The Carolina Panthers are one successful offseason away from becoming a legitimate challenger. There is a long way to go and a lot of hard work ahead, but the pieces are slowly coming together.
General manager Dan Morgan knows the Panthers are closer. He also knows this is not the finished roster by any stretch. Still, some outstanding acquisitions since he took charge of the front office have placed him in a position to be a little more aggressive throughout his third recruitment period at the helm.
Money is a little tight right now, although that will change with early releases and possible contract restructures.