Panthers Tracks: Sam Darnold looks sharp. Here’s what happened in first 2 days of camp

Alaina Getzenberg
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After weeks of waiting, Carolina Panthers training camp is officially underway.

The players are in the dorms and the Panthers are all over Wofford College.

The team has taken the field for the last two days, beginning an “acclimation period” that does not yet include pads, but has featured plenty of instruction. While players are starting to stand out, the real test will come once the pads come on and the practices really get rolling in the coming weeks.

That doesn’t mean there is already plenty going on in Spartanburg, S.C.

Here’s what you need to know from the week.

But first ...

TRIVIA!!

1. What is Christian McCaffrey’s overall Madden rating that was announced this week?

2. How many NFL teams, including the Panthers, are holding their entire training camp away from their home facilities?

From story lines to schedules, a guide for fans attending Carolina Panthers training camp

Carolina Panthers cornerbacks A.J. Bouve, left and Donte Jackson, right, rush across the field during a drill on Thursday, July 29, 2021 at Wofford College in Spartanburg, SC.
Carolina Panthers cornerbacks A.J. Bouve, left and Donte Jackson, right, rush across the field during a drill on Thursday, July 29, 2021 at Wofford College in Spartanburg, SC.

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Carolina Panthers tackle Taylor Moton, left and linebacker Denzel Perryman, right, greet one another after arriving at their dormitory on the campus of Wofford College in Spartanburg, SC on Tuesday, July 27, 2021. The Panthers will hold their first training camp practice on Wednesday, July 28, 2021.
Carolina Panthers tackle Taylor Moton, left and linebacker Denzel Perryman, right, greet one another after arriving at their dormitory on the campus of Wofford College in Spartanburg, SC on Tuesday, July 27, 2021. The Panthers will hold their first training camp practice on Wednesday, July 28, 2021.

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Carolina Panthers quarterback Sam Darnold catches a snap prior to passing during a drill on Wednesday, July 28, 2021. The Panthers are holding training camp at Wofford College in Spartanburg, SC.
Carolina Panthers quarterback Sam Darnold catches a snap prior to passing during a drill on Wednesday, July 28, 2021. The Panthers are holding training camp at Wofford College in Spartanburg, SC.

Notes from the first two days of practice:

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Carolina Panthers defensive end Brian Burns, left and head coach Matt Rhule, right, talk prior to practice at Wofford College in Spartanburg, SC on Wednesday, July 28, 2021.
Carolina Panthers defensive end Brian Burns, left and head coach Matt Rhule, right, talk prior to practice at Wofford College in Spartanburg, SC on Wednesday, July 28, 2021.

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Sam Darnold overall has looked good in practice. There have been a couple of miscues, including an interception Thursday, but nothing to be overly concerned about. He’s still learning the offense and getting comfortable.

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Carolina Panthers quarterback Sam Darnold passes to a receiver during a drills on Wednesday, July 28, 2021. The Panthers are holding training camp at Wofford College in Spartanburg, SC.
Carolina Panthers quarterback Sam Darnold passes to a receiver during a drills on Wednesday, July 28, 2021. The Panthers are holding training camp at Wofford College in Spartanburg, SC.

Offensive lineman Taylor Moton has primarily remained at right tackle but is taking some snaps on the left side.

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Carolina Panthers right tackle Taylor Moton adjusts his helmet during practice in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, June 16, 2021.
Carolina Panthers right tackle Taylor Moton adjusts his helmet during practice in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, June 16, 2021.

What do you need to know about this current roster? Some helpful guides:

▪ Five reasons to be optimistic about the Carolina Panthers. And five reasons to worry

▪ Five position battles to watch as the Carolina Panthers head into 2021 training camp

▪ Notable Panthers whose roster spots are in jeopardy at training camp

▪ Overlooked Panthers players who can break out at training camp and help this season

▪ The 6 weirdest things I saw on reporting day at Carolina Panthers’ training camp

TRIVIA ANSWERS

1. McCaffrey has been a grade of 97, highest among all running backs.

2. Four — Indianapolis Colts, Kansas City Chiefs and Dallas Cowboys are the other three.

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