The momentary lapse of “dumb football” didn’t overshadow what’s been a fantastic summer for Carolina Panthers receiver Terrace Marshall Jr.
During last week’s joint practice with the New York Jets, the fourth-year wideout celebrated a bit too personally after making a spectacular catch over cornerback D.J. Reed—tossing the ball towards his victim and sparking one of three scuffles during the heated morning session. Following the outing, head coach Dave Canales would describe Marshall Jr.’s decision as “dumb football,” something the two promptly talked over that Thursday.
On Wednesday, Canales was asked about how Marshall Jr. reacted to the conversation.
“Oh, he was great,” Canales replied. “I told him I love seeing the edge. You can still have an edge without the disrespect. And that’s really just talking about, like, take your attention to our guys. Celebrate with our teammates, with us.”
Marshall Jr., who isn’t assured one of the team’s 53 spots on their initial regular-season roster, has had reason to celebrate during a standout training camp. Canales later added that the 24-year-old is continuing to make his mark in practices.
“Fantastic. Consistent,” Canales said of Marshall Jr.’s performance over the past few days. “Every day there’s a big play Terrace Marshall is a part of. Screaming across the field, a vertical outside—just different ways that he’s really shown us the ability, and really the growth that he’s had over the last couple of years.”
