Cam and the Shotgun formation

[Montsta]

Shotgun formation could help Cam Newton

Interesting blurb from Pat Y. on how successful some other NFL QB's are when snapping out of the shotgun formation. With the coaches saying they would like to tailor the offense to his strengths, I could definitely see this becoming a big part of our offensive gameplan.

[Kettle]

it just kinda eliminates play action really, but we didn't have that last year anyways.

[Montsta]

True, but I'm still probably going to near shat myself the first time I see shotgun formation with four wideouts. I'll have to put my glasses on to clarify what I'm looking at.

[Kettle]

could be 3 wide with 2 RB

[I am Hubby]

It may be true that he shotgun may not be best suited for play action, however, you can still run successfully from the shotgun. The spread offense by definition spreads out the field, which can actually aid in running the ball. And after all, you can still fake a handoff from the shotgun.

If they stack the box you pass, if they play a more straight-up defense you can still run. And I have the utmost confidence in the talent we have in the running game.

IMO, you gain more than you loose with the shotgun. Your QB has a little more time to scan the field. You can run or pass out of that formation. I like the flexibility the shotgun brings.

Then again, I could be wrong. Just my thoughts, and GOOOOO CATS!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Snake]

I doubt we go spread very much. Our biggest strength right now is our run game so Im gonna suspect we will use that a whole lot. Besides no matter what any one says Cam Newton is not ready to read NFL defenses on every play.

[Kettle]

i don't like saying Go Cats. there are multiple cats in the league.

Go PANTHERS!!!

[I am Hubby]

I am under no illusions when it comes to Cam's ability as a starting QB. It will probably be a long arduous process, unfortunately. However, Cam is comfortable in the shotgun, why not keep his comfort level as high as possible?

You can still run from the shotgun with either your RB or your QB, although I would prefer that my QB not run too often. The spread offense is a passing offense first. With that said, Cam is going to have to throw the ball. We will live or die by how quickly he can adapt to the pro level. He doesn't have to be lights out right off the bat, just good enough to keep the defense honest. Every completion makes the running game that much more efficient.

Sounds and looks good in my head. Whether that translates to the field is another matter. After all, this is a time of hope for the coming season. No reason not to think and hope for the best?!

Just my thoughts, and GOOOO CATS!!!!!! (Carolina Panthers)

[Kettle]

Go Cats is lame, and will not help you increase your swag.

[SirPanther]

How long until we call the shotgun formation the swag formation?

[I am Hubby]

After 20 years of marriage, I ain't worried about my swag. One persons' "lame", doesn't mean much in the grand scheme of things.

Just my thoughts, and GOOOO CATS!!!!!!!!!!

[SirPanther]

After 20 years of marriage, I ain't worried about my swag. One persons' "lame", doesn't mean much in the grand scheme of things.

Just my thoughts, and GOOOO CATS!!!!!!!!!!

Are you one of those 50+ year old guys that paints their face like a cat and goes "raawwwrrrr!!!" on gameday?

[The Saltman]

Are you one of those 50+ year old guys that paints their face like a cat and goes "raawwwrrrr!!!" on gameday?

what if I am?

Oh wait that wasn't directed at me.

[Kettle]

what if I am?

Oh wait that wasn't directed at me.

you ain't old yet. having a daughter could change that faster than expected though.