Can Keyshawn Johnson put the Carolina Panthers over the top?
No doubt, Johnson is a perfect possession type of receiver to complement Steve Smith. While Johnson had the lowest yards-per-catch average of his career last season (11.8), he also notched 46 first downs – the exact same number that Keary Colbert, Ricky Proehl, Rod Gardner and Drew Carter combined for last season. And Johnson’s presence in that role with the Cowboys was a big reason for the career resurgence of Terry Glenn. In truth, Johnson may not be the offseason’s biggest signing. Maake Kemoeatu could end up being a Pro Bowl rock for the defense, while a healthy Na’il Diggs and motivated Damione Lewis could be underrated additions. But considering the offense’s playoff struggles against Seattle – and the fact that Carolina will likely have to solve that defense again in the playoffs – Johnson could end up being the ingredient that makes it all come together for the Panthers. One issue, though, is that – like Terrell Owens in Dallas – there is always a chance Johnson could corrupt t
