Panthers: Free agent targets on both sides of the ball

NEW ORLEANS, LA - JANUARY 07: Head coach Ron Rivera of the Carolina Panthers reacts during the second half of the NFC Wild Card playoff game against the New Orleans Saints at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome on January 7, 2018 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images)
NEW ORLEANS, LA - JANUARY 07: Head coach Ron Rivera of the Carolina Panthers reacts during the second half of the NFC Wild Card playoff game against the New Orleans Saints at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome on January 7, 2018 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images) /
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Los Angeles Rams v Seattle Seahawks
SEATTLE, WA – DECEMBER 17: Tight end Luke Willson #82 of the Seattle Seahawks reacts after scoring a touchdown against the Los Angeles Rams during the third quarter of the game at CenturyLink Field on December 17, 2017 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Otto Greule Jr /Getty Images) /

TE – Luke Willson

If the Panthers are looking for a less expensive back-up tight end option, they could sign Luke Willson from the Seattle Seahawks. The five-year veteran has a history of making big catches against Carolina.

Wilson has been inconsistent overall, but flashed potential using his big body to make catches and break tackles last season. He can also hold his own in the blocking game as this would be a great, cheap deal for the Panthers if they’re looking for a quality tight-end to back-up Greg Olsen.