Panthers coverage and the NFL http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net The Eagles will get the Panthers 2nd and 4th round pick this year AND their first rounder next year. The Panthers paid way too big a price to get him. The Eagles were questioned a minute ago but now we like this trade http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net The Panthers have moved up into the first round again... trading with the Eagles to select tackle Jeff Otah. Well another pick we call at the right spot, had him in the mock draft here to the Eagles which made a lot of sense, but the Panthers moved up here to get him. The Eagles are not out of the first round and could have used Otah with the age they have at tackle, not sure I understand this. What did the Panthers have to give up? It will be expensive. The Panthers come out with a new back and someone to block for him http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net The Panthers wanted a big running back and got one in Jonathan Stewart. Derrick Harvey was a hope but he went earlier. Not a pick we like so much here http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net Ok here is our final 2008 NFL Mock Draft. Glad we got the first pick right and guaranteed not to get all 32 thanks to the Patriots, but never came close anyway http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net No big surprise but Panthers DE Mike Rucker has decided to retire from the NFL. The Panthers will be looking to add an end in the draft this weekend, possibly in the first round http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net So it's time to release our first 2008 NFL Mock Draft - another will come Friday before the draft. There is lots of intrigue and different scenarios and some trades will factor in of course, but we'll take a look where things are at now. See our 2008 NFL Mock Draft http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net The Panthers have signed former Cardinals safety Terrence Holt. He was a big addition for the Cardinals last year but was released after one season and will have a chance to compete for a starting spot, if not he will be a top backup in nickel and dime situations http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net The Steelers have signed former Panthers center Justin Hartwig who was release earlier in the off season to a 2 year $4 million deal http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net The Chiefs have lots of needs on their offensive line and to try and fill one are meeting with former Panthers center Justin Hartwig who was released earlier this off season by the Panthers were he had been a starter http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net The one receiver left in free agency from the start finally found a home, surprised it took so long. Former Seahawks WR D.J. Hackett landed in Carolina with a 2 year $3.5 million deal to help Steve Smith. It is a great move by the Panthers and quite cheap. The receiver he replaces, Keary Colbert, got a 3 year $7.2 million deal in Denver and Hackett is a big improvement over him! Oh pity Denver http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net The Raiders have signed former Panthers WR Drew Carter http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net The Giants fixed a nearly broken season last year to end up Super Bowl champs and now it seems they think they can fix a broken Carr too. They have agreed to a one year $1 million deal with former Panthers failure David Carr to backup Eli Manning (better hope he doesn't get hurt). QB coach Chris Palmer knows him from their time in Houston together, but that didn't end too well either. In the end it isn't a very expensive risk considering they didn't have a great backup anyway and Carr isn't guaranteed to make the roster http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net The Panthers keep remaking the interior of their offensive line, this time releasing former starting center Justin Hartwig http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net The Saints have signed former Panthers LB Dan Morgan, who if he is and stays healthy would be an improvement to their linebacking corp, but that isn't likely likely. Injuries have derailed his career. Last year it was his Achilles' tendon that limited him to 3 games and he has had problems with concussions as well... not good for a linebacker http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net The contract LB Landon Johnson signed with the Panthers is a 3 year deal worth $10 million http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net The Carolina Panthers have signed former Bengals LB Landon Johnson http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net The Carolina Panthers have signed former Raiders DE Tyler Brayton to a 2 year contract, where he will add some depth to a line in transition http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net The Panthers have signed former Browns corner Ricardo Colclough to a 2 year $4 million deal. He will compete for the nickel job or a dime back http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net The Panthers have completed the trade of NT Kris Jenkins to the Jets for a 3rd and 5th round pick. Jenkins certainly has the size for the nose and could be dominant in that role if he wants. The Panthers continue the remake after a horrible year. In the deal Jenkins also got a new contract with the Jets for 5 years and $7 million per, with $20 million guaranteed http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net The NFC South may keep former Falcons DT Rod Coleman who is visiting with the Panthers today. The Bucs were also interested and visited with him earlier. He would make sense in both places, the Panthers needing to replace Kris Jenkins could move quick http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net The Jets may have found the nose tackle to run their 3-4 defense. They are close to trading for the Panthers Kris Jenkins, who is a serious space eater and dominant player when he wants to be and is healthy. The Panthers tried to trade him last year and