8 potential sleeper candidates for the Panthers in 2020

Here are eight players who could have a surprise breakout year, given the right set of circumstances.

WR/KR Pharoh Cooper

Pharoh Cooper
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The Panthers haven’t had a true return specialist for several years. Cooper gives them a huge upgrade at that spot and should take on both punt and kick returns. For his career, he’s averaged 24.3 yards per attempt on kickoffs. It will also be interesting to see if Brady takes advantage of Cooper’s abilities on offense as a gadget weapon. He only has 50 career catches, but his speed and vision could be useful.