<![CDATA[Panthersfanz Forums - NFC South Forum]]> https://panthersfanz.com/board/ Mon, 18 May 2026 13:07:39 +0000 MyBB <![CDATA[Falcons’ James Pearce Jr. jailed]]> https://panthersfanz.com/board/showthread.php?tid=2294 Sun, 08 Feb 2026 12:59:33 -0600 Ladypanther]]> https://panthersfanz.com/board/showthread.php?tid=2294 https://www.local10.com/news/local/2026/...ent=wplg10

DORAL, Fla. — NFL star linebacker James Pearce Jr. was arrested Saturday after fleeing a domestic dispute and crashing his vehicle during a police chase, according to Doral Police Chief Edwin Lopez.

Officers were initially dispatched to DPD headquarters for a reported dispute between a male and female.

Police said Pearce, 22, fled the scene and later crashed at Northwest 103rd Avenue and 66th Street before being placed in handcuffs.

Lopez confirmed with Local 10 News that the woman in the dispute was WNBA star Rickea Jackson.

Jail records show Pearce is facing charges two counts of aggravated battery with a deadly weapon, and one count each of aggravated stalking and fleeing or eluding police with lights or siren.

Pearce was booked into Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center, with his bond yet to be set.

He was picked in the first round by the Atlanta Falcons in the 2025 NFL Draft, and the runner-up for Defensive rookie of the year.

Pearce had 10.5 sacks during his rookie year, the most by a Falcons rookie since Micah Parsons (Dallas Cowboys) in 2021.

Local 10 News has requested his arrest report from DPD, and no other information was immediately released.

The Falcons released a statement saying:

“We are aware of an incident involving James Pearce Jr., in Miami. We are in the process of gathering more information and will not have any further comment on an open legal matter at this time.”

Was at the NFL rewards on Thurs night.

Victim a WNBA player and then a police chase.  This sounds like it could be serious.

Hope is victim, Rickea Jackson, is ok.]]> https://www.local10.com/news/local/2026/...ent=wplg10

DORAL, Fla. — NFL star linebacker James Pearce Jr. was arrested Saturday after fleeing a domestic dispute and crashing his vehicle during a police chase, according to Doral Police Chief Edwin Lopez.

Officers were initially dispatched to DPD headquarters for a reported dispute between a male and female.

Police said Pearce, 22, fled the scene and later crashed at Northwest 103rd Avenue and 66th Street before being placed in handcuffs.

Lopez confirmed with Local 10 News that the woman in the dispute was WNBA star Rickea Jackson.

Jail records show Pearce is facing charges two counts of aggravated battery with a deadly weapon, and one count each of aggravated stalking and fleeing or eluding police with lights or siren.

Pearce was booked into Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center, with his bond yet to be set.

He was picked in the first round by the Atlanta Falcons in the 2025 NFL Draft, and the runner-up for Defensive rookie of the year.

Pearce had 10.5 sacks during his rookie year, the most by a Falcons rookie since Micah Parsons (Dallas Cowboys) in 2021.

Local 10 News has requested his arrest report from DPD, and no other information was immediately released.

The Falcons released a statement saying:

“We are aware of an incident involving James Pearce Jr., in Miami. We are in the process of gathering more information and will not have any further comment on an open legal matter at this time.”

Was at the NFL rewards on Thurs night.

Victim a WNBA player and then a police chase.  This sounds like it could be serious.

Hope is victim, Rickea Jackson, is ok.]]> <![CDATA[lol,,,Bucs new C]]> https://panthersfanz.com/board/showthread.php?tid=2278 Thu, 22 Jan 2026 08:04:53 -0600 Ladypanther]]> https://panthersfanz.com/board/showthread.php?tid=2278 The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are finalizing a deal to hire former Atlanta Falcons offensive coordinator Zac Robinson as their offensive coordinator, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Thursday.

Robinson was not brought back in Atlanta following the firing of coach Raheem Morris. The pair spent two seasons together, going 8-9 both years.

In 2025, the Falcons ranked 14th in total offense and 24th in scoring as they tried to navigate the transition to Michael Penix Jr. as their franchise quarterback. Penix, however, suffered an ACL injury that required reconstruction surgery in November, and Kirk Cousins finished the season for Atlanta at quarterback.

Prior to joining the Falcons, Robinson started with coaching career as a Los Angeles Rams assistant, working his way up to passing game coordinator and quarterbacks coach in

https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/4769...obinson-oc

Sounds like good news for the Panthers.]]> The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are finalizing a deal to hire former Atlanta Falcons offensive coordinator Zac Robinson as their offensive coordinator, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Thursday.

