Archives for September 14, 2013

‘”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.’

‘The sheriff’s office uses a mobile computer that helps track whether or not an individual is authorized to use a specific handicapped-parking permit. The program typically deals with newly issued permits that display the last three digits of the driver’s license or non-driver’s ID.’

‘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.’