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Panthers' Defense Shines in 24-9 Win Over Rival Falcons

Posted: Sep 28th 2008 5:44PM by Sportz Assassin (author feed)
Filed under: Atlanta Falcons, Panthers, NFC South

If the Carolina Panthers are going to get back into the playoffs, they will need to continue their defensive intensity. Carolina held the NFL's leading rusher Michael Turner to just 56 yards and didn't let young Matt Ryan get comfortable in their 24-9 over the Falcons.

Their offense had quite a day, too. Jake Delhomme threw for 294 yards and two TDs (one to each Steve Smith and Muhsin Muhammad). After Smith's touchdown, he gave the ball to cornerback Ken Lucas. It was Lucas who Smith pummelled during a training camp fight that led to a two-game suspension for Smith.

With Smith getting a ton of attention from Atlanta, Muhammad looked like the player from his first go around in Charlotte. He caught eight passes for 147 yards and a huge touchdown in the fourth quarter to put the game away.

You'd swear that this was 2003 again and Stephen Davis would run out on the field at any moment. Panther fans will just have to do with the combo of Jonathan Stewart (who scored his rookie leading fourth TD) and DeAngelo Williams. The two equally shared duties and combined for 109 yards.

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"Greatest Panther" Poll Shows How Far Franchise Still Has to Go

Posted: Jul 11th 2008 10:20AM by David J. Warner (author feed)
Filed under: Panthers, NFC South

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When you're stuck in that NFL dead zone in between post-draft minicamp and the start of training camp, you find yourself looking for things to do. This is doubly true in the media, which suddenly has little to write about unless draft picks get signed or sketchy receivers get busted for cutting cocaine in the back of a van.

With that in mind, the gang at the Rock Hill Herald has decided to occupy fans time with a simple question: who's the greatest Carolina Panther ever?

Upon looking at this poll, though, "greatest" suddenly seems relative. Sure, you've got quality players on here -- Mike Rucker, Mike Minter, Steve Smith, Julius Peppers, John Kasay, etc. Some of these names, though, only serve to remind you just how young this franchise is. How many great years did Stephen Davis and DeShaun Foster have? Does Kerry Collins deserve to be on here after only one great year? Can we consider his replacement, Steve Beuerlein, truly great? And didn't Sam Mills and Kevin Greene have their best years with other teams?

This year marks the Panthers' 15th season in the NFL. Perhaps we should wait another decade before running such a poll again. I'm not sure the franchise has been around long enough for us to consider this question. Besides, I'm too biased by the current lineup not to vote for Smith.

Checking in with Ryan Moats

Posted: Aug 22nd 2006 11:25AM by Enrico Campitelli (author feed)
Filed under: Eagles, AFC South

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For those who aren't Eagles.com addicts, they have a nice little "blog" section with some featured blogs. One of the coolest is done by Eagles running back Ryan Moats. He posts on a fairly regular basis and gives some interesting insight into a young players thoughts. His most recent entry talks about his poor performance in last week's Ravens game and the prospect of the Eagles bringing in Stephen Davis.

The Eagles brought Stephen Davis in for a physical. What's my reaction? I can't control what this organization does. All I can do is worry about me and get myself right. When it's time for me to play, I'll be ready. Learning how to prepare is something I didn't know how to do. That's what I'm learning as we go, learning how to prepare for a game.

You always have to go out there and prepare like it's your last down.

It doesn't sound like he is too happy about the prospect of another running back being brought into the mix. Ryan Moats should make the team regardless of whether or not Davis is signed but he needs to start performing better than the last few preseason games to live up to his 3rd round draft position.

Stephen Davis Visiting Philly Today

Posted: Aug 21st 2006 1:42PM by Enrico Campitelli (author feed)
Filed under: Eagles, NFC East

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Eagles fans everywhere have been begging for a power running back to compliment Brian Westbrook. Today the Eagles brought in 10 year veteran Stephen Davis for a "physical and interview."

The two biggest question mark positions in camp have clearly been the receivers (you know your receivers are weak when a video game says they stink) and the backfield. There is a lot of concern, as there is every year, especially with Westbrook's recent injuries, that Brian can't go an entire season without getting injured. Personally, I think BWest will be fine and have a very productive year and will be the biggest weapon on the Eagles offense. I do see legitimate reasons to be a little concerned with the depth at the position. Ryan Moats seems to have made little progress from his rookie season and at times appears to have regressed. Betting on Buckhalter to play a full season is like betting on Terrell Owens to have a controversy free year. Mahe, Perry, and Tapeh have shown fans almost nothing to get excited about.

The bottom line with Stephen Davis is if he is healthy and can put up performances like he did years ago he could prove to be a savvy signing by Andy Reid if he chooses to go that route.

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