Panthers Defense Has Hidden Weaknesses | Carolina Panthers News

The Panthers’ defense showed promise last year, especially with Jaycee Horn, Mike Jackson, and Derrick Brown, but key weaknesses in pass rush and linebackers forced major offseason upgrades. Early signs suggest Jaelan Phillips and Devin Lloyd are making an impact, yet hidden vulnerabilities in the secondary—particularly at slot cornerback and safety—could be exploited. Chau Smith-Wade and Tre’von Moehrig allowed a high percentage of passes to be caught, creating a coverage crisis. The team must address these gaps, possibly by upgrading the nickel spot or finding a better safety partner for Moehrig. The success of this defense hinges on how well they manage these coverage holes, even with the new additions. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e3ba6f2934c3d810