Panthers Offseason Rebuild: Strong Start & Draft Hopes

0:00Welcome to NFL News Today, two minutes of updates that matter to NFL fans. Hit subscribe and stay connected. The Carolina Panthers are off to a strong start in their offseason rebuild. General manager Dan Morgan shared updates with reporters on Friday, praising the team's free agency moves and dropping hints about targets for the 2026 NFL Draft. Morgan highlighted how the Panthers kept 14 players from their 2025 roster. That includes several wire receivers, linebackers, defensive backs and specialists who know the system well. These retentions help maintain continuity, while new additions tackle key weaknesses up front. The team filled gaps at pass rusher and inside linebacker with multi-year deals for proven talent. They also grabbed left tackle Rashid Walker, who steps in right away for the injured Ikem Equanew. Overall these moves set up a more stable line to protect the quarterback early in the season. With free agency wrapped up, all eyes turned to the draft as Carolina builds momentum for

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