Delhomme: "It feels great"
Jake Delhomme seems to be recovering just fine in his comeback from Tommy John surgery on his throwing elbow. Delhomme threw for three straight days at minicamp this past weekend, looking strong while throwing mostly passes of distances not exceeding 20 yards. Delhomme did throw some 30- and 40-yard passes on the final day of minicamp. [Link]
NFL fates hinge on 7 bounce-back veterans (SportingNews.com)
We have spent the last few months focusing on the NFL draft and free agency. However, many teams are counting on… [Link]
It's the wrong era for a star LB like Connor
The draft day downward spiral of the most productive player ever from "Linebacker U" shows Alex Marvez how times have changed. [Link]
Best Available NFL Free Agents-Defense
With the NFL draft behind us, here's an updated look at the best available free agents from the defensive side of the ball. [Link]
As arrests pile up, how does Goodell's plan rate?
Roger Goodell got tough on the NFL's bad boys, but you wouldn't know it from the news. Alex Marvez checks in to see what's next. [Link]
Best Available NFL Free Agents-Offense
Here's a post-draft look at the best available NFL free agents from the offensive side of the ball. [Link]
This NFL offseason has been anything but uneventful
Who says nothing happens in the NFL offseason? Peter Schrager hands out some awards after a seriously hectic couple of months. [Link]
This NFL off-season has been anything but uneventful
Who says nothing happens in the NFL off-season? Peter Schrager hands out some awards after a seriously hectic couple of months. [Link]
Five teams that could get over playoff hump
You can write off the Bengals, but Randy Hill isn't giving up. Cincy is one of his five surprise playoff picks for the 2008 season. [Link]
Panthers turn to veteran receivers Hackett, Muhammad
Just like last season, No. 18 lined up next to Steve Smith in the Carolina Panthers' three-receiver set at Sunday's minicamp practice. Only this No. 18 wasn't the underachieving speedster with suspect hands. The Panthers have traded out Drew Carter for D.J. Hackett. Keary Colbert wasn't around on the sun-splashed morning either. Veteran Muhsin Muhammad, another offseason pickup, was split wide right on the same play. [Link]
Panthers turn to veteran receivers Hackett, Muhammad (AP)
Just like last season, No. 18 lined up next to Steve Smith in the Carolina Panthers' three-receiver set at Sunday's minicamp practice. Only this No. 18 wasn't the underachieving speedster with suspect hands. The Panthers have traded out Drew Carter for D.J. Hackett. Keary Colbert wasn't around on the sun-splashed morning either. [Link]
NFL Draft: 2009 Mock Draft
The 2008 NFL Draft is behind us, but it doesn't mean we can't have a little fun and take a look at the 2009 draft. Scout.com's NFL Draft Analyst Chris Steuber releases his first 2009 mock draft and includes draft-eligible underclassmen. [Link]
Panthers' Williams doesn't mind sharing with rookie Stewart
DeAngelo Williams was stuck as the Carolina Panthers' No. 2 running back last season, even though he averaged more yards per carry and had one more touchdown than DeShaun Foster. Williams finally became the featured back in February when Foster was released, only to perhaps lose the job last weekend when the Panthers took bruising Jonathan Stewart with the 13th pick in the draft. [Link]
Panthers' Williams doesn't mind sharing with rookie Stewart (AP)
DeAngelo Williams was stuck as the Carolina Panthers' No. 2 running back last season, even though he averaged more yards per carry and had one more touchdown than DeShaun Foster. Williams finally became the featured back in February when Foster was released, only to perhaps lose the job last weekend when the Panthers took bruising Jonathan Stewart with the 13th pick in the draft. [Link]
Delhomme throwing again for Panthers at minicamp
Jake Delhomme threw passes Friday as the Carolina Panthers opened minicamp, but the team's two first-round draft picks and last season's leading tackler sat out with injuries. Delhomme, who is coming off Tommy John surgery on his right elbow last year, practiced for the first time since last September. The quarterback threw 34 mostly short-to-midrange passes during individual drills in the morning session, though nothing longer than about 25 yards. [Link]