this year the price came down and the interest went up as they are busy remaking their roster http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net The 49ers are off to the free agent races again signing three players in the opening hours of free agency, although this year for much less money. Former Panthers RB DeShaun Foster was a done deal a couple of days ago get a 2 year deal to back up Frank Gore. Quick negotiating also landed them QB J.T. O'Sullivan who is familiar with Mike Martz offense and Vikings linebacker Dontarrious Thomas, a quick and agile player to pair with Patrick WIllis inside in their 3-4 http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net The Carolina Panthers have resigned FB Brad Hoover to a three year deal http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net The Panthers have resigned CB Dante Wesley to a 2 year deal http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net The Carolina Panthers have signed former Panther... WR Muhsin Muhammad and dumped the hugely disappointing QB David Carr who sees his career definitely in the rearview mirror http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net Look for the Panthers who are cutting their own veterans to bring back one who got away. WR Muhsin Muhammad will likely sign with the team in the next few days http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net The Carolina Panther saved themselves nearly $5 million with the release of RB DeShaun Foster today. A talented back but injury prone the Panthers are re-making their roster and now DeAngelo Williams will lead the way in the backfield though they will bring in some help http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net Just released by the Carolina Panthers, guard Mike Wahle quickly found a new home in Seattle. The move reunites him with Mike Holmgren who was the coach in Green bay when they drafted Wahle. Now they will be together at least for this season. Wahle signed a 5 year contract worth about $3 million per http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net Panthers safety Chris Harris who was acquired last year from the Chicago Bears has signed an extension through 2012 which will pay him close to $6 million in the first two years according to ESPN http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net Ah yes tax time is near and the pain of seeing how much money we fork over to cause deep pain in our stomachs. Then of course there is all the good that comes from it, such as members of congress spending the day listening to the he said she said of Roger Clemens and Brian McNamee (don't forget Andy Pettitte too) and now a new wonderful word "Nannygate", ugh what has this world come to? Add to that Arlen Specter grilling NFL commissioner Roger Goodell over the spygate issue, threatening congressional hearings and the league's antitrust exemption. Do these blowhard's not have anything better to do with their days??? Do we not have any serious issues to be tackled in this great country that we have time to bicker and seek headlines with this crap? Hey guys call me when you fix the economy, health care, homelessness in this rich country and a list longer than.... then we can get around to which retired baseball players did what. Other than Barry Bonds the rest of this is ridiculous and makes me not want to pay attention to the sports we all love so much. This country has become addicted to soap opera's and reality crap where everyone wants their 15 minutes. It's not like this is all brand new, the Steelers of the 70s admittedly used steroids and they certainly were not alone but no one is calling to take back their Super Bowl wins. Lester Hayes is probably my favorite corner of all time, but he reported used something to help him get a better grip. Can we all just move on and focus on trying to fix things rather than going over the top about the past. Either way Roger was dominant, the Patriots were superior and as much as it pains us Bonds was a Hall of Famer before they all crossed the line http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net The Miami Dolphins have hired Dan Henning as their new head offensive coordinator. He was the Panthers coordinator previously and is an experienced play caller http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net 49ers LB Patrick Willis has been named the defensive rookie of the year with 48 of the possible 50 votes. Panthers LB Jon Beason got the other 2 votes. Willis led the league in tackles with 174 and was a bright spot in an otherwise dismal year for the 49ers http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net The NFL suffered a tragedy with the loss of Redskins safety Sean Taylor who was shot in his home during a suspected buglary, he was 24 years old. We extend our sympathy to Sean's family, friends and teammates http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net In the new reality series, Grandpa's challenge... Brett Favre out did Vinny Testaverde Sunday. Thankfully due to their ages it was a one day series. The Panthers looked good early but just could not hold. Everything just seems to be working in Green Bay, but the next week and a half is huge. Travelling to Detroit for Thanksgiving won't be easy and the Lions are smarting after their loss at home to the Giants. They had plans of winning both and getting in the fight for the division. The following week the Packers travel to Dallas for a Thursday night game against the Cowboys. The schedule gets a bit better after that, but home field advantage is likely going to be decided right here http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net Falcons CB DeAngelo Hall is top corner in the league and is an emotional guy. That bit the team Sunday as Hall gave the Panther 67 yards on 3 penalties in a key drive that was the difference in the game. Hall admitted he was beat on the first flag and took down Steve Smith to save a TD, the next call didn't help but the third saved the drive after a sack on third down. With the drive kept alive it ended in a TD. Things are ugly in Atlanta but could get much worse before it gets any better. New