Panthers rescind franchise tag for Josh Norman making him a free agent

[Battlelyon]

I never said it was going to happen. Nor do I want him.

 

[Caliskinsfan]

 

[Davis_Mike]

That philosophy makes since when you consider that they play zone coverage. But I seriously question not trading him for something or letting it play out this season & let him go in 2017.

 

[HaroldSeattle]

NFC contenders are saying...."cool" Panthers taking a step back in talent.

 

[chf]

Imagine him as the second corner in Seattle.

Heh, exactly what I was thinking, but can't afford him.

 

[Caliskinsfan]

That philosophy makes since when you consider that they play zone coverage. But I seriously question not trading him for something or letting it play out this season & let him go in 2017.

Maybe a bit of both plus didn't want the distraction.

 

[chf]

Josh Norman is the definition of a mediocre player who only plays well in a contract year. Wouldn't surprise me to see him fall back into the average player he is once he gets his big deal.

He's played really well for two seasons now.

 

[Guywithtoaster]

I bet Miami signs him. They're known for overpaying for FA's

 

[Duffman]

He's played really well for two seasons now.

I would say he just played ok 2 years ago, I wouldn't call 36 tackles and 2 picks playing really well. Those aren't elite numbers. He played great last year but any team who gives him a mega contract based off that is gonna come back and bite them.

 

[Brees#1]

It always works itself out. And that's a FO that just showed they don't know how to deal with being NFC champions.

 

[HaroldSeattle]

I would say he just played ok 2 years ago, I wouldn't call 36 tackles and 2 picks playing really well. Those aren't elite numbers. He played great last year but any team who gives him a mega contract based off that is gonna come back and bite them.

IDK think proving yourself on a new team should be motivating.

 

[HaroldSeattle]

It always works itself out. And that's a FO that just showed they don't know how to deal with being NFC champions.

Not going to help the Saints much though, but I get why you like it.

 

[Arizona_Sting]

Panthers fans four months ago- "He's having the best season since 09 Revis!!!"

Panthers fans now- "He's just a system corner, we'll be fine"

 

[Brees#1]

Not going to help the Saints much though, but I get why you like it.

At least in the head to head games, Cooks has a shot. In that week 3 game had that not picked off saints take that lead and that was Luke McCown throwing the ball. I'm also pointing how that panthers secondary looked before Norman took over in 2014. I mean those last four games, he was the difference maker in the browns and bucs not winning of all teams.

 

[HaroldSeattle]

At least in the head to head games, Cooks has a shot. In that week 3 game had that not picked off saints take that lead and that was Luke McCown throwing the ball. I'm also pointing how that panthers secondary looked before Norman took over in 2014. I mean those last four games, he was the difference maker in the browns and bucs not winning of all teams.

Trust me it's not going to matter. Panthers> Saints even without Norman.

 

[chf]

I would say he just played ok 2 years ago, I wouldn't call 36 tackles and 2 picks playing really well. Those aren't elite numbers. He played great last year but any team who gives him a mega contract based off that is gonna come back and bite them.

He was on people's radar two seasons ago. He certainly played well against Seattle. At any rate, I don't think he's quite the 'flash in the pan' some are making him out to be, although I do agree his age raises some red flags about extending him to a max type Sherman contract.

 

[Caliskinsfan]

Context

 

[Nasty_Magician]

Jacksonville needs to give this guy a blank check and go D at 5. That defense will be gross.

 

[HaroldSeattle]

Jacksonville needs to give this guy a blank check and go D at 5. That defense will be gross.

I think this could happen. Prove it year for Bradley,tons of cap space, sounds good.

 

[Hornsstampede2.0]

Free agent cornerbacks tend to flop more often than any other position

And those approaching 30 flop big time

Norman is a lot older than I thought.

I don't think the market is nearly as robust as people might think.

It is probably a smart move long term for Carolina.