Robinson was not brought back in Atlanta following the firing of coach Raheem Morris. The pair spent two seasons together, going 8-9 both years.

In 2025, the Falcons ranked 14th in total offense and 24th in scoring as they tried to navigate the transition to Michael Penix Jr. as their franchise quarterback. Penix, however, suffered an ACL injury that required reconstruction surgery in November, and Kirk Cousins finished the season for Atlanta at quarterback.

Prior to joining the Falcons, Robinson started with coaching career as a Los Angeles Rams assistant, working his way up to passing game coordinator and quarterbacks coach in

https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/4769...obinson-oc

Sounds like good news for the Panthers.]]> <![CDATA[Taking orders now.]]> https://panthersfanz.com/board/showthread.php?tid=2192 Tue, 11 Nov 2025 17:10:13 -0600 Firstchance]]> https://panthersfanz.com/board/showthread.php?tid=2192 <![CDATA[BUCS LOSE TO LIONS -- AND MIKE EVANS...]]> https://panthersfanz.com/board/showthread.php?tid=2165 Tue, 21 Oct 2025 21:02:48 -0500 Hobbit99]]> https://panthersfanz.com/board/showthread.php?tid=2165
The B I G news however, was about Mike Evans who apparently suffered a concussion and a broken collar bone and will be out for "most of the season" according to those who know. The injury status was confirmed by HC Todd Bowles.

https://www.buccaneers.com/news/lions-bu...eport-2025

https://www.nfl.com/news/buccaneers-wr-m...der-injury]]>
The B I G news however, was about Mike Evans who apparently suffered a concussion and a broken collar bone and will be out for "most of the season" according to those who know. The injury status was confirmed by HC Todd Bowles.

https://www.buccaneers.com/news/lions-bu...eport-2025

https://www.nfl.com/news/buccaneers-wr-m...der-injury]]> <![CDATA[FALCONS QBs - WHO KNOWS - KIRK COUSINS ABSENT FROM OTAs]]> https://panthersfanz.com/board/showthread.php?tid=2023 Tue, 27 May 2025 14:01:45 -0500 Hobbit99]]> https://panthersfanz.com/board/showthread.php?tid=2023
DAILY MAIL - MSN: https://www.msn.com/en-us/sports/nfl/fal...d73e&ei=17]]>
DAILY MAIL - MSN: https://www.msn.com/en-us/sports/nfl/fal...d73e&ei=17]]> <![CDATA[Saints QB Derek Carr retiring]]> https://panthersfanz.com/board/showthread.php?tid=1988 Sat, 10 May 2025 10:07:14 -0500 Ladypanther]]> https://panthersfanz.com/board/showthread.php?tid=1988 https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6346335...s-raiders/


New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr announced his retirement Saturday, the team shared in a news release. The 34-year-old is dealing with a labral tear in his right shoulder and has significant degenerative changes to his rotator cuff, the Saints said.

“Upon reflection of prayer, and in discussion with (my wife) Heather, I’ve decided to retire from the National Football League,” Carr said in the statement. “For more than 11 years, we have been incredibly blessed, and we are forever grateful and humbled by this experience. It’s difficult to find the right words to express our thanks to all the teammates, coaches, management, ownership, team officials and especially the fans who made this journey so special. Your unwavering support has meant the world to us.”


Hate it for Carr but could not have happened to a more deserving franchise.  Big Grin ]]> https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6346335...s-raiders/


New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr announced his retirement Saturday, the team shared in a news release. The 34-year-old is dealing with a labral tear in his right shoulder and has significant degenerative changes to his rotator cuff, the Saints said.

“Upon reflection of prayer, and in discussion with (my wife) Heather, I’ve decided to retire from the National Football League,” Carr said in the statement. “For more than 11 years, we have been incredibly blessed, and we are forever grateful and humbled by this experience. It’s difficult to find the right words to express our thanks to all the teammates, coaches, management, ownership, team officials and especially the fans who made this journey so special. Your unwavering support has meant the world to us.”


Hate it for Carr but could not have happened to a more deserving franchise.  Big Grin ]]> <![CDATA[Saints QB Derek Carr has shoulder injury, availability for 2025 season in jeopardy:]]> https://panthersfanz.com/board/showthread.php?tid=1927 Sat, 12 Apr 2025 17:38:52 -0500 Ladypanther]]> https://panthersfanz.com/board/showthread.php?tid=1927 https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6273388...jury-2025/


According to league sources, Carr is dealing with a shoulder injury that could threaten his availability the upcoming season. The injury was not a surprise to either the Saints or the 11-year veteran. Both parties are weighing their options, including the possibility of surgery.

