Who’s next man up at wide receiver for Panthers?

Kelvin Benjamin’s season-ending ACL tear Wednesday leaves the Panthers without an obvious No. 1 receiver. A closer look at the other members of their receiving corps:

Devin Funchess: The second-round pick is tall, but he needs to learn to be more physical to be a dominant wideout in the mold of Benjamin.

Jerricho Cotchery: The 12th-year veteran is a steadying influence in the locker room, but he’s a possession receiver at this point in his career.

Corey Brown: The receiver formerly known as “Philly” flashed great speed as an undrafted rookie, but he lacks the size to be a true No. 1 receiver.

Ted Ginn Jr.: Has proven to be a great fit in Mike Shula’s scheme during two stints with the Panthers, but he is strictly a deep threat.

Brenton Bersin: Wofford graduate has gained the team’s trust with his sure hands and precise routes.

Jarrett Boykin: Charlotte native and former Packers wideout needs to show more consistency if he hopes to make the 53-man roster.

Damiere Byrd: Didn’t catch many passes at South Carolina, but the undrafted rookie’s speed is intriguing.

Joseph Person

This story was originally published August 19, 2015 at 7:53 PM with the headline "Who’s next man up at wide receiver for Panthers?."