CHARLOTTE – Devin Funchess' size and athleticism makes a good first impression. But the Carolina coaching staff is just as excited about his intelligence.
During organized team activities, the rookie has already displayed knowledge off all three wide receiver positions.
"It's huge," wide receivers coach Ricky Proehl said. "He can fill in for anybody. That helps us tremendously."
Which one – X, Y or Z – does the 6-foot-4 Funchess prefer?
"I like all of them," Funchess said. "Wherever I can go get the ball."
Proehl had a feeling Funchess would pick up the Panthers' offense quickly.