The Carolina Panthers' preseason slate is finally in the books. And there is one big positive that emerged above all else.
It can be an arduous few weeks for many established veterans. The Panthers were reluctant to get their starters involved for anything more than a series or two. Dave Canales came under fire for his team's lack of execution, but the head coach would rather everyone stayed fresh rather than give them valuable reps in a typical game-day setting.
Whether that gamble pays off remains to be seen. But the absence of Carolina's roster locks gave everyone else a chance to impress.