What are some major storylines to monitor as the Carolina Panthers get set to ramp up their preparations for the 2022 season at mandatory minicamp?
The Carolina Panthers are gearing up for another important process in their preparations with their mandatory minicamp. This will be a chance for everyone to come together for the first time, with the likes of Robbie Anderson and Xavier Woods set to link up with teammates who’ve been around the facility heavily in recent weeks.
Morale seems to be relatively high within the organization right now. Head coach Matt Rhule has gone about forming closer bonds with his players and this relaxed atmosphere is coming across in a positive fashion overall.
Carolina has an incredible amount at stake next season. The closer we get to Week 1 against the Cleveland Browns at Bank of America Stadium, the more intense things are likely to become across the franchise.
For now, here are five major storylines for fans to keep a watchful eye on during the Panthers‘ mandatory minicamp in 2022.
Storyline No. 1
Who is winning the Carolina Panthers LG1 battle?
With four spots on the offensive line seemingly cemented, the battle to see who becomes the team’s starting left guard in 2022 is an important one. There are a number of players who are likely to be in with a shout, so seeing who becomes the early frontrunner during mandatory minicamp could give us a clearer indication.
Brady Christensen is an intriguing favorite that can now focus on manning the interior after the Carolina Panthers selected left tackle Ikem Ekwonu at No. 6 overall. Others such as Pat Elflein, Deonte Brown, Cam Erving, Cade Mays, and Michael Jordan could stake a claim, so it’ll be interesting to see how things unfold in the coming weeks.
Whoever gets the upper hand during Carolina’s mandatory minicamp will be telling. It might also give them enough momentum to progress further when training camp in Spartanburg rolls around.