06-02-2022, 12:33 PM -
In the past few days the Panthers have made a few moves around the Defensive End position. The DEs are a defining part of the 'pass-rush' part of the defensive game. Because of the proliferation of "spread" and "run and gun" style offenses, it has become necessary to add 'Edge' players who have speed and ability to disrupt offensive pass schemes. Now, after the FA period and the draft, it becomes more obvious where the coaching staff feels there is a need for 'improvement'.
The Panthers have announced that they have waived DE Joe Jackson. Jackson was a veteran guy who was drafted by the Cowboys and has also played with the Browns. The Panthers signed him back in February (I think..??). At any rate, he is now waived for other teams to take a crack at. It appears that he failed to impress the staff here as soon as the vets started OTAs. Not certain what the issues were. Maybe a general lack of conditioning, or possibly an 'attitude' problem...?? There certainly has NOT been time to evaluate playing ability at this point in the season.
Now, today, the Panthers have announced signing DE Drew Jordan. Jordan is a UDFA from this year's class. Jordan played four years at Duke and then a fifth year of eligibility at Michigan State (last year..). Have to wait and see what he brings to the table.
Panthers: Panthers Sign DE Drew Jordan
The Panthers have announced that they have waived DE Joe Jackson. Jackson was a veteran guy who was drafted by the Cowboys and has also played with the Browns. The Panthers signed him back in February (I think..??). At any rate, he is now waived for other teams to take a crack at. It appears that he failed to impress the staff here as soon as the vets started OTAs. Not certain what the issues were. Maybe a general lack of conditioning, or possibly an 'attitude' problem...?? There certainly has NOT been time to evaluate playing ability at this point in the season.
Now, today, the Panthers have announced signing DE Drew Jordan. Jordan is a UDFA from this year's class. Jordan played four years at Duke and then a fifth year of eligibility at Michigan State (last year..). Have to wait and see what he brings to the table.
Panthers: Panthers Sign DE Drew Jordan