A look at Carolina Panthers-related news and nuggets from around the web.
Sam Monson of Pro Football Focus analyzes Josh Norman’s continued rise:
The league has yet to catch up to the idea that Norman is a really good corner, so he continues to be targeted, though that rate is slowing down. Only 14 cornerbacks have seen the ball come their way more than the 37 times Norman has this year, and none of them has performed to his level.
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Paul Domowitch of Philly.com looks at how the Eagles are preparing for Cam Newton:
Asked if it’s going to be mandatory that he assign a “spy’’ to Newton on Sunday night, Eagles defensive coordinator Bill Davis said, “I think no matter what percentage (of plays) you spy him, you (have to) move in and out of it. You can’t just sit in a three-man rush all game and spy him. You want to go four and fives (rushers).
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Two-time MVP Kurt Warner of NFL.com says Cam is in the this year’s MVP conversation:
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Erik Galko of Sporting News also talks Cam for MVP:
While “quarterback wins” aren’t a worthwhile stat in measuring quarterback performances, late-game clutch play certainly is. Newton’s finish against a loaded Seattle defense to keep this team undefeated is something that should go a long way in keeping the Panthers relevant and motivated as the season continues.
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Jonathan Jones of the Charlotte Observer catches up with struggling rookie Devin Funchess:
Though the rookie had the drops, Panthers coach Ron Rivera was encouraged by how Funchess had taken the next step by getting more separation from defensive backs on his routes.