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Panthers training camp 2018: Panthers release Drew Iddings; are looking to add a tight end to the roster Update: According to Max Henson
Authentic Ian Thomas Jersey , the Panthers have signed undrafted rookie tight end Cam Serigne to fill the roster spot left by Iddings.According to a tweet from Bryan Strickland, the Carolina Panthers have released defensive lineman Drew Iddings on the eve of training camp and are expected to fill his roster spot with a tight end due to Chris Manhertz starting the season on the Physically Unable to Perform (aka PUP) list.With Manhertz being unable to suit up at the start of training camp it makes a little sense to want an extra tight end running drills with the offense. The Panthers currently have four active tight ends on the roster: Greg Olsen, Ian Thomas, Evan Bayliss and James Vander
Laan. Given that they’ll want to limit Olsen’s activities as much as they can over the first few days (since he’s kind of an important piece to the offense being good), adding someone to get Manhertz’s reps in practice is probably a solid decision.The Panthers will hold their first training camp practice at Wofford College in Spartanburg, SC tomorrow at 6:30 p.m. ET.Stay tuned for more information on this story, as we’ll provide an update to the player that is added to the roster to replace Iddings as soon as that information is made available to us. There was a decent dose of expectation for Christian McCaffrey heading into his sophomore year in the NFL. It didn’t take much to realize that the former Stanford star bulked up in the off-season. Would the change in his body lead to production? The early results suggest yes. Before last week’s games
http://www.carolinapanthersteamonline.com/michael-palardy-jersey��, he was 4th in the league in yards after contact.Don’t believe the stats? Well here are some examples:The one area of improvement that’s gone under noticed is his pass blocking. McCaffrey struggled in this area last season. The objectives for a back in pass protection are to identify the blitzer and have sound technique to prevent a muddled pocket.McCaffrey’s job is straight forward on this blitz. Cam Newton is taking a short three step drop on a timing route. McCaffrey quickly identifies the blitzing linebacker and forces him back inside. The Bengals bring a similar blitz later in the game. The defensive line slants to the left, which gives McCaffrey a straight forward ID on the linebacker. He assists Tyler Larsen to give Newton a clean pocket. There’s a lot going on in this play-action pass. Ryan Kalil gets run over. Greg Van Roten pulls, but he’s late to pick up the edge rusher. McCaffrey lands a solid chip on the edge to help Van Roten. This gives Newton just enough time before attempting his pass.This isn’t a pretty rep, but he does his job to slow down both blitzing linebackers. His overall strength has improved, but McCaffrey can still improve his technique to become a better blocker. He’s improved upon the mental side by correctly picking up blitz concepts to keep Newton’s pocket clean.Here is an example of his strength and technique working together. He matches with the stunting rusher, establishes a wide base, and makes perfect contact. McCaffrey doesn’t get ran over
Authentic Christian McCaffrey Jersey , which is a sign that he showed correct technique. It’s too soon to tell if McCaffrey will be one of the better pass blocking backs in the league, but considering where he was last year he has undoubtedly shown positive growth. The enhancements as an every down runner, his continued success as a pass catcher, and now his advancements as a pass blocker are beginning to show why the Panthers invested a top 10 pick in CMC.