Panther thread, lets take a in depth look at our opponent.

[chris98251]

Figure I would start off with their QB

 

[seatownboy]

God my team sucks so bad whats wrong with all those fails!! That's leadership 101, they teach you that on the first day. Bash the hell out of your team with the cameras pointed at ya.

 

[mretrade]

The Panthers need to get their QB some more weapons including a big receiver to complement Steve Smith. Their dline is very good and Kuechy is looking like a monster.

 

[CoolRodney]

I didn't really know much about Kuechly until I saw him own the Ravens in the pre-season. I like the way he plays. Panthers defense should be very good. A tougher match up than people think.

 

[Axx]

Russell Wilson is cam newton's mom new favorite player.

 

[CaptainSkybeard]

Steve Smith is an older Golden Tate. They are like the same player.

 

[HawkWow]

Spot on...just glad they don't share the same personalities. Smith is a punkass and I'm shocked he gets the respect he does.

We have the luxury of prepping for Smith with his younger version. Panthers, the opposite. I predict RW will throw the ball 30 x and Tate will be huge in this game. Smith will get shut down and frustrated (again). I sincerely hope he tries sucker punching BB. ; ) 31-17 HAWKS!

 

[Sterling Archer]

Before the preseason the Panthers were my pick for an "upset" team and their D has not disappointed so far. Cam had a good season last year despite all the rookie QBs getting the spotlight and the misguided media declaring "sophomore slump". He did as well, if not better in the important QB metrics, in year 2 vs. year 1. Despite that, I think Cam can be contained due to their lack of real receiving threats. Their D is my real worry this game. CAR had the 11th ranked D by Football Outsiders (more substantial to me than other ranking sites) and they will jump into the top 10 this year. Their LBs are beastly and challenge SF as best in the league. Their D-line is no laughing matter either. If we win this game, we will need to play fairly flawless and grind it out. Last year we were lucky to escape with a win, and both teams have improved since last meeting. Should be a close one. If we can win this game I think it will bode extremely well for the rest of our season. I guess I like the fact that the first game will be a challenge. We have so many road 10AM games this year, we can't afford to come out of the gate slowly.

 

[Zowert]

I seriously think Golden Tate is going to have a breakout year. With Harvin out for the season (at least the majority), pressure is on Tate to stand out. Then there is Baldwin, who could do the same. So we will see. But I have a feeling Golden Tate is going to turn heads.

 

[HawkWow]

Their defense did a job on our run game (last year) and I think that's one reason Wilson will throw the rock 30+ x this year. Our D shut them down on 3rd downs and I see no reason why that shouldn't happen again. Both teams have improved...I believe us more so...but they are home. Couldn't ask for a better gauge.

 

[Joat]

Lot of hilarity in this thread.

 

[Tech Worlds]

Steve Smith must be 80 by now.

 

[Joat]

Close. Still a dominant WR who commands and beats most double teams.

 

[Mick063]

Ted Ginn jr. returning kicks scares the crap out of me.

 

[HawkFan72]

Ted Ginn jr. returning kicks scares the crap out of me.

He's always scared me. Seems like he always burns the Hawks. I was so glad when he left the 49ers. Now we get him week 1.

 

[Joat]

Ginn had a field day against the Steelers last week, but I doubt we see much of him as a WR until he shows he's more than a one trick pony.

You still have to honor his speed and Cam throws a great deep ball- so who knows.

 

[HawkFan72]

Ginn had a field day against the Steelers last week, but I doubt we see much of him as a WR until he shows he's more than a one trick pony.

You still have to honor his speed and Cam throws a great deep ball- so who knows.

He doesn't scare me as a WR at all. I am strictly talking about kick returns.

 

[Tech Worlds]

Ginn had a field day against the Steelers last week, but I doubt we see much of him as a WR until he shows he's more than a one trick pony.

You still have to honor his speed and Cam throws a great deep ball- so who knows.

He doesn't scare me as a WR at all. I am strictly talking about kick returns.

Exactly. And it really only concerns me because we will be kicking off about 8 times or so during this game.

 

[pmedic920]

Exactly. And it really only concerns me because we will be kicking off about 8 times or so during this game.[/quote]
Solution.... Kick it out of the end zone. Can't do squat if he ain't got the ball.

 

[CaptainSkybeard]

Exactly. And it really only concerns me because we will be kicking off about 8 times or so during this game.
Solution.... Kick it out of the end zone. Can't do squat if he ain't got the ball.

And you can tell Haushka stopped skipping leg day this off season. He can crush them out the back at will.