In ESPN.com's latest post-draft NFL Power Rankings, the Carolina Panthers were ranked dead last at 32nd, dropping from 28th in the previous ranking. Is ESPN undervaluing the Panthers? Which teams in the NFL are the Panthers clearly better than?

ESPN's Football Power Index (FPI) thinks differently, ranking the Panthers 25th. How improved will the Panthers be in 2022?

After missing out on voluntary workouts last week, Panthers Pro Bowl defensive end Brian Burns returned on Monday. Burns' absence led to speculation that he was possibly holding out in hopes for a new contract. Instead, he was back home in Florida dealing with a family matter. Should the Panthers look to extend Burns this offseason or wait until next year?

Plus, news of players waived and signed following rookie minicamp.

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