The Carolina Panthers dodged a major bullet on Friday afternoon as former Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson spurned their division rivals Atlanta and New Orleans to agree to a trade and new deal with the Cleveland Browns.

What does this mean for the NFC South in 2022? Does this give the Panthers a reset to build the roster properly?

Panthers GM Scott Fitterer continues to get to work this free agency period as he made multiple key signings on Friday including for a new offensive lineman, a former All-Pro punter, and a pass-rushing interior defensive lineman.

Where do things stand for the Panthers after a tumultuous week that ends with the NFC South dynamics being the same as they did entering the week?

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