Panthers' Roster Solidifies, Draft Focus Shifts

0:00It's March 22nd. Encore with the story, and this is NFL News Today Football News, powered by AI. Free agency is wrapped up for the Carolina Panthers, giving fans a clear view of the roster as the draft approaches. Bryce Young leads the quarterbacks, backed by Kenny Pickett, while Chuba Hubbard anchors the running backs with Jonathan Brooks, AJ Dillon, and Trevor, Etienne in the mix. Wide receivers feature Tedaroa McMillan, Jalen Coker, and Xavier Leggett up top, and the offensive line looks solid with Taylor Moden at right tackle. And Robert Hunt at Right Guard. On defense, Derek Brown holds down the line, JC Horn patrols one corner, and Nick Scorton bolsters the edge. Most starting spots feel locked in, especially up front on both sides of the ball, thanks the key free agent signings and holdovers. The team added depth, without much drama, setting up a stable base before they make their seven draft picks. A few position battles could shake things up this summer. At tight end, to Tavion Sanders holds the edge over Tommy Trimble, but Trimble's rapport

1:04with Young might close the gap. The third receiver slot pits Xavier Leggett against challengers like John Mechie and Jimmy Horn Jr. Free safety sees Nick Scott defending his job from Lathen Ransom, and in the backfield AJ Dylan and Jonathan Brooks will compete for carries behind. Hubbard. roster spots are tight, with about 13 players on the bubble, including Anaya Smith, Dan Chazena, and several linemen like Sahadi Charles. Those draft picks and undrafted free agents could push many out, similar to how Jalen Coker and Corey Thornton rose last year. All eyes turned to the draft now, where fresh talent might solidify these battles, or spark new ones as training camp heats up.