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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.

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 Panthers free agent acquisition has been waiting years for this moment, to help lead a defense. It didn't come easy. But endless patience, grace for his growth, and roots in music helped Jaelan Phillips prepare. Now he's ready.

The new signal-caller in the middle of the defense walked into his new home Thursday, and it just felt right to him. Now, he wants to maintain the standard that's been built here over the years.

The offensive tackle spent the last two seasons with the Carolina Panthers as a valuable member of the offensive line. He first joined the league in 2019.

After being claimed off waivers from the Vikings in 2024, he's appeared in 18 games with one start, contributing on defense and special teams.

The former Alabama teammate of Bryce Young agreed to a one-year deal on Wednesday afternoon, adding some speed to the receiver position.

And we're off. The team has agreed to add outside linebacker Jaelan Phillips, linebacker Devin Lloyd, quarterback Kenny Pickett, center Luke Fortner, and tackle Stone Forsythe.

Catch up with news from around the NFC South after longtime veterans left some divisional teams, while clubs added other big names off the market.