4 unknown quantities ahead of Carolina Panthers 2023 offseason
By Dean Jones
What unknown quantities face the Carolina Panthers ahead of another dramatic offseason for the franchise in 2023?
The first big domino fell for the Carolina Panthers when Frank Reich became head coach. But there are many other important decisions for those in power to make before training camp in Spartanburg begins.
Carolina’s lack of accomplishments in recent years is well documented. Steve Wilks provided some hope things could trend upward, which Reich will look to enhance further during his first year with the team he quarterbacked during their inaugural campaign.
After so much underachievement, there is genuine hope the worst is behind Carolina. Even if some significant questions remain about how the team approaches matters this spring.
On this subject, we picked out four unknown quantities remaining for the Panthers ahead of an immensely important 2023 off-season.
Unknown Quantity No. 1
How will Carolina Panthers handle cap issues?
According to Spotrac, the Carolina Panthers are $9.36 million over the cap before the necessary sacrifices and restructures arrive. How influential figures within the organization handle their cap issue will go a long way to determining whether this offseason becomes a success or not.
The Panthers have cap guru Samir Suleiman, who is one of the best in the business at maneuvering money to benefit the team. And something has to be done as Frank Reich looks to hit the ground running.