The Good

 

OT Donald Hawkins

 

Concerns about Carolina’s offensive line depth grew after the preseason opener in Baltimore, so it was encouraging to see the backups play better against the Titans.

Let’s highlight the play of LT Donald Hawkins, who’s taken over second-team duties from David Foucault.

On this first play, the edge rusher tried to bull rush Hawkins, but he gets good hand placement and then anchors to prevent any disruption:

Next, the Titans execute a stunt between the DT and DE. Hawkins passes off the DE to G David Yankey. Hawkins then transitions to land a punch to the DT, giving QB Derek Anderson a clean pocket:

Here, Anderson completes a bubble screen to WR Kevin Norwood. Watch Hawkins display his athleticism by sprinting in front of Norwood to block the LB, allowing Norwood enough room to pick up a first down:

Finally, here’s a look at Hawkins as a run blocker, creating a for RB Cameron Artis-Payne on the left side: