I think Johnson will be worth it

[jtnc]

Johnson was behind Peppers in depth and still put up impressing numbers now let's break this down.

In 2008 Johnson had NO starts at all and put up 6 sacks, 25 tackles, and 1 FF.

In 2009 Johnson had TWO starts and put up 4 sacks, 25 tackles, and 2 FF

In 2010, Johnson started all 16 games, 11.5 sacks, 62 tackles, and 1 FF on a bum defensive line.

And I'm sure Rivera and Mcdermontt have reviewed the tape and it has shown Johnson pretty much dominates whenever he's put in the game.

:hurray:

[Vampire the buffet slayer]

I remember reading something a few years ago. When he played at Georgia the coaches would have to restrict him in practice because he got to to the Qb so much they were having trouble running through the palys and getting the reps they needed. Now dont quote me on that it was something I read and it was like 3 years ago...so.

[Gipetto]

johnson's making enough money to feed millions of starving children in africa so if he doesn't perform alot of people will be pissed

[Dex]

Instachub.

[blackcatgrowl]

Who is this "Peppers" you are talking about? Did he play for the Panthers or something?

:D

[CarolinaCatBrigade]

Who is this "Peppers" you are talking about? Did he play for the Panthers or something?

:D

I hear he's working with Eric Shelton at Bed Bath and Beyond.

[bleys]

I remember reading something a few years ago. When he played at Georgia the coaches would have to restrict him in practice because he got to to the Qb so much they were having trouble running through the palys and getting the reps they needed. Now dont quote me on that it was something I read and it was like 3 years ago...so.

yeah those rumors have been out since we drafted him.. doesn't seem unreasonable.. no reason it isn't true until refuted..

[PanthersGuy28]

He has as much talent as anyone in the league I think, as long as he doesn't get lazy with this new contract. I doubt he does, he isn't Peppers. He's down for this city, unlike Peppers.

[Swarly]

of course a guy that is arguably a top 3 4-3 DE in the league is worth it

great pass rusher

great against the run

^^does both of those things with virtually zero help from our worthless interior linemen

is 25(24?)

without him we finish dead last in defense

by signing him we not only improved the team but we gave a big middle finger to a division rival in Atlanta

etc

all reasons why he was worth every penny

[frash.exe]

a lot of scouts felt that had he stayed in Georgia for another year he would be a top DE prospect in the 2008 draft, and even had him rated higher when we drafted him. I remember when our turn came in the 3rd round that year it was pretty much a no-brainer.

[Ivan The Awesome]

I would hope so.

[Jangler]

He has as much talent as anyone in the league I think, as long as he doesn't get lazy with this new contract. I doubt he does, he isn't Peppers. He's down for this city, unlike Peppers.

Yeah, he might always be compared to Pep in our eyes anyways and as long as he out performs him year after year he will be worth the money.

[beastson]

His rookie year I knew he was going to be good. His technique and even ability to do his thing has a pass rushing DT impressed me

[Jrock88]

Agree, plays with incredible power and leverage... Guy is built like a DT, but still has explosion off the line. Can't wait to see him in action again this year.