The Carolina Panthers officially began free agency on Wednesday afternoon, announcing the signings that were reported earlier this week. The Panthers didn't stop there; they also signed former Rams linebacker Christian Rozeboom and former Cowboys running back Rico Dowdle, a native of Asheville, NC, to one-year deals. With the additions of Rozeboom and Dowdle, the Panthers now have three starter-caliber linebackers and two running backs who recently achieved 1,000-yard rushing seasons.

With the new league year beginning, contracts are starting to appear on the Panthers books. Julian Council examines the cap numbers for players recently added to the Panthers roster, along with further details about their contracts.

Now that the Panthers have thoroughly addressed the defense and filled a key backup position on offense, what needs do they have heading into the second wave of free agency?

Julian Council reacts to Day 1 of free agency for the Carolina Panthers. 

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