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May 5, 2008
Although he wont say it, its pretty clear that head coach John Fox views the acquisitions of veteran wide receivers Muhsin Muhammad and D.J. Hackett as a dramatic upgrade over last years twosome of Keary Colbert and Drew Carter, according to the Charlotte Observer. Thats what you try to do is regroup in the off-season, Fox said. That was an area where we felt like we needed to add some depth. Not just good players, but good guys, too. I think we hit on both of those guys. Muhammad ran with the starters during minicamp while Hackett was the No. 3 receiver. Dwayne Jarrett and Ryne Robinson continue to battle for the No. 4 spot, but the receiver who really impressed this weekend was Jason Carter. Carter spent most of last year on the teams practice squad before being called up late in the season. He made two nice receptions during Saturdays practice.

April 6, 2008
Coach Fox commented on the return of Muhsin Muhammad, according to the Charlotte Observer. Fox said, "The truth be known, we've not replaced him since he left the first time. If you did the math, the closest was Keyshawn Johnson in 2006 as far as the numbers. We've tried a variety of things, and now we're on the next one." Buccaneers Coach Gruden also commented that the Panthers will receive a jolt of leadership from Muhammad's return.

February 27, 2008
The Carolina Panthers have finalized the contract for WR Muhsin Muhammad, according to the thebuzz. Muhammad will serve as a veteran mentor to second-year WR Dwayne Jarrett, and provide some relief for WR Steve Smith in the passing game. At this stage of his career, Muhammad is a possession receiver, who will move help the offense to move the chains. Terms of the deal were undisclosed.

February 26, 2008
The Panthers are close to signing Muhsin Muhammad to a contract, according to the AP. "Hopefully we can get something done in the next day or so," agent Marty Hurney said. Muhammad spent the first nine seasons of his career with the Panthers and would reunite with Steve Smith, though he may end up the No. 3 option to Dwayne Jarrett in Carolina.

February 25, 2008
Muhsin Muhammad just might end up returning to the Panthers, this according to a report on NFL.com. Contrary to a report in the Herald On Line, Muhammad's agent has been in negotiations with the Panthers, but the report also states that he has been in contact with a couple of other teams as well. Muhammad is nothing more than a possession receiver at this point, but Steve Smith certainly needs some support in the passing game and the team would love to add some depth to support youngster Dwayne Jarrett.

February 25, 2008
Contrary to previous reports, WR Muhsin Muhammad isnt a lock to land in Carolina, according to the Herald. Last week, there was a report on ProFootballTalk.com, that Muhammad was close to signing a deal with the Panthers. However, there seems to be no sense of urgency in Carolina, because Muhammad, 35, isnt expected to have a long list of suitors on the open market. Muhammad had the best season of his career (2004) with Carolina, posting 93 receptions, 1,405 yards and 16 touchdowns. Unfortunately, his reception totals have decreased every year since then, down to 40 last year.

February 24, 2008
Muhsin Muhammad could be returning to his former team, the Carolina Panthers. Profootballtalk.com reports that Moose is close to a deal that would return the 34-year-old to the only National Football League franchise outside of Chicago he has ever played for. The report also notes that the "Moose" is being courted by the San Francisco 49ers. The former All Pro was released by Chicago last Monday.

February 22, 2008
Muhsin Muhammad, who was recently released by the Chicago Bears, is reportedly getting interest from the Washington Redskins, Carolina Panthers and San Francisco 49ers, according to ESPN. Of these teams, Carolina seems to be the best fit, as they could use a chain mover to take some of the pressure off superstar WR Steve Smith.

February 18, 2008
The Chicago Bears released veteran wide receiver Muhsin Muhammad on Monday, reports NFL Network's Adam Schefter. The veteran Muhammed finished the 2007 season with 40 catches for 570 yards and three touchdowns.

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