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The Panthers signed a lot of free agents to one-year contracts this offseason, both their own guys and from outside. And for Canales, that means an intensity to the work he expects to see.

It's a reasonable question to ask, after a much busier-than-ordinary March, in which the Panthers dealt in both impact and volume. Plus much more before we go full-bore into draft mode.

The free agent left tackle brings experience to the line which is needed, considering the uncertainty surrounding incumbent left tackle Ikem Ekwonu after his January knee injury.

Poole, a 1995 first-rounder here, is coaching at Alabama State, the first Division I school to sponsor the sport. And he's drawing on his experiences in Carolina as he coaches a new generation.

From top defensive stars to local talent, here are some of the biggest takeaways from five pro day stops around the state this week.

The veteran tight end is back for another season, after spending last year with the Falcons. So he's had ringside seats for what's being built here, and couldn't wait to rejoin it.

The executive vice president of football operations met with reporters to go over a frenetic free agency period, how it came together, and what the next steps look like.

The Panthers sent the veteran quarterback to Philadelphia in exchange for a 2027 seventh-round pick.

The veteran punter decided to return to Carolina on the heels of a great statistical season, signing a two-year deal, with the understanding that this is now where he wants to finish his career.

The Hall of Fame linebacker realized quickly that the teams of current and former NFL stars, including Tom Brady, were a bad matchup for guys with much more speed and flag football experience.