Two things he must improve - catch percentage and yards after the catch. He’s too talented to only catch 50% of passes thrown his way and average 9.7 yards per reception. He’ll be use in a more limited role in 2024, but it could allow him to be more sharp, churning out better production.

The Panthers kicked off their free-agent escapades by landing both Hunt and Lewis—who signed to a combined $153 million. They’d eventually follow up with two-year deals for Nijman and Clowney—whose pacts can be worth up to $15 million and $24 million, respectively.

There was a clear path forward for the 49ers with their 2024 draft picks. They were aiming to help their immediate depth while also preparing their roster for some turnover next offseason. While