Locked On Panthers

In a surprise move this offseason, the Carolina Panthers parted ways with starting safety Vonn Bell after he only one season spent in Carolina. The Panthers quickly went to work to find Bell's replacement by signing a pair of former Los Angeles Rams safeties, Jordan Fuller and Nick Scott, who were familiar with defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero's scheme. What impact will the two newcomers make in Carolina this fall?Xavier Woods battled injuries last season but graded out as one of the top safeties in the NFL in 2023, according to Pro Football Focus. With the departure of several key defensive players this offseason, does Woods step into the role as one of the units leaders?It's been a theme this offseason for former players who've played under Evero to sign in Carolina. One of other remains a free agent as former Denver Broncos safety Justin Simmons is still unsigned. Might the Panthers look to add Simmons ahead of Training Camp beginning?Plus, how many safeties will the Panthers keep on the roster in 2024?Ju