Curtis Samuel Bulked Up, Gained Speed Over Offseason

Curtis Samuel will head into his third season faster and stronger than ever.

Football is finally here.

The Carolina Panthers began their training camp Wednesday morning, and a few things stuck out before camp began. One huge moment before training camp, was that rookie defensive end Brian Burns finally came to terms on a contract.

Another person that made some noise before camp began was wide receiver Curtis Samuel -- who noticeably bulked up over the offseason. He even told reporters that he gained some speed -- which is insane considering his 4.31 40-yard dash that he came into the league with.

Samuel said he worked on his speed this offseason (seriously) and appears to have added some strength.

“I feel like I got faster. That’s kinda scary, right?”

— Max Henson (@maxhenson) July 24, 2019

He improved exponentially in his second season after gaining 39 receptions, 494 yards and five touchdowns. So, the possibilities are endless with a healthy Cam Newton, healthy offensive line and a faster Samuel on the field.

WR Curtis Samuel appears to have bulked up a little while training in Charlotte and Miami this offseason, and he said his biggest project was adding even more speed.

— Jourdan Rodrigue (@JourdanRodrigue) July 24, 2019

Samuel will be the next option behind second-year receiver D.J. Moore, and he is ready for this test.

Curtis Samuel is so excited to be healthy coming into camp. “I feel like I’m a great player. I just have to go out there and show it.”

— Jourdan Rodrigue (@JourdanRodrigue) July 24, 2019