'"Marcell, he's a good football player," McDermott said, "and I had the chance to evaluate Marcell when I was in Carolina. Marcell and (Carolina quarterback) Cam Newton came out, I believe, the same year, and so I've been through that process with Marcell. I've known his background. I know his game on the field. I know what he's capable of, and he's a very good football player. We need him to play at a high level for us, and this time of year is important for us."'