The 2022 offseason was by far the most important offseason for Matt Rhule, heading into his third and possibly final year, and for second-year general manager Scott Fitterer, the two look to turn around the team following back-to-back 5-win seasons. The Panthers added several key free agents to both sides of the ball, even special teams. Which of those additions have to make the biggest impact in order for the Panthers to have success in 2022?

The re-signed wide receiver Keith Kirkwood on Monday. Julian Council discusses why the Panthers wide receiver room needs to bounce back in 2022 and how it's a position group that probably deserves more scrutiny heading into the season.

Plus, the Baker Mayfield to the Panthers rumor isn't finished yet. Could the Panthers trade for Mayfield ahead of next week's mandatory minicamp? Should the Panthers move on from the veteran quarterback market if they don't sign or trade for someone prior to the start next week?

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