Josh Norman will undoubtedly be the hottest free agent on the market, if he even gets there.
The Panthers could always tag Norman for 2016 however they would be happier to get a long term deal done. If the Panthers win the Super Bowl Norman will likely lean towards sticking with the only team he has been with his entire NFL career, however Norman would be in tremendous demand not only by cornerback starved teams but Super Bowl contenders looking to make that next step.
Norman played and started in every game during the 2015 season, he recorded 56 combined tackles, 18 pass defenses, 4 interceptions, 2 defensive touchdowns, and 3 forced fumbles. Prior to this season Norman barely broke out only registering 181 combined tackles, 36 pass defenses, 7 interceptions, 2 defensive touchdowns, and 4 forced fumbles his entire career.
Norman has seemingly put it together and can finally be a highly productive player. The Panthers have $23 million in cap space but will that be enough to keep Norman? Norman's hit is only $1,591,750 however his new contract wherever he ends up will likely be reflective of his shut down cornerback status. Norman has appeared in 53 out of a possible 64 NFL games so his durability has some question marks however after this season teams will go all out to sign the 28 year old corner.
Teams interested in Norman likely include the New England Patriots, Seattle Seahawks, Pittsburgh Steelers, Washington Redskins, Chicago Bears, New Orleans Saints, Oakland Raiders, Los Angeles Rams, Detroit Lions, Indianapolis Colts, Jacksonville Jaguars, Miami Dolphins, and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Norman will likely focus on the place he can win the most and earn the most cash.
