The Facts: The Panthers don't have a firm answer at quarterback. They have options, but lack clarity at this point in the offseason, which means it's likely the Panthers will add to the position in the offseason. General manager Scott Fitterer said as much Friday, while also including those still on the roster -- Darnold and P.J. Walker -- in consideration for 2022. "Yeah. The whole key is bringing Sam along," Fitterer said of Darnold when asked if he was comfortable with him as the team's quarterback. "We threw him last year, kinda limited OTAs and everything that we had. You know, we have to develop our own guys and P.J. Walker, as well. But I think we will look to add to the group, as well. That's one emphasis going into this, whether it's through the draft, trade, whatever it may be, we're going to add to the room."

Diehards Line: The draft seems the most likely, especially as the Panthers have made sure to be front and center at each and almost every pro day workout featuring a top signal-caller in this class. Fitterer and HC Matt Rhule were in Pittsburgh to watch Kenny Pickett's workout, and in Lynchburg, Virginia, to watch Liberty quarterback Malik Willis' workout. Rhule stood front and center behind Ole Miss quarterback Matt Corral during his pro day workout this week. Sitting in the sixth spot in the first round of the draft, Carolina could be the first team to take a quarterback, meaning the Panthers might have their choice of the available prospects. But what if Carolina finds a suitable option via trade? Baker Mayfield and Jimmy Garoppolo remain available via trade, though the Panthers haven't indicated they're interested in either player. In addition Fitterer suggested the door is still open to Cam Newton returning.