Panthers named potential trade suitor for Pro Bowl defender

After Claudin Cherelus suffered a gruesome arm injury in Sunday’s win, the Carolina Panthers brought in additional help for workouts on Tuesday, including two linebackers and a defensive back. The team is also looking at running backs after placing Jonathon Brooks on injured reserve with a groin tweak. Separately, Carolina appears to be monitoring roster needs along the interior defensive line, where starters Tershawn Wharton and Bobby Brown III have been sidelined. Bleacher Report’s Kristopher Knox has linked the Panthers with Washington Commanders defensive tackle Daron Payne as a potential trade target, noting Payne’s production and upcoming spring free agency.