head coach Bobby Petrino has to keep control of the team in what is certainly not what he expected when he took the job http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net It wasn't all Joey's fault this time but the Falcons lost anyway 27-20 to the Panthers. Harrington had 361 yards passing and 2 TDs. The Falcons used to be a great running team but were out done by The Panthers 175 to 91 so they don't have the balance when a QB finally shows up. Panthers QB Jake Delhomme left the game with an elbow injury that has the team worried, good thing they signed David Carr as the backup http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net The Houston Texans are off to a 2-0 start after a 34-21 win over the Panthers... on the road. Matt Schaub was a good choice for the team, he threw for 227 yards on 20 of 28 passing and had 2 TDs. In the battle of two of the top receivers in the game Texans WR Andre Johnson had 7 catches for 120 yards and 2 TDs, but Panthers WR Steve Smith had 8 catches for 153 and 3 TDs http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net The Carolina Panthers have signed former Patriots TE Christian Fauria http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net Panthers WR Steve Smith looks ready for the season with an excellent opener catching 7 balls for 118 yards and a great 68 yard catch for a TD against Tye Hill who "tried" to follow him all over the field. The defense had a good showing as well holding Steven Jackson to 58 yards and forcing 2 fumbles http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net The Carolina Panthers added veteran CB Curtis Deloatch to help their secondary. Deloatch was among the final cuts by the Giants http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net The Carolina Panthers placed QB Brett Basanez on injured reserve as part of their roster trim downs. Basanez suffered a sprained wrist against the Patriots. Notable name that was cut DT Chad Lavalais, who was released by the Falcons last in the final cuts after starting 20 games over the first two years in the league http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net After almost a year the Panthers got back MLB Dan Morgan who has been out after too many concussions http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net Here is a great article by Fox Sports' John Czarnecki about how the NFL rookie are being paid way too much. "It doesn't make sense that LaRon Landry is the highest paid safety in the game," Cowboys executive Stephen Jones told me. "And that Joe Thomas (Cleveland's top pick) has a better deal than Tom Brady. For example, Chiefs running back Larry Johnson signed yesterday for less guaranteed money than what Johnson and Thomas collected, and only a moron would say those rookies deserve more than one of the NFL's best running backs... we're right there with you John, good work http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net The Buffalo Bills have signed former Panthers DE Al Wallace. The Bills needed depth at end and Wallace has been a solid backup for the Panthers and is stout against he run and a capable pass rusher. Age is working against him at 33 but his veteran savvy is a plus for the Bills who are young at the spot http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net Carolina Panther safety Mike Minter has announced his retirement. Minter had planned to make this his last year but his knees had other plans. Now the Panthers are looking for another plan. The Panthers traded for Chris Harris of the Bears last week so the loss isn't as severe as it could have been, but they would have been much happier with Minter and Harris together than Harris basically replacing Minter http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net The Panthers and first round pick LB Jon Beason finally ended their dance and agreed to a 5 year deal with no second year option bonus. The youngster got rich and the agent got something he thinks won't hurt him in the recruiting wars next year. Sometimes you have to wonder if these guys are really acting in the best interest of their client. That is what they are suppose to do right? Just seems they are watching out for themselves too much at times http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net The Carolina Panther signed second round pick WR Dwayne Jarrett of USC to a 4 year deal worth $3.825 million with $1.935 million guaranteed according to the Charlotte Observer. Jarrett will try and fill the role of Keyshawn Johnson... he looks the part http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net Day two for the Panthers wasn't spectacular, but after a very good day one they added some depth. Another receiver in round four was a bit of a surprise but OLB Tim Shaw was a good pick in the 5th http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net The Panthers have Keyshawn Johnson and now have his replacement in WR Dwayne Jarrett. A good pick as he may not be that fast but neither is Keyshawn, who will now teach him to replace him in time. A great choice for that reason http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net The Panthers needed a linebacker and like the leadership of Jon Beason. He plays fast despite his 40 time and with the big defensive line in front of him he should be able to run free and make plays. They will have to look at safety and tight end with their two second round picks http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net The Jets traded up with the Carolina Panthers to stop the cornerback drought in round one and selected Darrell Revis out of Pitt #14 overall. They wanted a corner and couldn't pass up the opportunity to come up and get one. Revis has good size and great speed. Coming out after his junior year he still needs to develop but he has the tools. It was a toss up with him and Leon Hall, Revis is a solid choice. They gave up their second round and fifth round pick and got the Panthers sixth round pick as well http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net There's a new Carr in the driveway in Carolina, not a shiny new one as this one has some dents and dings