Panthers projected offense figures to feature a new quarterback, and a retooled line

The Panthers offense made major changes at quarterback and across the offensive line. Headlined by No. 6 overall pick Ikem Ekwonu, Carolina will likely start three new offensive lineman compared to last year’s team. Trading for Baker Mayfield opened a quarterback competition in Carolina for the first time since 2003.

Mayfield is expected to win that battle and start Week 1 against his former team, the Cleveland Browns.

Projected offensive starters

QB: Baker Mayfield or Sam Darnold

RB: Christian McCaffrey

WR1: D.J. Moore

WR 2: Robbie Anderson

TE1: Ian Thomas

TE2: Tommy Tremble

LT: Ikem Ekwonu

LG: Brady Christensen

C: Bradley Bozeman

RG: Austin Corbett

RT: Taylor Moton

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This story was originally published August 10, 2022 at 6:00 AM.

Ellis L. Williams

The Charlotte Observer

Hailing from Minnesota, Ellis L. Williams joined the Observer in October 2021 to cover the Carolina Panthers. Prior, he spent two years reporting on the Browns for Cleveland.com/the Plain Dealer. Having escaped cold winters, he’s thrilled to consume football, hoops, music and movies within the Queen City.