Carolina faces a 53-man decision with the kicker spot unsettled and two promising rookies nursing injuries as cut day looms. Moton’s two-year extension locks in a steady left side, while Nic Scourton and Princely Umanmielen battle for scarce reps behind the top receivers. Week 1 against Jacksonville will hinge on how quickly Carolina reshapes depth and special-teams roles in the wake of preseason setbacks.

Expect rapid, post-deadline moves as teams juggle IR designations and reserve roles. Late changes can unlock sleepers or force risky bets in fantasy lineups, especially at WR, OL, and return duties. The opener against the Jaguars will act as a real-time gauge of roster construction and fantasy upside.

Live roster churn could create surprise opportunities for Panthers players in the early weeks, with depth-chart shifts potentially elevating a few players into fantasy relevance even before the first official Week 1 snap.