Quinton Teal News

Jonathan Stewart is adjusting to his new life in the NFL as he recovers from toe surgery and prepares to buy a house in Charlotte, N.C. But the South Sound native kept a special connection with his past when he ...

When Charles Chandler blogged that new Panthers running back Jonathan Stewart, who was wearing No.29 in minicamp, was given the No.28 he favored by backup safety Quinton Teal, it got me to thinking. via Inside the Panthers

After spending last weekend's minicamp in jersey No. 29, Panthers first-round pick Jonathan Stewart is getting the No. via Charlotte Observer

“I don't know much, but I am going to do some research. I'd like to know the history.”

As Carolina Panthers rookie free safety Charles Godfrey walked off the practice field this weekend, an autograph-seeking fan shouted to him, "Son, you have some big shoes to fill if you're going to wear that ... via The Gaston Gazette

“At the moment we are waiting to hear”

By Travis Sawchik - tsawchik@thesunnews.com Tolbert said he agreed to a free agent deal with the San Diego Chargers on Sunday night, joining Coastal Carolina teammate Jerome Simpson in NFL's 2008 rookie class. via Myrtle Beach Online

Coastal Carolina fullback Mike Tolbert said he was realistic when it came to the 2008 NFL Draft. via WPDE

Coastal Carolina wide receiver Jerome Simpson was taken by the Cincinnati Bengals in the second round of the NFL draft Saturday. via Morning News

The 2008 NFL Draft is this weekend. Rounds one and two are Saturday with rounds 3-7 taking place on Sunday. via WPDE

The Carolina Panthers signed a pair of contracts Thursday, one significantly bigger and more important than the other. via Rock Hill Herald

By my count, it's safe to assume that more than half the teams in the league are in need of a safety on some level and entered the offseason with plans to address that need. via NFL

“He not only helped us on the field, but also in the locker room where his work ethic was a great example for our players. He is a pro in every sense of the word and will be missed.”

Vinny Testaverde's 21-year NFL career will end where it started.

The 44-year-old quarterback, who joined the desperate Carolina Panthers in October, said Saturday he will retire after today's season finale against Tampa Bay, the team that drafted Testaverde first overall in 1987.

'I feel fortunate to have been able to play for 21 years in the NFL,' Testaverde said in a statement. 'I have lived a dream and have gotten to leave the game on my own terms.'

Testaverde joined the Panthers just in time to start the Oct. 14 game at Arizona. At 43 years and 335 days, he became the oldest quarterback in NFL history to start and win a game. He surpassed that record when he started and won a Dec. 2 game against San Francisco. Read more

“Matt Moore, he's doing an excellent job”

The kids had John Fox in a good mood on Christmas Eve. Yes, it was two days after the Carolina Panthers were eliminated from the playoff race, and yes, owner Jerry Richardson still hasn't officially cleared up ... via WSOCTV

“Today we saw the most of this '07 class and a lot of guys stepped up and made plays.”

Carolina Panthers fans got a glimpse of the future on Sunday. Several members of the Class of '07 starred in Carolina's unexpected 13-10 win over the Seattle Seahawks, while other rookies came through in ... via The Gaston Gazette

“He's the kind of guy you'd want your daughter to be with.”

To some like Jeb Bennett, the sixth-grade son of Coastal Carolina coach David Bennett, Quinton Teal has made it.

In the depths of Bank of America Stadium Dec. 2, Jeb Bennett excitedly jumped on Teal's back when the former Chanticleer emerged wearing a wide smile from the Panthers' locker room.

Teal had just enjoyed his best day as a pro. Roughly 70,000 pairs of eyes, including Jeb's, had witnessed No. 28 register several special teams tackles, including a touchdown-saving effort in a 31-14 win over San Francisco. Read more

Comments from Carolina Panthers head coach John Fox following the team's practice. via Carolina Panthers

“He just had surgery; he's feeling better each day”

Foot problem lands linebacker on injury list STAN OLSON solson@charlotteobserver.com Carolina Panthers linebacker Thomas Davis was added to the team's injury report Friday with an undisclosed foot problem. via Charlotte Observer

“Richard Marshall and some young guys inside, Quinton Teal and Pat Dendy, who has been with us now for a couple of weeks, so we feel he's a little bit more comfortable with what we're doing.”

The Carolina Panthers could be without two of their top defensive players on Sunday against New Orleans. via The Gaston Gazette

Comments from Carolina Panthers head coach John Fox following the team's practice. via Carolina Panthers

“He has become the leader of the offensive line [where] everyone is coming back. It is neat to watch him grow.

'[With Wolfe], the more reps the better he is doing.”

CONWAYCall him 'Shut Down.'

That is the nickname Coastal Carolina receiver turned two-way player Santini Washington has earned from teammates.

Washington picked up the moniker after picking off a pass in his first collegiate start at cornerback during Coastal's 17-14 win over Gardner-Webb last week.

Washington was filling in for injured starter Marrio Norman, and CCU coach David Bennett said Washington might be forced to do so again at noon Saturday at Charleston Southern, where the Chants will play their season finale. Read more

Observations from the Panthers' loss to the Falcons on Sunday: -- That hot seat we've all talked about that John Fox and Marty Hurney are on? It jumped up about 20 degrees Sunday. via Charlotte Observer