Panthers ready for the return that could shift their entire season

Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales | Bob Donnan-Imagn ImagesThe Carolina Panthers' fortunes this season are still hanging in the balance despite securing a dramatic comeback victory in Week 5. Every little helps right now for head coach Dave Canales, especially considering the need to string some positive results together in turbulent times.

Canales has weathered the storm. There is a lot to clean up, and the injury problems have proven difficult to overcome.

However, the Panthers are readying for the return that could redefine their outlook in 2025.

When the Panthers traded Adam Thielen to the Minnesota Vikings, Jalen Coker was immediately chosen as the man who would fill the void.…