Bigblue25 Posted March 4, 2011 Share Posted March 4, 2011 Jeremy Shockey signs with Panthers Email Print Comments130 Associated Press CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- The Carolina Panthers found a potential boost for the NFL's worst offense on Thursday by signing four-time Pro Bowl tight end Jeremy Shockey to a one-year deal. The 30-year-old Shockey, who was released by New Orleans last week, had also received interest from the Miami Dolphins. He signed the contract -- terms weren't immediately available -- just before the collective bargaining agreement was to expire. Shockey will be reunited in Carolina with offensive coordinator Rob Chudzinski, who was his position coach at the University of Miami. "Time for the Next chapter," Shockey wrote on his Facebook page. "This is a great opportunity for me, and I am excited to play football. Lets hope we all have the chance to play this season." Panthers coach Ron Rivera put an emphasis on acquiring a pass-catching tight end immediately after he was hired in January to replace John Fox following Carolina's 2-14 season. The flamboyant Shockey could be that guy, although the nine-year veteran has been slowed by injuries the past few seasons. "We are very pleased to add Jeremy to our football team," Rivera said in a statement. "He is a highly competitive player with a good skill set and a wealth of experience. He should make a solid contribution to our offense." The 6-foot-5, 251-pound Shockey made the Pro Bowl in four of his first five seasons in the NFL with the New York Giants, but also was known for brash comments and feuds with coach Tom Coughlin. He was traded to New Orleans before the 2008 season and caught a key touchdown pass in Saints' Super Bowl victory a year later. But Shockey labored through injuries in all three seasons in New Orleans and the Saints cut him loose with $4.2 million due to him in 2011 in the final year of his deal. If he can stay healthy, Shockey, who had 41 catches for 408 yards and three touchdowns in 13 games last season, will provide a target at tight end not seen in years in Carolina. Fox used the tight end mostly as a blocker and the Panthers had Jeff King, Dante Rosario and Gary Barnidge play there last season in a platoon. King and Rosario are potential free agents, although the Panthers placed restricted free-agent tenders on both players Wednesday. What remains uncertain is who will be throwing Shockey the ball this season. Rookie Jimmy Clausen was 1-9 as a starter in 2010 and the Panthers are considering signing a veteran or perhaps even selecting a quarterback with the No. 1 overall pick in next month's draft. Copyright 2011 by The Associated Press Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boohyah Posted March 4, 2011 Share Posted March 4, 2011 It's a good move for him, surprised he wouldnt'sign with the fins. Hugh must be upset. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. P Posted March 4, 2011 Share Posted March 4, 2011 It's a good move for him, surprised he wouldnt'sign with the fins. Hugh must be upset. probably because he'd be the 2nd best tight end on the dolphins. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMFP Posted March 4, 2011 Share Posted March 4, 2011 Yes, this was good for Shockey and the Panthers....I'm sure he wasn't that expensive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boohyah Posted March 5, 2011 Share Posted March 5, 2011 probably because he'd be the 2nd best tight end on the dolphins. True, but he does love Miami, that might have been enough. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nas Posted March 5, 2011 Share Posted March 5, 2011 True, but he does love Miami, that might have been enough. Loving Miami when you're wearing a t shirt is probably different than sucking wind playing in pads. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Treehugger Posted March 5, 2011 Share Posted March 5, 2011 Shockey could easy lead the Panthers in receptions next year. A young QB needs quick outs and Steve Smith the First is aging rapidly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boohyah Posted March 6, 2011 Share Posted March 6, 2011 Shockey could easy lead the Panthers in receptions next year. A young QB needs quick outs and Steve Smith the First is aging rapidly. Steve Smith might be moved yet, that's a rumor going round. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boohyah Posted March 6, 2011 Share Posted March 6, 2011 Loving Miami when you're wearing a t shirt is probably different than sucking wind playing in pads. well, he played 4 years down there with Miami U, so I figure he might like to go back to the place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandolphScott Posted March 6, 2011 Share Posted March 6, 2011 well, he played 4 years down there with Miami U, so I figure he might like to go back to the place. He played one or two. He went to a junior college before hand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigblue25 Posted March 6, 2011 Author Share Posted March 6, 2011 Steve Smith might be moved yet, that's a rumor going round. or just flat our released, they have younger WR's they drafted last year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JackStroud Posted March 6, 2011 Share Posted March 6, 2011 he should lead the league in Ice tossing and lack of off season training good pick up by the Carolina Lost in space franchise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NightFire Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 They overpaid for Shockey. $3 million plus $1 million guaranteed for a guy who will probably play 10 games at most. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now