After weeks of speculation about whether the Carolina Panthers starters would play during the preseason, Panthers head coach Dave Canales announced on Thursday that the team's first unit will play in the preseason finale at Buffalo on Sunday. Julian Council reacts to this decision and explains why Canales came to this conclusion.

The Panthers depth at cornerback has been a concern since the beginning of training camp. This concern grew after the team waived promising cornerback Lamar Jackson on Monday. To address their need for cornerback depth, they acquired cornerback Michael Jackson from the Seahawks in exchange for rookie linebacker Michael Barrett. Julian reacts to this decision and ponders how this will impact the Panthers' roster as Cutdown Day approaches.

Julian reveals three things he'll be looking out for during the Panthers preseason finale on Saturday afternoon. 

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