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"First and foremost, CONGRATS TO THE USMNT FOR ADVANCING!!"

It might not have been pretty against Germany, but they played well enough against Ghana and for 94 minutes against Portugal to move on to play Belgium in the Round of 16.  Red, White, and Blue!!

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"Jonathan Jones – The Charlotte Observer :"

Cam Newton is the mold for the new generation of NFL quarterbacks in the league.  Newton used to model his game after Michael Vick when he was younger, and it is translating well as a pro.

"Thomas Davis is relentless in his pursuit to succeed and desire to get stronger and faster :"

"Tyler Gaffney – SportsBlog.com :"

The rookie running back out of Stanford has a blog that he posts to highlighting his observations and musings.  I really believe this kid will be one of our feature backs by 2016.

"Garth Shanklin – SportsInjuryAlert.com :"

Amini Silatolu says he feels like he’s back to about 98% healthy from last year’s injury.  If healthy, Silatolu and Turner will team up with Ryan Kalil to produce and impressive interior force on our offensive line.

"David Newton – ESPN.com :"

Cam Newton’s perception from around the league has been rising all year and a level of respect is evident from his peers.  His participation and attendance at OTAs and mini-camp definitely sat well with the Panthers’ veterans and coaches.

"Panthers.com :"

Carolina Panthers Roadshow hits Columbia, SC today.  Finlay Park will host players like Thomas Davis, Josh Thomas and Colin Cole as they spread the black and blue love across the Carolinas.

Tre Boston rolling out the red carpet for his Chapel Hill brethren :

73 Days left in the hot, humid, dog-days of the summer.  Cat Crave Nation…. stay cool this weekend and know that before you know it, we will be in Tampa battling the Bucs, along with the heat of September.

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