Archives for September 2013

‘”The great thing about it is it’s very correctable,” Spiller said. “That’s the thing that we’ve been preaching, that I’ve been preached on this week. Just do the little things, take my time, tempo and when I make a decision, just go with it. (Last) Sunday there was just so much going on, I wasn’t playing free.”‘

Carolina Panthers front four making a name for itself (Charlotte Observer)

Carolina Panthers challenge: Add swagger or stagger (Charlotte Observer)

‘The Bills’ new-look hurry-up offence didn’t get very far, very fast in rookie quarterback EJ Manuel’s debut. Though Manuel completed 18 of 27 passes for 150 yards and two TDs, the offence lacked consistency. They managed just 15 first downs – five on a third-quarter touchdown drive – and converted just four of 13 third-down chances.’

‘Don’t be mistaken though, this game will be a very close one. It could even end up going in the Bills’ favor. After watching the Panthers a few separate times though, they just seem to be more talented than Buffalo where it’s conducive to pull out a victory.’

‘”I actually talked to Marshawn (Lynch) and he said they’re a pretty good group of guys, so it will be a good test for us,” said Jackson. “(They are) active. All those guys, their linebackers as far as down-hill, they read, react and they get there fast. It will be a good test for us, we know that.”‘

‘”We’ve always been in the mode against New England that we’re willing to concede a few rushing yards,” Pettine said after Friday’s practice. “We always felt if we presented some lighter looks to Brady, we always felt a lot better about him handing it off versus throwing it. So schematically there were some things where you don’t get too upset about it. There were a couple times where I made a pure pass call and it was a running play.”‘

‘Byrd, who had been limited in practice this week and working some with the scout team, is listed as doubtful, Marrone said. Byrd was doubtful entering last week’s game, as well, and sat out due to the sore foot that has been bothering him.’

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‘One week into the season, there’s not a whole lot to complain about as the Bills held Tom Brady to two touchdowns and nearly pulled off a major upset before falling 23-21 in the final seconds.’

Panthers ready for what Bills’ defense will throw at them (Charlotte Observer)

Carolina Panthers plan: Get Domenik Hixon, Armanti Edwards, Ted Ginn Jr. into the offense (Charlotte Observer)

Panthers coach sticking with cornerback Josh Thomas in Week 2 (Charlotte Observer)

Buffalo Bills at a glance (Charlotte Observer)

Joseph Person’s three points of emphasise (Charlotte Observer)

If you think Panthers have it bad, consider the Bills (Charlotte Observer)

n questions with DT Dwan Edwards (Charlotte Observer)

Panthers defense prepares for Bills’ up-tempo attack (Fox Sports Carolinas)

Rivera has faith in Panthers starting CB Thomas (AP)

What to watch: Panthers at Bills (Panthers.com)

LG Silatolu likley to start against Bills (Panthers.com)

‘Byrd was listed as doubtful ahead of the Week 1 game against New England as well, which indicates at least a 75-percent chance that he will not play in the upcoming game. He’s dealing with plantar fasciitis in both feet which has kept him away from full action in practice.’

‘New England did not blitz EJ Manuel more than a half dozen times in Week 1. That could change Sunday against Carolina, a team that finished in the top 10 in sacks last season. Knowing Buffalo would like to stretch the field more than they did last week, Manuel will need time so plays can unfold and develop.’

‘”It’s going to be nice for me to get back to Buffalo,” Thomas said via phone after the Panthers finished practice Thursday. “For me, it’s always been a great atmosphere. It’s a great football town.”‘

‘This season’s schedule is more favorable for ticket sales, with three home games in September before the weather takes a turn for the worse. The Bills play only one time in Ralph Wilson Stadium in the final six weeks of the season, on Dec. 22 against Miami (one of their “home” games takes place Dec. 1 in Toronto).’