Injury concerns make RB a priority
However, it's somewhat unclear where he will line up because he is versatile enough to play tackle and guard. As a result, the Panthers can take the best available offensive lineman when they decide to fill this need. That said, the plan is to start Wahle at left guard, so they should look to add a right tackle who can compete for the starting spot vacated by Matt Willig, an unrestricted free agent who isn't expected to return.
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Mike Wahle is a powerful drive blocker who generally gets into good position and has the range to get around the corner when asked to pull. He was one of the top free-agent offensive linemen available, and Carolina did well to sign him.
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