The Carolina Panthers focused on the offensive trenches during general manager Dan Morgan's first offseason at the helm. Over his second recruitment period, attention turned to the defensive side of the football.
This was necessary, and the improvements represent a solid building block for the future. However, there was always going to be some collateral damage thrown in for good measure.
One of those was interior lineman Shy Tuttle, who was released with one year remaining on his deal. The seasoned veteran wasn't out of work for long, signing an agreement with the Tennessee Titans.