Preseason games might be mundane for established veterans, some fans, and even Roger Goodell, but for those on the Carolina Panthers' roster fringes, it represents the best possible chance to make their claims for the 53-man squad.
That doesn't just mean undrafted free agents or those with less experience. Veteran players also come under the microscope in a fine-margins situation that could legitimately go either way.
This bears more significance for one Panthers veteran, who finds himself entering the preseason with his future firmly hanging in the balance.
Akayleb Evans must prove worthy of retaining Carolina Panthers roster spot in the preseason
Akayleb Evans was scooped off the waiver wire late last season after he was made surplus to requirements by the Minnesota Vikings.