but it's not too old and could be a keeper. David Carr has chosen the Panthers as his new team agreeing to a two year deal according to the Charlotte Observer. Panther's head coach John Fox maintains that Jake Delhomme is the starter, but the addition of Carr will put some pressure on him and if he struggles again this year there may be a short leash. Carr never really got going in Houston, battered in his first year and protection was an issue every year. That leads some to wonder if he can regain his form... from college. It would do him well to sit the bench a bit and regroup, if he is mentally strong enough he could re-emerge and make a new name for himself http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net The Seahawks will have former Texans QB David Carr in for a two days visit after he leaves the Carolina Panthers today according to the Seattle Times. Many expect Carr to sign a one year deal with the Seahawks to backup Matt Hasselbeck and provide insurance if he doesn't come back from his shoulder surgery as quick as expected http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net Former Texans QB David Carr is meeting with the Carolina Panthers about backing up Jake Delhomme http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net Carolina Panthers safety Mike Minter says this will be his final season according to the Charlotte Observer. Minter dropped his salary to the veteran minimum and may be a backup this year though he will have to be beat out for that to really happen. The Panthers will be addressing the secondary heavily in the draft http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net The St. Louis Rams have signed former Panthers LB Chris Draft to a 3 year contract according to the St. Louis Post Dispatch. Draft will likely be he primary backup at all 3 linebacker spots and is capable of starting. He had drawn interest from the Saints as well. The Rams also signed former Redskins and 49ers CB Mike Rumph who will be lucky to make the roster. The former Miami Hurricane and first round pick of the 49ers is likely on his last slow leg in the NFL http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net The Carolina Panthers have released QB Chris Weinke, who may have gotten a bad ride in the NFL. Drafted at age 28 because he played minor league baseball he was thrown in to start 15 games as a rookie who was picked in the 4th round. To be nice his numbers were awful but he was a rookie who wasn't expected to start. The next year he was benched and he has wandered from #2 to #3 QB ever since, being a great team player. He played in 3 games this last year without great results. He did throw for 423 yards in his first start but threw only 1 TD to 3 interceptions in a loss to the Giants http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net The Carolina Panthers released Karl Hankton just in time. He was arrested Monday morning and charged with misdemeanor assault on a female according to the Charlotte Observer http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net The Saints are looking to upgrade the linebacker position. According to the Times-Picayune they will have Panthers LB Chris Draft in for a visit today while Adam Schefter of the NFL Network is reporting they will sign former Bengals LB Brian Simmons today. The Saints are focusing on defense with safety being the other position so far. Expect some help at corner to come as well http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net The Vikings signed former Giants tight end Visanthe Shiancoe and Panthers LB Vinny Ciurciu. According to EPSN Shiancoe got $18.5 million over 5 years http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net The Carolina Panthers resigned LB Na'il Diggs to a one year deal http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net The Carolina Panthers have released WR and special teams player Karl Hankton http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net Tomorrow morning isn't Christmas but may seem like it in some NFL cities as free agency begins . There will be some quick signing and the sticker price will shock and awe http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net Carolina Panthers TE Kris Mangum has announced his retirement from the NFL http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net The Carolina Panthers told the Charlotte Observer that they will keep DE Mike Rucker for the 2007 season despite speculation he would be released due to cap reasons. It is a bit of a surprise, but if healthy they hop he can help the line return to their expected form. We'll wait on this a bit and watch through training camp as well, but it seems he is safe for now http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net The Panthers got started on trimming their salary cap excesses by releasing veteran DE Al Wallace saving $1 million in cap space for 2007. He is 33 years old and that likely helped make the decision to let him go even though he has been a key reserve for the team http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net The Carolina Panthers need to create some cap space before the start of free agency and it appears DE Mike Rucker will be released. Cutting him would get them under the cap without any other moves. However that doesn't give them much room to sign anyone else. That will come from restructured contracts and extensions. Dan Morgan may still be released as well as Mike Minter but those are not likely at least right now. Julius Peppers will be a target for an extension as well to reduce is cap number of over $14 million, but in lower his number this year they will be adding future troubles as well http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6 PFInsider.net Geep Chryst has been named the team's tight ends coach after spending last year as the offensive quality control assistant. Also QB coach Mike McCoy will also have the title of passing coordinator. Too many teams are now using these multi-title coordinators for running and passing. Sounds too much like we don't have one man who can do the job http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=6