free agency."WhiteFanposts Fanshots Sections Keep Sounding PodcastPanthers 2019 NFL DraftCSR Film RoomCarolina Panthers free agency 2019Carolina Panthers sign defensive end Bruce Irvin to one-year Youth Torrey Smith Jersey , $4 million dealNew,204commentsThe Panthers have added to their pass rush via free agency.EDTShareTweetShareShareCarolina Panthers sign defensive end Bruce Irvin to one-year, $4 million dealUpdate 2: The deal is for one year, $4 million (with a max value of $5 million) according to Jourdan Rodrigue.Update 1: The team has confirmed the report and made the signing of Bruce Irvin to a one-year contract official.Panthers general manager Marty Hurney had the following to say on the signing:The Carolina Panthers have bolstered their pass rush by signing free agent defensive end Bruce Irvin to a one-year contract according to a report from ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Terms of the deal have not been disclosed.Irvin has been in the league since he was drafted in the first round (No. 15 overall) by the Seattle Seahawks in the 2012 NFL Draft. He has also spent time with the Oakland Raiders and Atlanta Falcons. In eight games with the Falcons last year, Irvin recorded 3.5 sacks and 13 tackles.Provided it didn’t cost too much money, this is a solid move by the Panthers to add some quality veteran depth to their defensive line. Before today, their pass rush consisted of Mario Addison, Efe Obada, Bryan Cox Jr. and Marquis Haynes. Irvin may not be as good now as he was earlier in his career Stitched Torrey Smith Jersey , but he’s solid enough that he can be considered a quality addition in free agency for a team who has a desperate need for players who can pressure the quarterback.What do you think of this move, Panthers fans? Let us hear your thoughts. The Panthers need to add young talent to their pass rush. Is Chase Winovich a good fit for them?"WhiteFanposts Fanshots Sections Keep Sounding PodcastPanthers 2019 NFL DraftCSR Film RoomCarolina Panthers Film RoomPanthers 2019 NFL DraftFilm room scouting report on Michigan defensive end Chase WinovichNew,23commentsThe Panthers need to add young talent to their pass rush. Is Chase Winovich a good fit for them?EDTShareTweetShareShareFilm room scouting report on Michigan defensive end Chase WinovichRick Osentoski-USA TODAY SportsChase Winovich is a native of Jefferson Hills, Pa. and attended Thomas Jefferson High School. He was a four-star prospect according to Rivals. He committed to Michigan over Florida State, Pitt, and Virginia Tech. Winovich was a four-year letterman for the Wolverines and was well liked by his teammates and coaches as he was awarded the Bo Schembechler MVP team award in 2018. He finished his Michigan career with 45 tackles-for-loss, 18 sacks, and three forced fumbles. Winovich tested as an above average athlete. He was a 0.6 sigma athlete, which placed him in the 68.8th percentile according to SPARQ. More importantly Youth David Mayo Jersey , Winovich’s agility scores were outstanding. His 3-cone was 6.94 and the short shuttle was 4.11. Film reviewWinovich flashes active hands consistently. He can use this trait to stack and shed or use a counter on the offensive tackle. On each of these pass rushes, Winovich initially gets held up by the tackle. He uses his hands to disengage and force his way for a pressure. His pressure share in 2018 was 27.1% according to Sports Info Solutions. Winovich starts his rush outside, but then jabs his feet inside. He’s able to use a rip move to win. Unfortunately, the hit was penalized for roughing the passer. However, the important part is how Winovich used a rip move on the inside hand of the tackle. Winovich takes another inside route to the quarterback. He attacks the right arm of the offensive lineman, but shows a decent ability to convert speed to power. Winovich displays a stab and rip move as he forces the quarterback off his spot. His pass rush arsenal is not fully refined, but his rip move is effective. There were questions about Winovich’s athleticism. He answered those concerns at the Combine. Furthermore, his excellent agility scores show up on tape. Winovich has decent bend when he’s executing a speed rush. On each of these rushes, he has to convert speed to power as he engages with the offensive tackle. The dip and flexibility to turn the arc is highlighted on each rush. He doesn’t have a great first step though. This isn’t surprising as his vertical and broad jumps Stitched David Mayo Jersey , which measure explosiveness are below average.Winovich’s athleticism is also on display when he’s in space against a running back. He closes down the space by taking the right angle and then his burst to hit high gear. As a run defender, Winovich has a strong pop at the point of attack. He’s able to meet the pulling guard with plenty of force. He sheds the block and finishes the tackle for loss.Winovich has the length to easily stack and shed in the run game. He gets engaged with the blocker, but he’s able to utilize his hand use and leverage to shed the block. Winovich cleans up the run on the backside. Fit with CarolinaThe Panthers just signed Bruce Irvin to a one-year deal, but they still need to elevate their edge rushing talent. Their defensive line coach, Sam Mills III, attended Winovich’s pro day in Ann Arbor. It’s not surprising that there is mutual interest. Winovich is a twitchy edge rusher who plays with a high motor. In addition, he has the strength to set the edge or attack the ppint of attack in the run game. Winovich’s pre-draft rise reminds me of T.J. Watt a couple years ago. I doubt he’s available when the Panthers select in the second round, but if he is they have to send in the card ASAP.