The veteran outside linebacker became close with Scourton quickly. And after Scourton tore his ACL, Phillips promised to be there alongside him in the rehab process.
The running back experienced his first padded training camp practice, and turned in the play of the day to remind everyone, including himself, what he can add to an offense.
Dave Canales wanted to see more from his defense as the day went on, and he did. Plus the first camp scuffle, injury updates, and more on the offensive line depth.
To understand the Panthers legend and soon-to-be Hall of Famer, it takes understanding his hometown of Cincinnati and the values his family instilled in him.
The Panthers legend bounced between several positions as a high school standout, and won a state title in the same stadium he'll be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
The middle linebacker spent four years perfecting his approach in preparation of and during the game. Now, while he continues to learn, he's able to share valuable wisdom with the rest of the Panthers' linebacker corps ...
There were deep balls flying, and plays being made in the run game despite the conditions. Plus more from Sunday's practice, including a new addition to the injury report.