Full-scale rebuilds are becoming more common in the NFL. The Cleveland Browns initiated one when John Dorsey was hired as their general manager. The Miami Dolphins didn’t try to hide theirs last season when they offloaded their best players for draft picks. They’re happening to teams that don’t have a clear future. They’re happening to teams that just hired new management.
They’re happening to teams like the current iteration of the Carolina Panthers.
With newly-hired head coach Matt Rhule set to begin a lengthy tenure in Charlotte, the Panthers appear to be looking towards the future.