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Originally Posted by Monkeydad

Serious? Their O-line is one of the better in the league. Top 5 probably.

They have a solid group of linebackers, a good young secondary and two very good DEs. DT is their weak point on D.

They've added some nice complimentary WRs to Smith in LaFell, Gettis, Murphy.

They're becoming one of the best all-around teams ON PAPER in the league.

Ranking the 2011 Offensive Lines - Part 2 | ProFootballFocus.com

Their OL ranked 9th last year, but let's break down a good portion of why they ranked 5th in "Rushing Rank". A good chunk of that rushing yardage came from Newton scrambling.

Carolina Panthers 2011 Statistics - Team and Player Stats - ESPN

Also, Gross hasn't played up to par since his contract signing, and now they've shipped off Otah. This OL has gotten weaker to be honest with you.

Their star MLB is coming off a major injury, and their defensive backs are undesirable to say the least.

I'm going on record now and saying they will NOT make the playoffs, never the less be a contending team. I don't think Newton has the stats he does last year either.