
Rick Bates
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Commented Make no mistake... Twas J.R. that ordered the purge (IMO) on A Marty Hurney Draft Day Retrospective on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/13/12 8:56 PM EST
Voted for He's better than Polian. on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/13/12 8:55 PM EST
Commented Gamble is among the best at QB rating against, which equates to "elite." on CB Tackle Ratings, Can't Any Panthers DB's Tackle? on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/13/12 8:43 PM EST
Commented This is apparently a false rumor. Let's wait and see. on Alshon Jeffery Now 249 Pounds & Runs In The High 4.8's on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/13/12 8:20 PM EST
Commented Jimmy, you need a new home... hope it works out for you. Seriously! on Is QB Jimmy Clausen's Panthers Career Almost Over? on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/13/12 8:16 PM EST
Voted for Maybe, but let's see what happens at the Combine on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/13/12 7:40 PM EST
Commented He heard it from a friend whooo heard it from a friend whooo, heard it from another on Panther Paw Prints: Thursday Edition on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/12/12 6:54 PM EST
Commented No, I already included an estimated $10mil to sign draft picks and fill out the roster as needed. on Decisions Galore for Panthers Front Office on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/12/12 5:55 PM EST
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Commented Please consider that the return of the Beast in the middle, along with better Safety play, will significantly help the run D. on Updated Draft Board with Interesting Article on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/12/12 5:52 PM EST
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Recommended NFL Draft: Alshon Jeffery's Combine Training on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/12/12 3:26 PM EST
Commented Another Update: Just found out that we have some unused 2011 cap space we can carry over... on Decisions Galore for Panthers Front Office on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/12/12 3:23 PM EST
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Recommended Understanding Charles Godfrey's Extension on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/12/12 2:06 PM EST
Commented Great stuff, MT. That was my first look at Alshon, and I came away impressed. on NFL Draft: Alshon Jeffery's Combine Training on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/12/12 2:05 PM EST
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Commented Great info, James. Media jerks don't understand how NFL salaries work, nor do they want to. They'd rather create a controversy. on Understanding Charles Godfrey's Extension on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/12/12 1:39 PM EST
Commented As a WFU alum, I really wanted Abbate to make it. He was the heart and soul of the team that beat Ga. Tech for the ACC Championship. on Hips Don't Lie: A Complicated Tale Of Verticals, Forties, And Other Fascinating Numbers on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/12/12 1:31 PM EST
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Commented Offer him 3 years/$5million, with $2million signing bonus, plus some incentives. on Giant Fans Want Shockey Back on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/12/12 12:54 PM EST
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Commented Team interviews will be critical for Coples. on Updated Draft Board with Interesting Article on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/12/12 12:18 PM EST
Commented At 6'4 (6'10 in heels), RuPaul projects as a great hot read and deep threat... on What a Difference A Year Makes... on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/12/12 12:00 PM EST
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Recommended Drag pick? on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/12/12 11:53 AM EST
Voted for No on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/12/12 10:58 AM EST
Commented Shockey isn't one to forget past slights... I think he'd rather go to hell than back to the Giants or Saints. on Could Jeremy Shockey Be Lured Back to New York? on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/11/12 6:40 PM EST
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Commented Math Error Alert.... Paragraph 2 ... "we have to trim $13.5m or so just to make the cap number. on Decisions Galore for Panthers Front Office on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/11/12 6:31 PM EST
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Commented It's really not that complicated... if the cap is a little over $120m, then we've got to get there. on Decisions Galore for Panthers Front Office on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/11/12 6:24 PM EST
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Commented Loved it. Keep bringing it...and.....rec'd. on Inside the Play: Newton's First NFL TD on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/11/12 5:55 PM EST
Recommended Inside the Play: Newton's First NFL TD on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/11/12 5:53 PM EST
Voted for Yes, please continue to do them on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/11/12 5:53 PM EST
Commented I fully expect Otah to be healthy and have a great year in 2012. It is his contract year, after all. /jk on Second Attempt at the 2012 Offseason and Draft on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/11/12 4:40 PM EST
Commented As sub-text to the main title, think about What a Difference a Day Made for... on What a Difference A Year Makes... on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/11/12 1:58 PM EST
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Commented Assuming he's drafted by the Colts, the best thing Luck has going for him is new OC Bruce Ariens, on What a Difference A Year Makes... on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/11/12 1:44 PM EST
Commented That's three awesome OTs and a mega-awesome OG... on Mocking in the Free World: All Sorts of Info From McShay and Kiper on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/11/12 1:02 PM EST
Commented I enjoyed the post for the nostalgia it inspired... on The Carolina Panthers: One Fan's Journey on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/11/12 12:45 PM EST
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Commented TWSS?? on Newton change to #2? on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/10/12 7:08 PM EST
Commented The dog bribe was my favorite... of a generally piss poor selection. on CSR Super Bowl Commercial Fan Poll on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/10/12 7:00 PM EST
Commented I'd call that a fair contract for a very reliable LS. on Panthers Lock Up Two FAs. Does It Mean Anything? on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/10/12 6:53 PM EST
Recommended I'll express interest. on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/10/12 6:39 PM EST
Recommended Hi, my names Jason on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/10/12 6:37 PM EST
Recommended Ready, Willing and Able on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/10/12 6:35 PM EST
