LB Cory Littleton
Height: 6'3"
Weight: 228
College: Washington
NFL Stats: 495 tackles, 26 TFLs, 16 QB hits, 9 sacks, 5 fumble recoveries
Projected 2022 Stats: 71 tackles, 3 TFLs, 2 QB hits, 2 sacks
Depth Chart Projection: Starter
Littleton brings a much-needed veteran presence to the Panthers' defense. The linebacking unit was fairly limited on experience a year ago aside from Shaq Thompson. Now, the Panthers have several options to roll out in different packages. Littleton will likely split time with Luvu at the SAM backer spot.
53-Man Roster Status: Lock
Littleton has been a starter for much of his career, so it'll be interesting to see how well he performs if he does indeed split reps with Luvu. There's not going to be another linebacker that comes through the door that will kick Littleton off the 53-man roster. His roster spot is more than safe.
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