Analysis: Thompkins spent most of his 2024 campaign bouncing between the Panthers' practice squad and active roster, appearing in seven consecutive games from Week 9 to Week 16. The 25-year-old played a minimal role on Carolina's offense, logging just six touches over 51 offensive snaps. He also wasn't much of a factor in the return game, stepping in for Raheem Blackshear and serving as the team's top return specialist in Weeks 14 and 15. Thompkins is now set to be a restricted free agent this summer, but it wouldn't be surprising if he lands elsewhere, as he was a healthy scratch in the Panthers' final two games of the season.

Analysis: Thompkins played nine snaps (seven on offense, two on special tams) and turned his lone carry into nine yards during the Panthers' Week 16 overtime win against the Cardinals. However, he will observe Sunday's NFC South contest in street clothes, and his next opportunity to play will be in the Panthers' regular-season finale against the Falcons. Raheem Blackshear and Velus Jones will serve as Carolina's top kickoff and punt return options due to Thompkins' absence.