Eric Washington on Julius Peppers, Panthers' D-line: 'A good-looking group'

CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Carolina Panthers defensive line coach Eric Washington insists this has been a typical offseason for him.

Typical, as in Washington drawing interest from the San Francisco 49ers about their defensive coordinator’s position.

Typical, as in the Panthers signing Washington’s star defensive tackle, Kawann Short, to a five-year, $80.5 million deal.

Typical, as in Washington being reunited with nine-time Pro Bowl selection Julius Peppers to fill a key role at defensive end.

Panthers defensive line coach Eric Washington oversees a unit that could be one of the deepest and most talented in the league.Typical, as in general manager Dave Gettleman also making sure Washington didn’t…