Black and Blue Review
Panthers kicker Graham Gano, punter Brad Nortman and long snapper J.J. Jansen are in their third season together, but their three-way bond makes it seem like they’ve been around each other a lot longer.
It’s common for specialists to form a connection inside NFL locker rooms, yet the Carolina trio isn’t just close within their circle. They appear to have a unique connection with the fan base as well.
Through social media, Gano, Nortman and Jansen have shared fun moments like their weekly ice cream contests from inside the team hotel. And this week, they even had a sandwich named after them.
On Thursday, we asked each member of the #BombSquad 10 questions about themselves and each other.
Graham Gano
Q: Could you be a long snapper or a punter?
A: A punter. I can’t do what J.J. does. That’s pretty impressive what he does, and how consistently he does it.
What annoys you the most about J.J.?
He always takes the last bit of coffee in the coffee pot.
What’s the one thing you want to do on the field that you haven’t done yet?
I’d love to scoop and score on a kickoff for a touchdown. The ball pops out. Then I’d scoop it up and score. I wouldn’t have a touchdown celebration because I can’t dance.