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How will Scouting Combine changes impact Panthers draft plans?

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The Carolina Panthers 2021 NFL Draft plans could be impacted by COVID-19.

This is an immensely important time of year for teams like the Carolina Panthers. Although the playoffs are now in full swing, those on the outside looking in are busy preparing for the 2021 campaign with a view to changing their fortunes on the field.

The Carolina Panthers made a promising impression in year one of Matt Rhule’s rebuild, even though their 5-11 record states otherwise. A young and relatively inexperienced roster remained highly competitive against top opposition, with their record potentially looking far different had quarterback Teddy Bridgewater not been 0-8 on game-winning or tying drives during the season.