In any quarterback competition, the ultimate goal ideally is to identify the best option and get him ready to play. In Tampa, another factor apparently has crept into the analysis. Respect. As in showing it to former second-round pick Kyle Trask. And in giving newcomer Baker Mayfield a chance to earn it. Offensive coordinator Dave [more] … [Read more...] about Dave Canales says Baker Mayfield, Kyle Trask competition is partially about “respect”
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Panthers’ Yetur Gross-Matos May Remain Starter
Panthers edge defender Yetur Gross-Matos is coming off a disappointing 2022 season, but he has a good chance to continue operating as a starter, per Joseph Person of The Athletic (subscription required). In new defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero‘s 3-4 scheme, that would mean lining up across from two-time Pro Bowler Brian Burns at outside linebacker. In Person’s estimation, … [Read more...] about Panthers’ Yetur Gross-Matos May Remain Starter
Panthers WR Shi Smith named as surprising breakout candidate for 2023
With all the additions the Carolina Panthers have made at the receiver position this offseason, Shi Smith has kinda gotten lost in the shuffle. But someone just found him. That someone is our own Jarrett Bailey, who—over at Bears Wire—picked one player from each NFL team who has breakout potential for the 2023 campaign. Bailey, even in a somewhat crowded wideout room, opts for … [Read more...] about Panthers WR Shi Smith named as surprising breakout candidate for 2023
Panthers listed as possible trade destination for Vikings RB Dalvin Cook
The Carolina Panthers already got themselves one pretty popular purple player. So, can they make it two? Chris Rosvoglou of Sports Illustrated’s The Spun seems to think so, naming them as one of five teams he believes should make a move for Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook. Rosvoglou opines that the four-time Pro Bowler would make the Panthers’ backfield twice as … [Read more...] about Panthers listed as possible trade destination for Vikings RB Dalvin Cook
Panthers reporters skeptical of DeAndre Hopkins’ fit in Carolina
If you’re hopeful of a homecoming for DeAndre Hopkins, you may want to temper your expectations a bit. With the Central, S.C. native and Clemson University product still out on the open market, Carolina Panthers fans may still be trying to connect the dots. Their team needs a No. 1 wideout, they have the second-most salary cap space in the NFL and they even have a few Arizona … [Read more...] about Panthers reporters skeptical of DeAndre Hopkins’ fit in Carolina