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Thursday marked the third day of organized team activities (OTAs) for the Carolina Panthers, and the first day that was open to the media. Above, Panthers wideout David Gettis (12) hauls in a catch. (T.Ortega Gaines - ogaines@charlotteobserver.com)

Analysis: Five impressions from Day 3 of Carolina Panthers OTAs

Thursday marked the third day of OTAs for the Carolina Panthers, and the first day that was open to the media. No player really made a case to move up the depth chart, but there were still some impressions to be had.

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Jim Souhan: Brian Urlacher the epitome of a Bears middle linebacker

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