He wasn't the biggest name in the Carolina Panthers' group of free agent additions this spring.
But after a few weeks on the field during the team's offseason workouts, it's clear: Panthers fans should pay attention to safety Da'Norris Searcy.
Searcy is the frontrunner to start alongside veteran Mike Adams this fall. He said he has admired Adams since he came into the league, and used to play against him as a Tennessee Titan when Adams was in Indianapolis.
The reunion of the two, this time on the same side, seems to be going smoothly. And coach Ron Rivera has taken notice.