Delhomme throwing again for Panthers at minicamp (AP)
Jake Delhomme threw passes Friday as the Carolina Panthers opened minicamp, but the team's two first-round draft picks and last season's leading tackler sat out with injuries. Delhomme, who is coming off Tommy John surgery on his right elbow last year, practiced for the first time since last September. [Link]
Friday mini camp observations
PantherInsider.com's inside agents observed Panthers mini camp this afternoon and came away with several interesting observations. Get the scoop INSIDE! [Link]
Pressing needs for every NFL team
The draft can't fix everything (see the Jets' and 49ers' QB quandaries). Alex Marvez runs down every team's pressing needs. [Link]
Mini Camp starts today
The Carolina Panthers will get their first look of their newly revamped offensive and defensive lines when the Panthers kick-off their 2008 mini camp today. [Link]
Scout.com NFL Draft Report Card
Only five NFL teams earned an "A" in last weekend's NFL Draft according to former pro scout Tom Marino. Was your favorite team one of them? Or was it one of the handful who earned a failing grade? Check out Marino's grades for all 32 teams in this Scout.com feature. [Link]
Eight rookies who can make a difference in '08
Chad Henne is walking into a great opportunity in Miami. Alex Marvez has found one player per round who can make an early impact. [Link]
Five Chippewas to Participate in NFL Camps
MOUNT PLEASANT - Five members of the 2007 Mid-American Conference champion Central Michigan football team will participate in National Football League camps this spring. [Link]
Top questions heading into mini-camps
Which rookies will thrive? Will Brett Favre return? What are the Bears doing? Our NFL Czar tackles the biggest looming questions. [Link]
Top questions heading into mini-camps
Which rookies will thrive? Will Brett Favre return? What are the Bears doing? Our NFL Czar tackles the biggest looming questions. [Link]
Panthers bulk up line, sign DT Scott
The Carolina Panthers added more depth at defensive tackle with the signing of free agent Ian Scott. The move came a day after the Panthers came to terms with Darwin Walker on a one-year deal. Walker and Scott signed their contracts Tuesday, giving the Panthers' much needed help on the defensive line. The 6-foot-3, 302-pound Scott started 33 games in four seasons with the Chicago Bears before signing a free-agent deal with Philadelphia last year. [Link]
Panthers bulk up line by signing DT Ian Scott (AP)
The Carolina Panthers added more depth at defensive tackle with the signing of free agent Ian Scott. The move came a day after the Panthers came to terms with Darwin Walker on a one-year deal. Walker and Scott signed their contracts Tuesday, giving the Panthers' much needed help on the defensive line. [Link]
On the Clock: 15 prospects for '09 NFL Draft
With the '08 draft in the books, who's ready for next year? Peter Schrager gives you his draft wrap, complete with names for '09. [Link]
2009 NFL Draft: Steuber's Big Board
With the 2008 NFL Draft complete, it's never too early to take a look at the top senior prospects that will be available for the 2009 NFL Draft. Scout.com's NFL Draft Analyst Chris Steuber debuts his Big Board of the Top 19 seniors who will be available in 2009. [Link]
NFL Post-Draft Insider 1.0
Scout.com's NFL insider Adam Caplan gives you the inside skinny in what went behind the selections of eight teams in this post-draft update. Caplan also breaks down how some of drafted players will fit in with their new teams. [Link]
Panthers reach terms with DT Walker
The Carolina Panthers added depth on their defensive line by agreeing to a one-year deal with free agent Darwin Walker. Walker's agent, Al Irby, confirmed the deal Monday. The Chicago Bears let Walker go in February. Walker played in 11 games with seven starts in an injury-plagued season with Chicago in 2007. He finished with 17 tackles and one sack. Before that, Walker was a five-year starter in Philadelphia. [Link]
Charles Godfrey: PHOTOS.
