8. Interior offensive line
Starters: Michael Schofield, Matt Paradis, John Miller
Backups: Tyler Larsen, Chris Reed, Mike Horton, Fred Mauigoa, Sam Tecklenburg
Analysis: How well these guys perform in 2020 will be a critical factor in determining the offense’s success. Paradis was a major disappointment last season at center and will need to have a bounce-back season, or else the entire offensive line will suffer. Schofield and Miller are projected to replace Greg Van Roten and Trai Turner at guard. Improved pass protection is the key, here. Schofield will be an upgrade over Van Roten in this respect. If Miller can offer the same over Turner it will be huge. The Panthers also have some decent depth inside, especially with the versatile Larsen.