Panthers signed OL Luke Kandra.
Kandra (6’5/320) is a sleeper with this group of offensive lineman. In 2024, he was the third-highest graded guard in the Power 4 and earned All-Big 12 First Team honors. Before returning home to Cincinnati, Kandra spent three years at Louisville, and was graded the third best Power Five guard by PFF. As a pass blocker, Kandra plays physical, posting an 84.1 PFF grade. He has good vision, and does a nice job peeling off his blocks and picking up blitzes. As a run blocker, Kandra is quick off the ball, but is inconsistent at finishing his blocks. He’s quick on his pulls, but struggles to maintain his blocks. Kandra also isn’t the most versatile lineman, having no experience at tackle. Overall, Kandra has the potential to develop into a starting guard in the NFL.