The Panthers made a critical addition to their roster last week, signing former Saints and Giants cornerback Eli Apple.
At just one year and $3 million, it’s a bargain of a deal. However, that contract took up most of the team’s remaining salary cap space for the year. They now have just a little more than $250,000 left for the 2020 season.
The team-building work is not finished yet, either. While there are 90 players currently on the roster, general manager Marty Hurney told WFNZ last week that defensive tackle and offensive line were the top priorities after adding a veteran cornerback. Now that Apple is in the fold, the team can move on to the last few remaining positions of need.
If they’re going to sign anybody they’ll have to move some money around, though. Here are three ways that Hurney can create some more cap space. (All cap estimates are via Over the Cap).