Charles Godfrey was selected by the Carolina Panthers in the 3rd round (67) in the 2008 NFL Draft. Enjoy this photo gallery of highlights from Godfrey's time at the University of Iowa. [Link]
Panthers reach terms with DT Darwin Walker
The Carolina Panthers added depth on their defensive line by agreeing to a one-year deal with free agent Darwin Walker. Walker's agent, Al Irby, confirmed the deal Monday. The Chicago Bears let Walker go in February. Walker played in 11 games with seven starts in an injury-plagued season with Chicago in 2007. He finished with 17 tackles and one sack. Before that, Walker was a five-year starter in Philadelphia. [Link]
Panthers reach terms with DT Darwin Walker (AP)
The Carolina Panthers added depth on their defensive line by agreeing to a one-year deal with free agent Darwin Walker. Walker's agent, Al Irby, confirmed the deal Monday. The Chicago Bears let Walker go in February. Walker played in 11 games with seven starts in an injury-plagued season with Chicago in 2007. [Link]
Biggest surprises from 2008 Draft
Jeremy Shockey stayed put, Carolina passed on QBs and Cincy took some high-risk guys. See what else surprised Alex Marvez. [Link]
Panthers sign Walker
The Panthers went out and got their defensive tackle on Monday, signing South Carolina native Darwin Walker. [Link]
Panthers use draft to get bigger, faster, more physical (Yahoo! Sports)
In a draft that team officials hope will help propel the Carolina Panthers back into playoff contention,… [Link]
NFC grades: Redskins, Panthers earn high marks (Yahoo! Sports)
The two teams combined for 19 picks with plenty of potential starters on offense and defense. [Link]
Otah is a Proud Panther
In three years Jeff Otah's whirl wind journey has taken him from a relatively unknown junior college standout to a staring spot on a rebuilding Pittsburgh Panther offensive line and now he is a first round NFL draft pick of the Carolina Panthers. Otah talked to the PantherDigest about his journey. [Link]
NFL Draft Superlatives
Now that the NFL Draft is behind us, Scout.com's NFL Draft Analyst Chris Steuber hands out his Draft Superlatives. [Link]
Day-2 Draft Overview
The Panthers stuck with their new mantra for the NFL Draft and drafted the best player available at each of their picks. Will they contribute or even make the team? Find out inside. [Link]
Handing out draft grades for AFC teams
The Chiefs scored big at the NFL Draft with Glenn Dorsey. Our NFL Czar hands out draft grades for every team. How did yours rank? [Link]
Handing out draft grades for NFC teams
Atlanta got its franchise QB in Matt Ryan. But did the Falcons earn a high grade from our NFL Czar? See how the entire NFC fared. [Link]
How will this Giants' rookie class stack up?
Last year, almost every draft pick contributed to the Giants' Super Bowl season. Alex Marvez looks at how this class will compare. [Link]
Godfrey: the ball is in the air, it's my ball
The panthers wanted a physical safety that had coverage skills. They believe Charles Godfrey will fill that role. Godfrey has some experience as a safety, but the majority of his collegiate experience is at cornerback. Godfrey has good size, skill and speed to play center field for the Panthers. [Link]
Waiting game ends for Dixon (Yahoo! Sports)
Dennis Dixon felt slighted earlier in the fifth round but rejoiced after getting drafted by the Steelers. [Link]
How will this Giants' rookie class stack up?
Last year, almost every draft pick contributed to the Giants' Super Bowl season. Alex Marvez looks at how this class will compare. [Link]
Godfrey Has Carolina on His Mind
Some of the sting of a long Saturday was taken out by a short Sunday as Charles Godfrey heard his name called early on the second day of the NFL Draft. The Carolina Panthers tabbed the former Iowa cornerback with the fourth pick in Round 3, making him the first player from the state to be selected in this year's process. HN.com Senior Writer Rob Howe spoke with Charles right after he was picked. [Link]
Panthers get value in the third
The Carolina Panthers addressed their defense in the third round, taking CB/S Charles Godfrey from Iowa and LB Dan Connor from Penn State. [Link]
No pity party for former Oregon star (Yahoo! Sports)
Dennis Dixon was not drafted Saturday, but that hasn't taken away from his larger achievements. [Link]
NFL Draft Dish: Round 1 analysis (SportingNews.com)
A pick-by-pick analysis of the 2008 NFL draft's first round. [Link]
