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Kicker, punter set, but return game? That’s where Panthers have options, decisions to make

Carolina Panthers kicker Graham Gano has a new contract, Michael Palardy has a firm grip on the punting job and head coach Ron Rivera has a plethora of options in the return game.

The Panthers went to Spartanburg last year with both their kicking and punting spots up for grabs.

But barring an injury to Gano or Palardy, there will be little drama at those positions this summer: There are no other kickers or punters on the roster.

But there will still be plenty of decisions for new special teams coordinator Chase Blackburn to mull, particularly among the returners.