Analysis: What the C.J. Henderson trade tells us about the Panthers

Well, for starters, the trade for CB C.J. Henderson tells us the Panthers are not messing around—now nor for the future.

What did the Carolina Panthers do when they lost a young cornerback that was recently drafted as a top-10 selection? Well, they traded for another young cornerback that was recently drafted as a top-10 selection.

On Monday, the team announced a deal with the Jacksonville Jaguars for C.J. Henderson. And, sure, of course this was a move to help fortify a battered secondary. But it’s actually much more than that.

Here’s what the latest work from general manager Scott Fitterer and head coach Matt Rhule tells us about the Panthers.