Panthers Huddle - 2009 NFL Draft Edition

by Jaxon on May 5, 2009 10:00 AM EDT

Something we probably don't do enough on this site it discuss the weekly episodes of Panthers Huddle. Sure a John Fox interview is not any more exciting in person than reading the transcript but it is nice to see if he is actually grinning as he wastes a journalists time. Here are some of my impressions from this weeks' episode of the Panthers Huddle:

Panthers GM Marty Hurney was so ecstatic to pull off the Everette Brown trade he was shaking hands with the entire staff. Not that he's a robot or anything but it was a little unusual to see him showing so much elation.
DE Everette Brown did a pretty good job with his first round of interviews. He's a fairly well spoken kid who said all the right things, particularly when asked how he felt knowing the Panthers traded up to get him.
I liked the interview in the locker room with CB Captain Munnerlyn. He was definitely a little wide-eyed at seeing his full name above a locker stall. Both he and Brown are stoked from getting selected by their hometown team. I really like the Munnerlyn selection and think he has a good shot at making the club.

DL coach Brian Baker looks more like a player than a coach. The dude looks young and buff and carries a very business-like demeanor. There's just something about this guy I absolutely love but just couldn't my finger on it, until I read this in his profile:

Baker then moved to Georgia Tech, where he coached outside linebackers from 1987-95, adding defensive coordinator responsibilities in 1995. He contributed to the staff that helped the Yellow Jackets win the National Championship as the nation's only unbeaten team with an 11-0-1 record in 1990.

Thanks for the memories. In Baker I trust.

I liked Panther College Scout Ryan Cowden's comments on being able to tell which prospects have been training hard leading up to the combine.
The short piece on the Brinkley brothers was cool. I was surprised that LB Jasper wasn't drafted. He was a good player in college and could surprise in training camp.
I've been wondering how RG Keydrick Vincents recovery from a groin went. Judging by his ability to help refurbish a playground I would say very well.

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Being able to see the players and have their interviews taped really shows a lot about them. I think Brown is well-versed and will be able to grow into a leader role. Also it is refreshing when people like Brown can still be “wowed” by getting drafted. He knew he would but being able to soak in the moment makes them play with heart. Captain looks like he will give it his all. He knows the opportunity he has and we should give him a spot on the 53. I doubt he will disappoint.

by GMallory on May 5, 2009 11:39 AM EDT reply actions

excuse my ignorance

but can you watch the panthers huddle online, if so where?

by ClaytonFire on May 5, 2009 3:35 PM EDT up reply actions

I think they have pieces of it at Panthers.com, like the Everette Brown interview.

But not the whole show.

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by Jaxon on May 5, 2009 3:45 PM EDT up reply actions

The more we get to know these kids

The more I like this draft. It seems to me like this team is turning into the Bizarro-Cowboys — tons of physical talent, with great team-oriented personalities pushing the physical abilities to higher levels. (That would be the opposite of the Cowboys, who had great physical talent and horrible personalities damaging the talent.)

by MrEd12345 on May 5, 2009 1:45 PM EDT reply actions

LB Jasper Brinkley was drafted

I believe it was in round 5. but he was, were you referring to the fact that the panthers didnt draft him? he will surprise in training camp. reminds me alot of beason. before his injury the year before last we was the considered the best middle linebacker returning then the injury happened. also as a gamecock fan i was very pleased with the pick up of Captain Munnerlyn. He is alot faster then his 40 times he ran. he plays quicker and is a ball hawk. has the speed to catch up if he is beat off the line. plays alot taller then his height as well.

by saltinedeluxe on May 5, 2009 11:01 PM EDT reply actions

That is my bad again

It seems every time I fail to check these things I’m wrong. Drafted by the Vikings in the 5th. The clip must have been in the USC locker room (maybe on their Pro Day?) instead of the Panther locker room. I should have questioned that. Thanks for keeping me straight

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by Jaxon on May 6, 2009 9:08 AM EDT up reply actions

GT

I hate to be the spoiler, but didn’t Colorado win the National Championship that year, and not GT, or were they “co-champions”?

by usana_gaines on May 6, 2009 12:42 AM EDT reply actions

Co-champs, though Colorado went 11-1-1

After Tech has already won their game against Nebraska that night we needed ND to knock off Colorado. Late in the game Rocket Ishmail broke off what appeared to be a game winning punt return for a TD, only to have it called back for a BS clipping call. For about 20 seconds it was pure elation. Sharing the title never felt the same as actually winning it all.

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by Jaxon on May 6, 2009 9:06 AM EDT up reply actions