Jimmy Clausen to the Panthers
Posted on 23. Apr, 2010 by Bryan Fontaine in Columns, NFL Draft, News
One of the most talked about stories of the 2010 NFL Draft finally has a conclusion.
Jimmy Clausen was taken 48th overall by the Carolina Panthers after he was widely considered a first round lock. There were many concerns for Clausen: Toe Injury, leadership abilities, maturity and measurables.
It is hard to argue against Clausen’s college production at Notre Dame that included a junior campaign with 3,722 passing yards, 68% completion percentage, 28 touchdown passes and only 4 interceptions.
Clausen still has the ability to become a solid starting quarterback in the NFL. He could start in 2010 because of his extensive experience in Notre Dame’s pro-style offensive scheme. Matt Moore is currently at the top of the depth chart for the Panthers and a training camp battle between Moore and Clausen is likely.
Clausen could not have landed in a better situation. Carolina is a veteran team with a run-first philosophy and a steady defense that can compete for the NFC South title in 2010.
Watch the training camp battle between Clausen and Moore very closely. The winner of that battle can be a viable fantasy backup quarterback in larger redraft leagues. Clausen is a solid stash in dynasty leagues and can still be drafted in the second round of your rookie drafts.
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