Carr’s 2024 season, his second with the Saints, ended prematurely due to a fracture in his non-throwing hand. He also missed time with an oblique injury and played just 10 games. The Saints were 5-12 last season but 5-5 when Carr started, as the veteran passed for 2,145 passing yards, 15 touchdowns and five interceptions.

The Saints signed Carr to a four-year, $150 million deal in 2023, with $60 million guaranteed. According to OverThe Cap, Carr’s contract is a $20.4 million cap hit for the Saints in 2025 and a $69.2 million cap hit in 2026; the void years on his deal stretch from 2027 through 2029.

The other two quarterbacks on New Orleans’ roster, 2023 fourth-round pick Jake Haener and 2024 fifth-round pick Spencer Rattler, combined to go 0-7 in relief of Carr. Rattler finished 0-6, completing just 57 percent of his passes for 1,137 yards, four touchdowns and five interceptions.

New Orleans holds the No. 9 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, and four of its nine picks sit in the top 100. The Saints have drafted a QB in four of the last five drafts. Those quarterbacks — Rattler, Haener, Ian Book and Tommy Stevens — are a combined 0-8 in their starts.

Well...seems the Saints are in a pickle and I LOVE IT.!

[Image: eb7b2724eb6cecd0c193ac96c237a360.gif] ]]> https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6273388...jury-2025/


According to league sources, Carr is dealing with a shoulder injury that could threaten his availability the upcoming season. The injury was not a surprise to either the Saints or the 11-year veteran. Both parties are weighing their options, including the possibility of surgery.

Carr’s 2024 season, his second with the Saints, ended prematurely due to a fracture in his non-throwing hand. He also missed time with an oblique injury and played just 10 games. The Saints were 5-12 last season but 5-5 when Carr started, as the veteran passed for 2,145 passing yards, 15 touchdowns and five interceptions.

The Saints signed Carr to a four-year, $150 million deal in 2023, with $60 million guaranteed. According to OverThe Cap, Carr’s contract is a $20.4 million cap hit for the Saints in 2025 and a $69.2 million cap hit in 2026; the void years on his deal stretch from 2027 through 2029.

The other two quarterbacks on New Orleans’ roster, 2023 fourth-round pick Jake Haener and 2024 fifth-round pick Spencer Rattler, combined to go 0-7 in relief of Carr. Rattler finished 0-6, completing just 57 percent of his passes for 1,137 yards, four touchdowns and five interceptions.

New Orleans holds the No. 9 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, and four of its nine picks sit in the top 100. The Saints have drafted a QB in four of the last five drafts. Those quarterbacks — Rattler, Haener, Ian Book and Tommy Stevens — are a combined 0-8 in their starts.

Well...seems the Saints are in a pickle and I LOVE IT.!

[Image: eb7b2724eb6cecd0c193ac96c237a360.gif] ]]> <![CDATA[SAINTS HIRE EAGLES OC AS NEW HC - KELLEN MOORE TO SAINTS]]> https://panthersfanz.com/board/showthread.php?tid=1839 Tue, 11 Feb 2025 20:34:02 -0600 Hobbit99]]> https://panthersfanz.com/board/showthread.php?tid=1839
ESPN:  Kellen Moore New HC For Saints

N O SAINTS:  Saints Announce HC Hire]]>
ESPN:  Kellen Moore New HC For Saints

N O SAINTS:  Saints Announce HC Hire]]> <![CDATA[RAMS & COOPER KUPP -- FINISHED..???]]> https://panthersfanz.com/board/showthread.php?tid=1834 Mon, 03 Feb 2025 23:15:24 -0600 Hobbit99]]> https://panthersfanz.com/board/showthread.php?tid=1834
Cooper Kupp announced on social media that the team (Rams) had notified him that they would be trading him this off-season. The trade would come with two years remaining on his contract worth about $20 Million per year -- unless his contract is re-negotiated. His new team would be responsible for those two years, including roster bonuses and base contract monies.

This is another example of an 'aging' but still young player looking down the barrel of an unknown future.

MSN:  Rams Seeking Trade For Cooper Kupp

ESPN:  Rams Seeking Trade Partner For "Highly Motivated" Kupp]]>
Cooper Kupp announced on social media that the team (Rams) had notified him that they would be trading him this off-season. The trade would come with two years remaining on his contract worth about $20 Million per year -- unless his contract is re-negotiated. His new team would be responsible for those two years, including roster bonuses and base contract monies.

