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Carolina Panthers drive growth and depth in 7 stories preparing for 2025 season

Stories by Charlotte Observer journalists, with AI summarization

The Carolina Panthers are pushing competition across the roster to prepare for the new season. Rookie wide receivers Xavier Legette and Tetairoa McMillan have developed strong chemistry at OTAs, while second-year cornerback Chau Smith-Wade and newly signed Tre’von Moehrig are making their mark in the secondary.

Tight end Tommy Tremble recently underwent back surgery, putting added focus on Ja’Tavion Sanders and rookie Mitchell Evans. On the offensive line, Cade Mays and Austin Corbett are locked in a tight battle for the center spot. Meanwhile, undrafted rookies like Kobe Hudson and defensive tackle Jared Harrison-Hunte are working hard to earn a place in a crowded and competitive training camp.

Carolina Panthers Jacolby George runs during a drill during the Carolina Panthers Rookie Minicamp in Charlotte, N.C., on Saturday, May 10, 2025. By KHADEJEH NIKOUYEH

NO. 1: BREAKING DOWN CAROLINA PANTHERS’ UNDRAFTED ROOKIES ON OFFENSE IN OTAS

The Carolina Panthers are preparing for training camp during organized team activities in uptown Charlotte. There is a cast of new faces on offense, including a group of undrafted rookies. We break down the new arrivals here. | Published May 28, 2025 | Read Full Story by Mike Kaye

Nov 16, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; Boston College Eagles quarterback Grayson James (14) is sacked by SMU Mustangs linebacker Kobe Wilson (24) and defensive lineman Jared Harrison-Hunte (81) during the second half at Gerald J. Ford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

NO. 2: BREAKING DOWN CAROLINA PANTHERS’ UDFA ROOKIES ON DEFENSE, SPECIAL TEAMS

The Carolina Panthers brought in 19 undrafted rookies to compete for roster spots this summer. The Observer broke down the offensive group on Wednesday. Today, we’re looking at the UDFAs on defense and special teams. | Published May 29, 2025 | Read Full Story by Mike Kaye

Carolina Panthers Tetairoa McMillan breaks off the line during the team’s OTA practice on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. By JEFF SINER

NO. 3: PANTHERS OTA NOTEBOOK: PLAYMAKERS SHINE, STARTING TE UNDERGOES SURGERY

The Carolina Panthers hosted their first open workout of organized team activities on Tuesday. The Charlotte Observer took notes on the drills, standouts and more. | Published May 27, 2025 | Read Full Story by Mike Kaye

Carolina Panthers wide receiver Xavier Legette (17) catches the ball against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the second quarter at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa Bay, Fl. on Sunday, Dec. 29, 2024 By Kim Klement Neitzel

NO. 4: PROJECTING THIS SEASON’S ROLES FOR XAVIER LEGETTE-LED PANTHERS 2024 DRAFT CLASS

The Carolina Panthers’ 2024 draft class had up-and-down results during its collective rookie campaign. Entering Year 2, following an offseason of heavy lifting by the front office, we’re projecting roles for the class. | Published June 4, 2025 | Read Full Story by Mike Kaye

Nov 29, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Las Vegas Raiders safety Tre’von Moehrig (7) warms up prior to a game against the Kansas City Chiefs at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

NO. 5: WHY TRE’VON MOEHRIG COULD BE A VERSATILE ASSET FOR PANTHERS’ DEFENSE

The Carolina Panthers handed out their largest free-agent contract to safety Tre’von Moehrig. He will lead a completely reworked safety group in 2025. | Published June 3, 2025 | Read Full Story by Mike Kaye

Carolina Panthers center Austin Corbett during the team’s OTA practice on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. By JEFF SINER

NO. 6: WHY AUSTIN CORBETT RETURNED TO PANTHERS WITHOUT GUARANTEED STARTING SPOT

Austin Corbett has been a starter in Carolina throughout his tenure with the Panthers. But this offseason, things are different and there is a competition that building between him and Cade Mays. | Published June 2, 2025 | Read Full Story by Mike Kaye

Carolina Panthers cornerback Shemar Bartholomew on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. By JEFF SINER

NO. 7: PANTHERS OTA NOTEBOOK: DBS HAVE STRONG DAY, ROOKIE WR JIMMY HORN SIDELINED

The Carolina Panthers hosted an organized team activities session in front of the media on Tuesday. The Observer was there to track the highlights, news and more. | Published June 3, 2025 | Read Full Story by Mike Kaye

The summary above was drafted with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists in our News division. All stories listed were reported, written and edited by McClatchy journalists.