Carolina Panthers: Players on roster bubble entering training camp

TAMPA, FL - OCTOBER 29: Running back Cameron Artis-Payne #34 of the Carolina Panthers is brought down by middle linebacker Kwon Alexander #58 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and strong safety Justin Evans #21 on a 3-yard gain for a first down during the first quarter of an NFL football game on October 29, 2017 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Brian Blanco/Getty Images) /

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ATLANTA, GA – DECEMBER 31: Cameron Artis-Payne #34 of the Carolina Panthers runs the ball during the first half against the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on December 31, 2017 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) /

Cameron Artis-Payne

Fans have been waiting for the fifth round pick out of Auburn to really get a shot at being a regular contributor in the game. However, he may not get the chance with a crowded depth chart. In his three years with the Panthers he has only 99 carries, averaged 4.3 yards per carry and has four touchdowns.

The Panthers brought in three running backs this offseason, led by free agent signing C.J. Anderson, who seemingly will replace Jonathan Stewart. The Panthers also signed Elijah Hood and Kenjon Barner, who was signed after Fozzy Whittaker was placed on injured reserve.

The issue for Artis-Payne is that he has a similar running style to Anderson while Hood or Barner would give opposing defenses a different look. Cameron Artis-Payne will need a great preseason to keep his spot on the roster.

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