Carolina Panthers: Top storylines for matchup against Buffalo Bills
Who impresses at safety?
The other big question on this defense is at the safety position. The team has Mike Adams penciled in as the starting free safety however the starting job next to the veteran is up for grabs.
Right now, Da’Norris Searcy is listed as the starter but rookie Rashaan Gaulden is pushing him for playing time. The third-round draft pick has impressed Ron Rivera in training camp, according to 247’s Alan Bell. If he continues to develop over the next four weeks, he could make the case to surpass Searcy on the depth chart.
However, this is the only battle as the defense desperately needs depth at this position. While Adams is the starter, he will be 37 years of age and the coaching staff would love to limit his workload to keep him fresh throughout the entire season.
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This means that the backup safety position will be key to the Panthers this season. It is likely to be a battle between Colin Jones, Demetrious Cox, Dezmen Southward and Damian Parms. These four players will be competing for a roster spot and that competition will ramp up in Buffalo.