First Round Picks Only Have a 53% Success Rate And Other Troubling Draft Thoughts
Evaluating NFL talent at the college level is nearly impossible; if only 53% of first-round picks are ultimately successful, how can we do better? Vincent Richardson tries to take you through his process and how he tries to eliminate the biases that plague all evaluations.
Panthers Ink Silatolu through 2018
The Carolina Panthers announced today they have re-signed unrestricted free agent guard Amini Silatolu through the 2018 season; the 2012 second-round draft choice started three games last season in replace of the injured Trai Turner to cap out the end of the 2017 regular season.
Panthers Continue To Add Cornerback Depth By Bringing Back LaDarius Gunter
The Panthers are bolstering their young cornerback group by bringing back LaDarius Gunter, who was claimed from the Green Bay Packers ahead of Week 2 in 2017.
Scout Camp 2018: Free Safety Big Board
The Panthers have made no secret about their interest in Stanford safety Justin Reid, being one of six NFL teams that have met with the talented player. But what else does the 2018 free safety class have to offer?
Breakdown: What Kind Of Corner The Panthers Just Signed In Ross Cockrell
A deep dive into the strengths and weaknesses of the Panthers’ new starting outside corner, Ross Cockrell. Will a Bradberry/Cockrell duo be enough to slow down the NFC South passing games?
Panthers Finding Depth as Free Agency Rolls On
The puzzle may not be complete, but the Panthers added two pieces Friday with the additions of S Da’Norris Searcy and G Jeremiah Sirles.
Panthers Find Cornerback Help In Free Agency (Part 2)
The Panthers found a replacement for Bashaud Breeland, who they thought they had brought into the fold until a failed physical washed away the deal. Former Charlotte Latin Star Ross Cockrell comes from the Giants to start opposite James Bradberry.
Scout Camp 2018: Vita Vea
While the Panthers have little-to-no-need for a nose tackle such as Vita Vea, a player like this will be a force on defensive lines for years to come.
Scout Camp 2018: 3-4 Defensive Ends Big Board
The Panthers have their “core four” on the inside of the defensive line and an idea of who they have on the edge, but would they be tempted by a converted three-technique from a 3-4 defensive scheme?
Evaluating The Cupboard: 2017 Defensive Tackles
After giving a huge contract to Kawann Short last offseason, the Panthers again paid up for Dontari Poe.
Jarius Wright is “Mr. Third Down”
Can Jarius Wright take the role that Jerricho Cotchery occupied with such success in 2015? Can Wright be the third-down security blanket Cam Newton has been searching for?
Scout Camp 2018: Defensive Tackle Big Board
While defensive tackle is not a pressing need for the Panthers, could the team look to add another piece to the defensive line late in the draft?
Scout Camp 2018: Duke Ejiofor
Shoulder surgery has lowered the Wake Forest alum’s draft stock, but a Day Two or Three grade might make Duke Ejiofor one of the best value’s in this year’s deep edge rushing class.
Panthers Expected To Sign Another Vet Wide Receiver
The Panthers add another veteran option at wide receiver, with Jarius Wright, who has spent time in Minnesota with Norv Turner in the past, perhaps taking over slot duties.
The Curious Contract of Ryan Kalil
Kalil has missed 18 of the past 32 games and will have the fourth-highest cap hit among centers in 2018.
Scout Camp 2018: Nose Tackle Big Board
It’s Vita Vea and then a dropoff to the next tier of nose tackles. Would the Panthers be tempted by what some call “the best defensive player in the draft” if he’s available at 24?
Massive Poe-tential: How The Panthers Defensive Line Just Got Better
While it might seem too good to be true, the Panthers may well have managed to add a younger, better player than Star Lotulelei at a lower price.
Panthers Back In Cornerback Market After Breeland Fails Physical
The Panthers find themselves back in shopping mode after Breeland failed his physical with an infected cut on his foot.
Greg Olsen Auditioning For His Next Gig
Will the Panthers tight end be retiring to head to the Monday Night Football booth?
Scout Camp 2018: Arden Key
Can Arden Key overcome his deficiencies to become worthy of a first-round pick? Or will his inconsistency catch up with him at the next level? A deep dive into the most curious edge rusher in the draft.
Panthers Adding Dontari Poe To Defensive Line
The Panthers replace Star Lotulelei with another huge run-stuffer, only this one comes with some fun offensive bonuses.
