Can Diontae Johnson elevate Bryce Young and the Carolina Panthers WR Room?

Locked On Panthers - Daily Podcast On The Carolina Panthers

Following a disastrous 2023 season, the Carolina Panthers were in desperate need of playmakers at the wide receiver position. Panthers GM Dan Morgan made his first trade in the position by sending Donte Jackson and a sixth-round pick to Pittsburgh for Diontae Johnson and a seventh-round pick.

By completing that trade, Morgan brought in a player to Carolina in exchange for a player the team was planning to cut. The Panthers also received a player who is expected to be their X receiver and Bryce Young's first read. Julian Council discusses whether Diontae Johnson can fulfill the role as WR1.

Julian also takes a look at the WR depth chart. How big of a role will Xavier Legette play during his rookie season? What should the expectations for Adam Thielen be following a late-career renaissance in 2023? Has time already run out for Jonathan Mingo?

Last year, under Frank Reich, the Panthers kept seven receivers on their initial 53-man roster. How many receivers will Dave Canales keep?

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