Carolina Panthers: James Bradberry facing pivotal contract year

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CHARLOTTE, NC – NOVEMBER 04: James Bradberry #24 of the Carolina Panthers defends a pass to Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the second quarter during their game at Bank of America Stadium on November 4, 2018 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) /

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The question the Panthers need to pose to themselves and answer fairly quickly, is whether they are comfortable and confident enough to tie themselves up with Bradberry considering other impending free-agents-to-be on the horizon.

In 2020, key players who are set to become unrestricted free agents include: defensive end Mario Addison, linebacker Shaq Thompson and tackle Daryl Williams.

Bradberry’s been steady in Carolina, but not worth anything near the money Howard was awarded, especially with Jackson waiting in the wings. If he falters this season and ends up demanding more than a Desir-type deal, the Panthers should move on.

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