This is another example of an 'aging' but still young player looking down the barrel of an unknown future.

MSN:  Rams Seeking Trade For Cooper Kupp

ESPN:  Rams Seeking Trade Partner For "Highly Motivated" Kupp]]> <![CDATA[Saints helped in coverup of pedophiles in Catholic chorch]]> https://panthersfanz.com/board/showthread.php?tid=1833 Mon, 03 Feb 2025 18:12:02 -0600 Ladypanther]]> https://panthersfanz.com/board/showthread.php?tid=1833 This is disgusting," said state Rep. Mandie Landry, D-New Orleans. "As a New Orleans resident, taxpayer and Catholic, it doesn't make any sense to me why the Saints would go to these lengths to protect grown men who raped children. All of them should have been just as horrified at the allegations."


https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/4367...se-scandal

This article in not behind a firewall so you can click to read the story.  IMO, it is disgusting. You help to cover it up...you are just as guilty as the rapist.]]> This is disgusting," said state Rep. Mandie Landry, D-New Orleans. "As a New Orleans resident, taxpayer and Catholic, it doesn't make any sense to me why the Saints would go to these lengths to protect grown men who raped children. All of them should have been just as horrified at the allegations."


https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/4367...se-scandal

This article in not behind a firewall so you can click to read the story.  IMO, it is disgusting. You help to cover it up...you are just as guilty as the rapist.]]> <![CDATA[Saints HC search]]> https://panthersfanz.com/board/showthread.php?tid=1828 Sun, 26 Jan 2025 10:35:55 -0600 Ladypanther]]> https://panthersfanz.com/board/showthread.php?tid=1828 What are they doing??  Lots of media discussion about the other teams but not that much chatter about the Saints.

Just saw this:

Bills OC Joe Brady pulls out of Saints’ HC search, will remain with Buffalo

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6088401...ch-search/

As the Buffalo Bills approach the AFC title game this weekend, Bills offensive coordinator Joe Brady has opted to take himself out of consideration for the New Orleans Saints head-coaching job and remain with Buffalo, a team source confirmed Saturday. NFL Network first reported the news.

Per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, the Saints wanted to conduct a second interview with Brady, as well as Philadelphia Eagles offensive coordinator Kellen Moore, whose team is also still in the playoffs.

Hire Kellen please.  Think McCarthy still in the mix.]]> What are they doing??  Lots of media discussion about the other teams but not that much chatter about the Saints.

Just saw this:

Bills OC Joe Brady pulls out of Saints’ HC search, will remain with Buffalo

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6088401...ch-search/

As the Buffalo Bills approach the AFC title game this weekend, Bills offensive coordinator Joe Brady has opted to take himself out of consideration for the New Orleans Saints head-coaching job and remain with Buffalo, a team source confirmed Saturday. NFL Network first reported the news.

Per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, the Saints wanted to conduct a second interview with Brady, as well as Philadelphia Eagles offensive coordinator Kellen Moore, whose team is also still in the playoffs.

Hire Kellen please.  Think McCarthy still in the mix.]]> <![CDATA[Sam Darnold & Vikings - DESTROY - Falcons]]> https://panthersfanz.com/board/showthread.php?tid=1777 Sun, 08 Dec 2024 19:56:28 -0600 Hobbit99]]> https://panthersfanz.com/board/showthread.php?tid=1777
Darnold goes off against the Falcons.  347 Yds; 5 TDs; 0 Ints; 157.9 pass rtg. (Vikings record).

Quote:Sam Darnold threw a career-high five touchdown passes, finding Jordan Addison (for three scores) and Justin Jefferson (for two), as well as multiple explosive plays in a 42-21 Vikings victory Sunday over the Atlanta Falcons.

Darnold also set new career highs in passing yards (347) and passer rating (157.9) in a game, and although an NFL max passer rating is 158.3, it's hard to imagine anyone playing better than Darnold did.

He completed 22 of 28 passes and withstood seven hits, four sacks and multiple other pressures caused by the Falcons (6-7).

 VIKINGS.COM:  https://www.vikings.com/news/sam-darnold...servations]]>
Darnold goes off against the Falcons.  347 Yds; 5 TDs; 0 Ints; 157.9 pass rtg. (Vikings record).

Quote:Sam Darnold threw a career-high five touchdown passes, finding Jordan Addison (for three scores) and Justin Jefferson (for two), as well as multiple explosive plays in a 42-21 Vikings victory Sunday over the Atlanta Falcons.

