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Panthers: Complete preseason position grades

By Brandon Scott

CHARLOTTE, NC - AUGUST 17: Cam Newton #1 of the Carolina Panthers checks down the line against the Miami Dolphins in the first quarter during the game at Bank of America Stadium on August 17, 2018 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Grant Halverson/Getty Images)
CHARLOTTE, NC - AUGUST 17: Cam Newton #1 of the Carolina Panthers checks down the line against the Miami Dolphins in the first quarter during the game at Bank of America Stadium on August 17, 2018 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Grant Halverson/Getty Images) /
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CHARLOTTE, NC – AUGUST 17: Ian Thomas #80 of the Carolina Panthers scores a touchdown against the Miami Dolphins in the second quarter during the game at Bank of America Stadium on August 17, 2018 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Grant Halverson/Getty Images) /

Tight End: B+

Tight end hopefully receives a boost in production from last season by Greg Olsen simply being healthy for an entire year. If so, then there is no doubt either Chris Manhertz (when healthy) and Ian Thomas can handle any duties opposite him.

Should Olsen be sidelined, Thomas has shown enough during preseason play to contribute in the passing game but will need to improve his blocking in order to be the complete package that such a subtle position requires.

As Turner wants to develop pass patterns with options for helping Newton get rid of the ball quickly, expect any tight end to be extremely productive this season.

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