SPARTANBURG, S.C. – At times during Derek Anderson's snaps under center in Thursday's preseason opener at the Baltimore Ravens, he could claim as much NFL experience as all the other players in the huddle combined.
Yet, some of them have a better chance – knock on wood – of playing meaningful snaps for the Panthers this season.
Welcome to the world of the veteran backup quarterback, particularly one who backs up the league's reigning MVP.
"I really enjoyed being out there Thursday. Guys that haven't been in games before, I tried to keep them loose and get them the ball so they can make plays," Anderson said.