A powerful back who runs low to the ground and can bust through the line. Has good hands and can contribute on passing plays. An intense competitor who fins ways to score.
Flaws:
Not a speedster in the open field. His blocking skills need some polishing as he often gets beaten on the outside. Will take some downs off at times.
Career Potential:
Versatile and productive power back.
Movements & Injuries
2012
11/30/2012
Fined $21,000 by the NFL.
3/19/2012
Signed as an unrestricted free agent by the Carolina Panthers to a four-year contract.
2011
7/29/2011
Re-signed as a restricted free agent by the San Diego Chargers to a one-year contract.
3/02/2011
Contract tendered by the San Diego Chargers.
2010
12/31/2010
Neck injury, injured reserve.
3/25/2010
Re-signed by the San Diego Chargers.
2008
4/28/2008
Signed as an undrafted free agent by the San Diego Chargers.
Career Transactions
2012
3/19/2012
Signed as an unrestricted free agent by the Carolina Panthers.
2008
4/28/2008
Signed as an undrafted free agent by the San Diego Chargers.
Player News
Tolbert expects offense to remain same | 01/20/2013 11:05 AM
News
Mike Tolbert believes the offense under new OC Mike Shula will remain the same, and the "basic scheme of things probably won't change much."
Charlotte Observer
Impact
"It's big for Cam [Newton] not having to start new, start over. It's a good transition for Cam," added Tolbert. NBC Sports analyst and former quarterback under Shula, Shaun King, offered his thoughts on the offense, saying, "I think the offense should be based off power running game, the passing attack should be play-action based and sprinkle in some zone-read stuff." According to Pro Football Focus, Cam Newton posted a 109.4 QB rating on play-action in 2012.
