The Carolina Panthers are on a mission to return to Super Bowl contention, and according to NFL analyst Brent Sobleski of Bleacher Report, they're making all the right moves. The team has earned a solid "B" grade for their 2026 offseason, a testament to general manager Dan Morgan's strategic approach.

Coming off their NFC South title in 2025, the Panthers had two clear priorities: bolster the supporting cast around quarterback Bryce Young and elevate an already-improving defense. Check and check. In free agency, they landed a promising pass rusher in Jaelan Phillips and a Pro Bowl linebacker in Devon Lloyd, investing a combined $162 million in contracts. The draft then added two potential starting offensive linemen and a speedy wide receiver to keep the offense humming.

While the defense looks significantly stronger—finally boasting a top-tier linebacker and consistent edge pressure—Sobleski notes that the offense didn't make huge strides. The Panthers didn't address the tight end position in free agency or the draft, despite deep talent at the position this year. That leaves room for improvement, but it's not a deal-breaker for a team on the rise.

Overall, the "B" grade feels just right. With time still on the clock to shore up tight end, running back, and safety, Panthers fans have plenty of reasons to be optimistic. This is an organization stacking quality offseasons—and that's the recipe for a championship run.