The Panthers began walk-throughs for the first time in 2020 this week. Unpadded practices usually don’t mean much, but this year everything is different and every rep is far more meaningful.
Here are nine players who need a strong performance at training camp this year, whether they’re taking on a leadership position, finding their groove or fighting for a roster spot.
Teddy Bridgewater
What’s at stake: In the absence of former MVP quarterback Cam Newton and so many other veterans, the team itself is up for grabs. While Christian McCaffrey may be their best player, that doesn’t necessarily make it his. Bridgewater told reporters earlier this week he feels this is his team, despite not having a traditional offseason. Now he has to go out and earn it. Bridgewater needs to show a command of offensive coordinator Joe Brady’s scheme and the ability to lead a team for more than a handful of games. So far, so good.
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