Inside the Numbers: Cam Newton - Week 7

[Tarheels23]

Gotta keep feeding him when he's hungry. My favorite play of Smitty's was the catch (10:40) where he was just styling on Washington near the sideline.

Didn't notice too much of this but we did run somewhat of a variation of the pistol on that risky option play (12:20).

Also, it's funny watching Steve be the decoy on the LaFell TD (15:50). He actually raises up a bit like the ball is coming his way. Not sure it made a difference but Smith really has no problem playing the decoy role.

Did you notice how Smitty didn't interfere with Lafells TD celebration? Now that's a true professional.

[Zaximus]

Always love these.

I noticed some great blocking on part of Olsen and Naanee. Stewart also.

I love that play where Gross comes out to block for Smith, I think it was the WR screen, and just lays OUT someone. Not many LTs can get out and pull that off.

I love the fight of our receivers. Shockey has a nice first down catch but is clearly upset he didn't go and get the TD. Same with Lafell on that big sideline catch. He was upset he didn't go all the way. I love that hunger. Not that John Fox strive for mediocrity style stuff. Way to go Lafell.

[jks85]

thanks, hope you'll reconsider only doing completed passes though. he'll make good throws that go incomplete and bad throws that are completed

edit: likewise w/sacks. would like to see how much was his fault etc. the "negative" plays give just as much info about him at this stage. oh nm, see you included sacks

[edromeo]

@:19s

"5:26

"9:08

"9:50

"12:58

"15:00

Its not supposed to look ^^^that easy.

Camwow.

[edromeo]

thanks, hope you'll reconsider only doing completed passes though. he'll make good throws that go incomplete and bad throws that are completed

edit: likewise w/sacks. would like to see how much was his fault etc. the "negative" plays give just as much info about him at this stage. oh nm, see you included sacks

+1 I like getting the complete picture too.

But, either way I'm grateful.

[Tarheels23]

thanks, hope you'll reconsider only doing completed passes though. he'll make good throws that go incomplete and bad throws that are completed

edit: likewise w/sacks. would like to see how much was his fault etc. the "negative" plays give just as much info about him at this stage. oh nm, see you included sacks

Thanks for the feedback! You aren't the first to say this! I may reconsider!

[Pantherball]

My favorite pass by him was at 7:20 to Shockey. He looks right the entire time and dumps it off to the left to Shockey at the last second without hesitation, knowing and trusting Shockey would be there where he's supposed to. He's learning. His awareness is starting to finally clear. Yesterday may just have been his breakthrough day. He had a complete game. Only thing missing is proving he can do that in a come back win late in the game while having to pass for 30+ attempts and run a 2 minute offense effectively. If he can maintain that focus and clarity even in that situation then he's "made it"(NFL transition) for the most part. Coaches badly need to work on 2 minute O's with him and this whole team.

[Jackofalltrades]

I still like seeing the misses, great work as always.

Wish we could get coaches tape/film.

[dugbug]

Thanks. I had to #*@$& listen and not see the game so it was VERY much appreciated.

The radio crew made it sound like that option from Cam to DWill was more successful than it really was, but I was glad to finally see it.

[rainwater]

Did you notice how Smitty didn't interfere with Lafells TD celebration? Now that's a true professional.

If he does interfere it becomes a penalty. It's not really about being a professional. It just means Smitty isn't stupid.

[Tarheels23]

If he does interfere it becomes a penalty. It's not really about being a professional. It just means Smitty isn't stupid.

Dude what are you talking about? Since when did celebrating with your teammate become a penalty?

Players do it all the time, i.e. flying chest bump.

[Rook35200]

I Look forward to this every week! Awesome work!

[King Taharqa]

I hope number28 sees this thread so he can really see how a top flight rookie QB anchors an offense thru the air and on the ground.

[Cat'sGrowl]

Anyone notice John Beck's face when Cam walked right by him on his long 3rd and 9 run?

Hilarious. 33 seconds in or so.