high level of route running and exceptional hands. Everytime he leaves the line of scrimmage he could get wide open 30yds down the field then turn into a RB. A run here and there to throw them off is fine but hes too much of a threat at this point imo to give him to many super short snaps. I just like the traditional roles especially with CMC able to take alot of those shorter passes. DJ will be drawing double teams soon mark jt.

[Pimpdaddy]

2 hours ago, bigdog10 said:

Hope he gets on a team with a chance at a ring. He and Cam both deserve it. 

they had a chance here...

[Black&BlueBubba]

1 hour ago, MHS831 said:

I am not down on Herbert like others on this board.  I think he is raw, but he has the skills.  If you build the OL, sure.  Love is the darkhorse--could we drop back and grab him?  Prolly.

Can’t say I’m a fan of any of this years QBs.  I want to draft good line players and go full tank for Trevor or Fields next year.  

[Mr. Scot]

For those wondering about a timetable...

 

[TheSpecialJuan]

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If/when he's officially released, Greg Olsen will clear nearly $8M of 2020 cap space for the #Panthers, likely enough to cover the cap cost for their upcoming 1st, 2nd, & 3rd round draft pick this summer. 

[TheSpecialJuan]

3 minutes ago, TheSpecialJuan said:

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If/when he's officially released, Greg Olsen will clear nearly $8M of 2020 cap space for the #Panthers, likely enough to cover the cap cost for their upcoming 1st, 2nd, & 3rd round draft pick this summer. 

See, Marty knew what he was doing !

[Panthercougar68]

Cole Kmet time.

 

He and Ian can battle it out.

[NanuqoftheNorth]

6 minutes ago, TheSpecialJuan said:

See, Marty knew what he was doing !

Let's not underrate the positive impact Marty Hurney has had over the years.

He gives average Joes everywhere real hope, that one day, they too can become NFL GM's!

[Toomers]

1 hour ago, Matt62881 said:

To me a #2 is a speedy guy that takes the top off the defense and keeps them out of single high or makes them pay that has a decent to above average grasp on the route three. I do agree put the ball in his hands as a runner at the right time but the turners were already doing that, just too little. I agree on an increase but not so much that it takes away from what his responsibilities traditionally are. As for DJ his last 8 games were amazing, he showed a high level of route running and exceptional hands. Everytime he leaves the line of scrimmage he could get wide open 30yds down the field then turn into a RB. A run here and there to throw them off is fine but hes too much of a threat at this point imo to give him to many super short snaps. I just like the traditional roles especially with CMC able to take alot of those shorter passes. DJ will be drawing double teams soon mark jt.

How does 3 carries keep DJ from doing anything?  Why would he be less valuable than taking one of his many blocking plays and run with one of the best YAC WRs in the NFL. It’s not an either/or situation. 
 

  They need a Z-option at WR so Samuel can play all over.. Problem is, he is a FA after this year. So if he does break out, is he part of this going forward? What do you pay him? For what he can do,, or what he has shown. 

[Toomers]

31 minutes ago, TheSpecialJuan said:

See, Marty knew what he was doing !

How? What did he know? Same thing most did? That we were going to eat dead cap in 2020 so Olsen could feel better in 2017. 

[TheSpecialJuan]

11 minutes ago, Toomers said:

How? What did he know? Same thing most did? That we were going to eat dead cap in 2020 so Olsen could feel better in 2017. 

[DubE_4MR]

The Rhebuild is in full effect. 

[Davidson Deac II]

1 hour ago, t96 said:

Cam’s fate here will be decided well before his health is 100% known.

Perhaps, although its not a certaintity.  But I do think the team will have to feel fairly confident about his health before they offer a new contract.