Commented I just think he can be as good as any CB in this year's draft, other than Claiborne. Does that mean I'm over-excited? on Mocking in the Free World: All Sorts of Info From McShay and Kiper on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/10/12 6:28 PM EST
Commented Sorry, forgot you were talking 2nd WRs. :-) on When is the Time to Make A Determination on a Prospect? on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/10/12 1:48 PM EST
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Commented You forgot Jennings... make it 5. on When is the Time to Make A Determination on a Prospect? on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/10/12 1:40 PM EST
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Recommended The Carolina Panthers: One Fan's Journey on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/09/12 6:16 PM EST
Recommended a comment on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/09/12 5:52 PM EST
Recommended pick me, pick me! on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/09/12 5:51 PM EST
Recommended Hello, everyone! on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/09/12 5:51 PM EST
Recommended I'd like to throw my name in the hat. on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/09/12 5:49 PM EST
Recommended I would love to write about the Panthers! on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/09/12 5:48 PM EST
Commented yes on Another Possibility for Cam’s Backup on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/09/12 5:42 PM EST
Recommended Amazing Cam Newton Highlight video on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/09/12 5:30 PM EST
Commented I'm kinda curious about that as well, James. I watched Reiff a couple of times, and he looked great... never saw him get beat. on Mocking in the Free World: All Sorts of Info From McShay and Kiper on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/09/12 5:21 PM EST
Commented I look at Hogan as I would any draft pick... only he's now healthy and has already acclimated to the NFL. on Mocking in the Free World: All Sorts of Info From McShay and Kiper on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/09/12 5:17 PM EST
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Commented I don't know what he might bring, but a 7th is better than nothing. I don't think Rivera wants him around anymore. on Decisions Galore for Panthers Front Office on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/09/12 4:55 PM EST
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Commented No, trade Goodson and pick up Slaton is what I meant... on Decisions Galore for Panthers Front Office on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/09/12 3:09 PM EST
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Commented Lawson would be a good pickup. He's got the size and speed to play any LB slot. on Decisions Galore for Panthers Front Office on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/09/12 1:57 PM EST
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Voted for Thomas Davis on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/09/12 12:56 PM EST
Voted for C on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/09/12 12:48 PM EST
Voted for No 'cause I can't git off my couch on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/08/12 8:07 PM EST
Commented You hear them, too. Cool, that means they're real.........right? on A Call For Writers: We Need You!!! on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/08/12 7:59 PM EST
Commented We DO need a resident psychologist... on A Call For Writers: We Need You!!! on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/08/12 7:13 PM EST
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Recommended Decisions Galore for Panthers Front Office on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/07/12 9:15 PM EST
Recommended Improvements in secondary and DL inevitable on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/07/12 8:26 PM EST
Commented Enjoyed the post -- rec'd. I also voted that we'd make the NFC Championship, because we CAN. on Why Not The Panthers? on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/06/12 9:06 PM EST
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Recommended Why Not The Panthers? on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/06/12 8:48 PM EST
Voted for The Panthers will make the Playoffs and make a serious run to the Super Bowl by at least making it to the NFC Championship game. on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/06/12 8:48 PM EST
Commented Tater Salad FTW on Which QB would you want on your team today? Peyton Manning or Eli Manning? on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/06/12 8:21 PM EST
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Commented Mario W. is also a free agent, as is Cliff Avril. If we don't address the pass rush in the draft, there are other options... on Lessons to be learnt from the Giants' Superbowl Victory on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/06/12 8:14 PM EST
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Posted Wes Bunting's Senior Bowl Risers on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/06/12 7:26 PM EST
Recommended Listen. It's the beginning of the off-season. We're entering the depressing time of year where we aren't going to have crap to write about or talk about for months. on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/06/12 5:05 PM EST
Voted for Screw both of them. We have Cam Newton. on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/06/12 4:56 PM EST
Voted for I want Brockers, but his draft needs major tweaking (explain below) on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/05/12 1:07 PM EST
Commented Yes, ideally we trade back, and Barron could make a great impact. But, it is an interesting aspect of the draft... on Nation Wide Mock Draft on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/05/12 12:30 PM EST
Voted for Yes on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/04/12 8:17 PM EST
Voted for No on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/04/12 10:52 AM EST
Commented Unless they can pick up an OT in free agency, then yes, it's stupid for them to pass on Kalil. on Nation Wide Mock Draft on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/03/12 7:41 PM EST
Voted for Michael Brockers on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/03/12 6:48 PM EST
Commented I've read that Arizona is interested, Fitzgerald is lobbying hard for Manning. on The Peyton Manning - Jim Irsay Drama Continues on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/03/12 6:47 PM EST
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Voted for A B C on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/03/12 4:12 PM EST
Commented I must agree that if Reiff is available, he's the more versatile and could be the longer-term replacement for Gross. on The logic of drafting David DeCastro on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/03/12 4:05 PM EST
Voted for I couldn't agree more! on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/03/12 4:00 PM EST
Voted for Patriots on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/02/12 6:45 PM EST
Voted for C B A on Cat Scratch Reader - 02/02/12 6:03 PM EST




