How about Jamal Lewis - he could rejuvenate his career in Carolina, and his power running style would be a good fit.
I Think Lewis has to be a big favorite to land in Carolina. Especially since they're rebuilding that offensive line.The problem with Eric Shelton is that he runs too high. A little coaching could fix that (presumably). We still don't really know what he can do.
Davis out
Foster out
Doubt they draft another high rookie RB.
I think it's a safe assumption that Lewis remain in Baltimore until we get some signal -- any signal -- that he will not be returning. Last news out of Baltimore was that they were planning on franchising him. At this point, it takes a leap of faith to assume he'll end up in Carolina or any other team in need of a starting RB.
Franchise him... LOLNow I might be in the minority that still believes he can be a top 10 back in the NFL, but at the same time, what makes you believe he's going to get a contract that would give him Franchise Tag money?
That's silly.... they don't need to franchise him to get him back. They just have to outbid for him, and that price will be a LOT lower than the franchise price.