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Carolina Panthers head coach Ron Rivera wanted to make some changes to his defensive philosophy following last season.According to Steve Reed of the Michael Palardy Jersey , Rivera realized that his 4-3 base defense needed some additional wrinkles to attempt to counter the types of offensive attacks that are becoming more common across the NFL.“The biggest thing is that we are playing so many multiple style offenses that you just can’t line up and let them attack you,” Rivera said.The addition of Gerald McCoy on Monday, draftees Brian Burns and Christian Miller, and veteran linebacker Bruce Irvin earlier in free agency should help Rivera accomplish his vision. It’s one thing to want to have a scheme geared toward accomplishing a certain task. The Panthers also needed to have the pieces capable of enacting the game plans.However https://www.carolinapanthersfanshop.com/Sam-Mills-Jersey , Rivera did add some adjustments to Carolina’s defense in spots last season after assuming the play-calling duties and was pleased with the limited sample of results.“In the middle of the year I started doing some different things, and I saw that every time we did some of those things positive things happened,” Rivera said.McCoy has the ability to play as a standard defensive tackle in Rivera’s traditional 4-3 sets while being an option as an end in packages that incorporate more 3-4 principles. Aaron Donald successfully adapted from a 4-3 role to 3-4 scheme when the Rams hired Wade Phillips as defensive coordinator and Rivera could look to copy some of Phillips’ ideas to best utilize his new addition.“He’s a guy we would love to have here to be a part of what we’re doing,” Rivera said before McCoy agreed to sign with the team. “He’s going through the process so we are waiting to see what the outcome is going to be.”McCoy should also help make Rivera’s changes on defense that much easier to accomplish. We’re counting down the days until the Panthers kick off their 2019 season https://www.carolinapanthersfanshop.com/Christian-Mccaffrey-Jersey , and there are 39 to go." />Skip to main contentclockmenumore-arrownoyesCat Scratch Reader homepageHorizontal - WhiteCat Scratch Readera Carolina Panthers communityFollow Cat Scratch Reader online:Follow Cat Scratch Reader on TwitterFollow Cat Scratch Reader on FacebookLog in or sign upLog InSign UpSite searchSearchSearchCat Scratch Reader main menuFanpostsFanshotsSectionsAboutPanthersOddsShopStubHubMoreAll 321 blogs on Horizontal - WhiteFanposts Fanshots Sections Keep Sounding PodcastPanthers 2019 Training CampCSR Film RoomPanthers 2019 season opener countdown: 39 days to goNew,5commentsWe’re counting down the days until the Panthers kick off their 2019 season, and there are 39 to go.EDTShare this storyShare this on FacebookShare this on TwitterShareAll sharing optionsShareAll sharing options for:Panthers 2019 season opener countdown: 39 days to goTwitterFacebookRedditPocketFlipboardEmailPhoto by Jay Anderson/Icon Sportswire via Getty ImagesThere are only 39 days left until the Carolina Panthers kick off the 2018 season, so let’s take a closer look at No. 39 on the roster — running back Reggie Bonnafon.Reggie Bonnafon https://www.carolinapanthersfanshop.com/Daryl-Williams-Jersey , Running backBioHeight: 6’0”Weight: 215 lbsAge: 23 yearsCollege: LouisvilleExperience: 1 yearReggie Bonnafon is another young guy hoping to put up enough good tape to land a roster spot or even a practice squad spot just as he did as a rookie.Bonnafon is one of five running backs on the roster. The Panthers typically carry at least three running backs into a season so his odds are better than they were last season. Especially since Christian McCaffrey is only player to have a roster spot locked down. Veteran Cameron Artis-Payne is no sure thing which leaves Bonnafon and rookies Elijah Holyfield and Jordan Scarlett fighting for one or two positions. Those are good odds for a second year player.My advise to Bonnafon is (1) look to fill a niche role on special teams, (2) show you can protect the quarterback in pass protection and (3) run tough between the tackles. Here’s a video of Bonnafon’s two yard touchdown run on last seasons final pre-season game against the Steelers. The Panthers got routed in that game just as they did later in the season. I really think it should be a rule that you never play a team in the preseason that is on your regular season schedule. Damn those stupid traditions! But I digress.Here’s another point of view on Bonnafon’s chances. This view isn’t quite as rosy but at least agrees he has a chance to open some eyes and grab a roster spot:There’s no mention of his ability to catch passes, but I imagine with his wide receiver experience he is at least decent at catching the ball on short passes. Bonnafon had quite the college career playing all three primary skill positions:39 days to go...