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I am a die-hard Carolina Panthers fan... I trust in Coach Ron Rivera's judgement, and he said he was/is really high on Terrell McClain.  However, I only caught a couple USF games this season (hard to see Skip on the sidelines and not wearing purple!  :'( ) ...

For those of you who have seen him every game... do you see his skills translating to the NFL?  What does he bring to the table?  The Panthers D was ok last season...but we seriously need help along the DL.  Thanks for the info!

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The quick answer to your question is yes.  I believe after one year of learning the Panthers' system he will make a reasonably quick transition.  The following is a scouting report (from Sideline Scouting) that I believe to be very accurate:

Good athlete... Reasonably good quickness... Can be explosive... Very solid strength... Can get off blocks reasonably well... Can get some penetration... Holds the point reasonably well... Reasonably good balance... Does a solid job versus the run... Very solid anchor... Can be difficult to move... Solid lateral mobility... Pursues the ball... Will chase the action... Good motor... Student of the game, spends a lot of time in the film room... Nicknamed "The Dancing Bear" by coach Skip Holtz for his physical demeanor and explosiveness... Selected All-Big East first team for the 2010 season... Good fit in one gap system... Best fits at three-technique.

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He's quick, doesn't give up on plays. Seemed to always be in the vicinity of the ball.  Not big sack or TFL numbers, but generally disruptive.  I got the impression he's a bright guy who was well thought of by his coaches and teammates.  Getting a guy with his head screwed on straight is half the battle.  Think you'll be pleased with the pick.

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He's quick, doesn't give up on plays. Seemed to always be in the vicinity of the ball.  Not big sack or TFL numbers, but generally disruptive.  I got the impression he's a bright guy who was well thought of by his coaches and teammates.  Getting a guy with his head screwed on straight is half the battle.  Think you'll be pleased with the pick.

Do you think he could play Nose in a 3-4?

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He's quick, doesn't give up on plays. Seemed to always be in the vicinity of the ball.  Not big sack or TFL numbers, but generally disruptive.  I got the impression he's a bright guy who was well thought of by his coaches and teammates.  Getting a guy with his head screwed on straight is half the battle.  Think you'll be pleased with the pick.

Do you think he could play Nose in a 3-4?

He was drafted to play 3 technique according to your coach.  If he was told to go out and return kicks he'd do it no questions asked though.

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He's quick, doesn't give up on plays. Seemed to always be in the vicinity of the ball.  Not big sack or TFL numbers, but generally disruptive.  I got the impression he's a bright guy who was well thought of by his coaches and teammates.  Getting a guy with his head screwed on straight is half the battle.  Think you'll be pleased with the pick.

Do you think he could play Nose in a 3-4?

He was drafted to play 3 technique according to your coach.  If he was told to go out and return kicks he'd do it no questions asked though.

The insight is appreciated!  Sounds like we got a hard worker...which is invaluable!  Hopefully we'll put a good D around him and he'll shine for the Panthers!  We also drafted Sione Fua, the DT from Stanford... McClain and Fua should be a good duo...and no doubt they'll be asked to play right away.

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What I loved about him is his motor. The man would get after it. Also he plays very smart football, won't have to worry about many stupid mistakes from him

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Underrated Strength. Just look at Louisville game this past year in OT on 4th down and inches. He personally stopped the RB and the Line from gaining a inch!

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He's quick, doesn't give up on plays. Seemed to always be in the vicinity of the ball.  Not big sack or TFL numbers, but generally disruptive.  I got the impression he's a bright guy who was well thought of by his coaches and teammates.  Getting a guy with his head screwed on straight is half the battle.  Think you'll be pleased with the pick.

Do you think he could play Nose in a 3-4?

i do not think hes big enough for 3-4 nose

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Do you think he could play Nose in a 3-4?

Not effectively. He's more of an athletic tackle as opposed to a space eater.

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