Panthers' initial 53-man roster hints at much bigger moves coming

Carolina Panthers team manager Dan Morgan | Jim Dedmon-Imagn ImagesIt was a difficult day for those who gave so much to make the Carolina Panthers' initial 53-man roster. But the decisions made by general manager Dan Morgan hint that bigger moves might be coming in the not-too-distant future.

The Panthers have a shot to progress in 2025. Everything must go well, and getting a better run of luck on the health front would also be highly beneficial. But this club isn't planning on being the walkover it's been throughout most of David Tepper's ownership.

That's been evident during trade negotiations with the Minnesota Vikings for Adam Thielen. All parties are reportedly interested in a homecoming…