[Bette]

LT Butler was a solid player when drafted in the third round of the 2006 draft. He was a bit on the smaller side, but the scouting staff felt they could bulk him up and he would be the eventual starter. However, he actually lost weight and while he stayed extremely athletic and physically gifted, he did not have the size to fend off NFL caliber defensive ends.
The Panthers then cut him after the 2007 training camp.
The Houston Texans picked Butler up. Soon after the signing, Butler was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis. Soon after treatment, Butler was able to easily gain weight and currently is listed near 300 pounds.
Question: How was this medical condition missed by the Panthers training staff, resulting in the loss of a third round pick that is the most needed position today?



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Oh, oh. Some fan here is really unhappy and it sounds to me like they have reason to be.

[davcbow]

Because the medical profession isnt everything they are drummed up to be...

[Bette]

Originally Posted by davcbow

Because the medical profession isnt everything they are drummed up to be...

Yeah, but the Houston Texans caught it right away. I think thats what the fan was unhappy about.

[Lefty Noob]

Originally Posted by Bette

Yeah, but the Houston Texans caught it right away. I think thats what the fan was unhappy about.

Interesting... makes me wonder if the Panthers need to look at overhauling their medical staff.

[Stoney]

Originally Posted by Lefty Noob

Interesting... makes me wonder if the Panthers need to look at overhauling their medical staff.

Remember the screwey eyed doctor from the movie Cannonball Run yeah the one with the finger guess who's working for the Panthers.