Darnold also set new career highs in passing yards (347) and passer rating (157.9) in a game, and although an NFL max passer rating is 158.3, it's hard to imagine anyone playing better than Darnold did.

He completed 22 of 28 passes and withstood seven hits, four sacks and multiple other pressures caused by the Falcons (6-7).

 VIKINGS.COM:  https://www.vikings.com/news/sam-darnold...servations]]> <![CDATA[SAINTS -- HC DENNIS ALLEN FIRED....]]> https://panthersfanz.com/board/showthread.php?tid=1739 Mon, 04 Nov 2024 17:17:21 -0600 Hobbit99]]> https://panthersfanz.com/board/showthread.php?tid=1739
NFL.COM:  NO Saints Fire Head Coach Allen

MSN.COM:  Saints Replace HC Allen With ST Coord Rizzi]]>
NFL.COM:  NO Saints Fire Head Coach Allen

MSN.COM:  Saints Replace HC Allen With ST Coord Rizzi]]> <![CDATA[Saleh axed]]> https://panthersfanz.com/board/showthread.php?tid=1720 Tue, 08 Oct 2024 10:08:35 -0500 Ladypanther]]> https://panthersfanz.com/board/showthread.php?tid=1720 https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/20...ired-jets/

The New York Jets, off to a disappointing start this season in quarterback Aaron Rodgers’s return from injury, fired Robert Saleh as their coach Tuesday. The move was confirmed by a person familiar with the situation.

The Jets have a record of 2-3 and have lost two straight games, including a 23-17 defeat to the Minnesota Vikings Sunday in London. Rodgers mostly has struggled after missing all but four offensive snaps of last season because of a torn Achilles’ tendon in his left leg suffered in his debut for the franchise.]]> https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/20...ired-jets/

The New York Jets, off to a disappointing start this season in quarterback Aaron Rodgers’s return from injury, fired Robert Saleh as their coach Tuesday. The move was confirmed by a person familiar with the situation.

The Jets have a record of 2-3 and have lost two straight games, including a 23-17 defeat to the Minnesota Vikings Sunday in London. Rodgers mostly has struggled after missing all but four offensive snaps of last season because of a torn Achilles’ tendon in his left leg suffered in his debut for the franchise.]]> <![CDATA[FALCONS ADD MULTI PRO-BOWL EDGE -- MATTHEW JUDON]]> https://panthersfanz.com/board/showthread.php?tid=1597 Wed, 14 Aug 2024 19:57:58 -0500 Hobbit99]]> https://panthersfanz.com/board/showthread.php?tid=1597
Judon played in only four games last year, but gathered in four sacks (one per game..!!!).  In 2021 and 2022 he collected 28 sacks while playing in all 17 games each year....

https://www.msn.com/en-us/sports/nfl/pat...7cc26&ei=6


Quote:"Matthew Judon has a new team.

Judon has been traded by the New England Patriots to the Atlanta Falcons. The Patriots are receiving a third-round pick from the Falcons in return for the four-time Pro Bowl pass-rusher, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.

The trade of Judon seemed inevitable after reports over the last few days indicated Judon, who turns 32 on Thursday, was limited to four games last season after he suffered a torn bicep early in the year. He still managed to accumulate four sacks despite his limited playing time.

Judon was arguably New England’s best defensive player in 2021 and 2022, totaling 28 sacks across the two seasons while appearing in all 17 games each year.

Judon is set to earn $6.5 million this season in what will be the final year of his deal. The Patriots had offered him an extension this offseason, but it apparently was not to his liking. It remains to be seen whether the Falcons will be giving him a contract extension."
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Judon played in only four games last year, but gathered in four sacks (one per game..!!!).  In 2021 and 2022 he collected 28 sacks while playing in all 17 games each year....

https://www.msn.com/en-us/sports/nfl/pat...7cc26&ei=6


Quote:"Matthew Judon has a new team.

Judon has been traded by the New England Patriots to the Atlanta Falcons. The Patriots are receiving a third-round pick from the Falcons in return for the four-time Pro Bowl pass-rusher, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.

The trade of Judon seemed inevitable after reports over the last few days indicated Judon, who turns 32 on Thursday, was limited to four games last season after he suffered a torn bicep early in the year. He still managed to accumulate four sacks despite his limited playing time.

Judon was arguably New England’s best defensive player in 2021 and 2022, totaling 28 sacks across the two seasons while appearing in all 17 games each year.

Judon is set to earn $6.5 million this season in what will be the final year of his deal. The Patriots had offered him an extension this offseason, but it apparently was not to his liking. It remains to be seen whether the Falcons will be giving him a contract extension."
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