10 thoughts - Panthers game

[Gandhi]

1 – Beck’s poise was easily the most impressive part of his game.

2 – I will use this thought to underline the premise. Every single one on this board is aware that it is a preseason game, that players are not playing together with the best players, and that players are not playing against the best players. We really don’t need to be reminded of that. The main point is that each of them would sell their organs and firstborn child to play well and secure a roster spot. They will give everything they have, and they will do it against other backups and fringe players, so it is sort of a level playing field.

And now I will not bother you with that again.

3 – Nobody on this planet could have hoped for a better first game from Beck.

4 – Andrew Billings could be a very good, underrated signing.

5 – By all accounts, Jayden Williams have been a positive surprise in training camp, and I think he carried that with him to this game. Solid all around.

6 – If Jalen Brooks or Reggie Virgil is down as your #4 or even #5 WR, then you know that your unit is impressive.

7 – I would not be shocked if Ojulari did not make the final roster.

8 – Bam Knight as the #3 RB is not bad at all.

9 – Linebacker Austin Keys was the only pleasant surprise on defense (I don’t consider Billings a surprise).

10 – I really liked Oli Udoh’s run blocking. Can’t pass block to save his life, but he can certainly move the guy in front of him.

 

[PJ1]

All good points. Ojulari and Kei’trel Clark stood out on D in a bad way. Others too but these two needed a good game against this level of competition.

 

[Russ Smith]

Keys had some good plays but on the game losing TD un by the QB Keys was at fault it was right there in front of him to make the play but he didn't react fast enough

 

[Adrian]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts Ghandi. I appreciate it.

 

[Adrian]

Man, if Brooks can continue to stretch the field, like he did last night? That would be huge for this team.

 

[FB94]

Agree with most except for LB Keys. He did have a couple solid plays, but man he looked lost in coverage and was very slow to work his way down the line of scrimmage to find RB on that long run they had. Secondary coverage and pass rush also below average most of the night. Really no one getting home with 4 man rush except for early in Q1.

 

[kerouac9]

Elijah Jones played 50 snaps in this game. Targeted 8 times, allowed 3 receptions for 17 yards.

Rabbit played 9 snaps.

 

[mjb21aztd]

Awesomeeee gm by beck hopin he continues to do wrll)

plus im a big dawgs fan georgia) least 1 team i like wins lol sighh

And shiattyyyyy gm by the def def needs work bef real season

Goooo cards

Will love play at all in preseason?

 

[Stout]

The only reason the Beej will probably make the roster is because our OLBer room is mostly ass.

 

[Weenus O'Baggins]

I will echo the appreciation for the continued 10 thoughts posts

 

[Goldfield]

I’m done expecting Beej -thx Stout, to do anything.

 

[Gandhi]

Agree with most except for LB Keys. He did have a couple solid plays, but man he looked lost in coverage and was very slow to work his way down the line of scrimmage to find RB on that long run they had.

FB, that’s my point. “A couple of solid plays” is more than anyone on the defense not named Billings, and Keys is an undrafted guy on his second team in two years. I think that is impressive.

 

[Gandhi]

The only reason the Beej will probably make the roster is because our OLBer room is mostly ass.

That is my exact thinking as well, Stout. He was a second-round pick made by Ossenfort, and there is no one else that deserves to take his place on the roster. Thus, he’s probably in.

 

[schutd]

Elijah Jones played 50 snaps in this game. Targeted 8 times, allowed 3 receptions for 17 yards.

Rabbit played 9 snaps.

Not being obtuse. Given the game... Does that mean that Rabbit is on the verge of getting cut, or does it mean the staff is comfortable enough with him, that they didnt need to play him much this game? I guess if they were comfortable with him, he wouldnt have played at all...

 

[kerouac9]

Not being obtuse. Given the game... Does that mean that Rabbit is on the verge of getting cut, or does it mean the staff is comfortable enough with him, that they didnt need to play him much this game? I guess if they were comfortable with him, he wouldnt have played at all...

I think we need more information. Based on just this evidence, I’d say that Wingard is more secure as the starter, and also that the ST coach wanted to see Rabbit in some packages. These numbers came from PFF, and they didn’t break out special teams snaps. It’s possible those were punts and kickoffs.

 

[Garthshort]

One big advantage that Beck had that as QB #3, he played in the game with guys that he has been practicing with. That should be a help.

 

[Garthshort]

#9-What a difference a play makes. If Keys had stopped the runner on the last play of the game, we ALL would be raving about him. I'll give him a promising grade, and will be looking a little more at #53.

 

[eastcoastDave]

Going into the game, I wanted to see 3 things: 1) football is back, 2) Beck playing well, 3) play calling of the new head coach.
Here’s my thoughts on my expectations list:
1) The game was like watching James Madison playing Northern Arizona. Football but not great football. Good enough on that count.
2. Beck played well. But anyone with a grain of smarts knows it was not against quality opponents. My hope is he’ll get more opportunities against stronger opponents. Then we’ll be able to better judge his talents. (I keep reminding myself that Tom Brady was a 5th round pick.)
3. Play calling: I think ML will be aggressive, and I like that. We had an even number or runs and passes, which is good.

 

[BullheadCardFan]

.(I keep reminding myself that Tom Brady was a 5th round pick.)

6th

 

[Gandhi]

One big advantage that Beck had that as QB #3, he played in the game with guys that he has been practicing with. That should be a help.

True, but then imagine what he could do if he played with the best players.