The Carolina Panthers brought in some real talent that could contribute in week one of the NFL season with their draft class. Rookie mini camp starts a week from today, dating from May 8th to May 9th, where the new Panthers will throw on the pads and get their first reps under head coach Dave Canales and the 2026 coaching staff.  Rookie mini camp is just the start for the newest Carolina Panthers. Once training camp comes around, some of the new draftees will be competing for starting spots on the depth chart. Here are four rookies who will have competition for starting spots.  Monroe Freeling vs Rasheed Walker/Taylor Moton Feb 28, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Georgia offensive lineman Monroe Freeling (OL24) speaks to members of the media during the NFL Combine at the Indiana Convention Center.…