02-02-2023, 09:38 PM -
(02-02-2023, 07:27 PM)Firstchance Wrote: Thinking Darnold is a free agent. But I would try to resign him for 2-3 years, see what Matt is capable of doing and either draft Hooker in round 2 or wait till next year which has so much qb talent.
As you can most likely tell, I’m high on Hooker. (And high on next years talent).
Well, you're right I think. Darnold may very well BECOME a FA. He is, however, NOT a FA right now. So, theoretically, the Panthers could re-sign Darnold without allowing him to "test" the FA market. Free Agency doesn't begin until the new contract year starts. The date for the new contract year (and for FA..) is March 15. I suspect that particular decision, about FA, has already been made, although Frank Reich may push for a specific outcome. So, the decision about Darnold could hang in the balance.
I too am interested in H. Hooker. He looks to be capable and would come with a reduced cost. He has a high ceiling, but sadly a relatively low floor. Probably would be a good choice if we decided to go with a veteran as you suggested. I really think we could be successful with Darnold, Carr, or Garoppolo. None of them are the long-term answer, but could hold us for at least a year and allow us to build more continuity.
(02-02-2023, 09:16 PM)PantherFan007 Wrote: The one thing I worry about with Matt Corral is that (1) he was injured a bit in college, and (2) he came into the NFL and didn't make it past the batter's box.
I like Darnold as a veteran presence, but not particularly for Corral.
I do like Jimmy G, but it also looks like Derek Carr is about to be handed his walking papers. (HERE)
There are going to be a few "veteran" players available, but some of them aren't coming here to backup a rookie, which I believe in all reality is what is going to happen.
But who knows. Why is this all taking so long??? lol Are we "there yet"???
I'm not sure why Darnold could not be a veteran bridge for Corral...?? I'm sure you have your thoughts, but..????
Yes, both Carr and Garoppolo COULD end up on the table. Along with Darnold, that would make three potential veterans for Reich and Fitts to choose from.... if that's the way they wanted to move forward.
I don't think any veteran would come here with the idea of being a B/U to a rookie. I rather believe, as First mentioned, that a veteran would sign a 2-3 yr contract as a starting QB while working a rookie into the lineup over a year or so. In other words a "bridge" to a rookie in the future.
LOL.. You can't ask "Are we there yet.?" That only works from inside a vehicle moving down the road.!!
This post was last modified: 02-02-2023, 09:51 PM by Hobbit99.