Carolina Panthers
After letting veteran Mike Adams walk in free agency, the team is now left with a safety duo of Eric Reid and Rashaan Gaulden. Reid is a solid starter who is likely locked in, but Gaulden is a big question mark.
Appearing in 15 games last season, Gaulden made just 17 tackles with one pass defended. The former third round lacks experience necessary after being selected in the third round last year.
Many Panthers’ fans were shocked when the team didn’t draft a safety in this years draft. Bill Voth, a reporter for the Panthers, stated that Gaulden is still getting used to the position after playing nickel cornerback in college.
Clearly, we didn’t learn a lot about Gaulden last season. But remember, almost as soon as they drafted him, they warned it would take him a bit to make the transition from college nickel back to NFL safety.
He went on to say that the team is still constructing their roster, leaving open the possibility for a trade.
Carolina finished 18th in passing yards allowed last season and 23rd in yards per attempt. They could use to upgrade the back half of their secondary. Adding Joseph would allow the team to have more competition at the safety position and potentially a starter with experience next to Reid.
