The Carolina Panthers defensive secondary has gone through a near complete overhaul this offseason. Most of the media attention has been focused on the cornerbacks, but the safety position has seen big changes as well.

Starting at strong safety for the Carolina Panthers is Kurt Coleman. Coleman started at free safety for the Panthers last season, where some would say he put together a pro bowl caliber performance. This year Coleman replaces Roman Harper in the more physical strong safety position.

Now in addition to the ball hawking we have grown to expect from Coleman, he will be charged with more run support as well. Much of the Carolina Panthers defensive scheme calls for help from the strong safety in run stuffing. In minicamp, Kurt Coleman certainly looked like a player that is up to the task.

I spoke to Tre Boston recently about Coleman and how he differs from Roman Harper (now a New Orleans Saint).

“I think Kurt is more versatile” Boston said. “Kurt is a guy you can thrown in anywhere. He is coachable. He knows the ins and outs of defenses and it’s easy to him.”

Tre Boston will start at free safety, having spelled Kurt Coleman at that position last season. This will be Tre Boston’s first season as a starter.

Cam Newton clearly thinks Boston is ready. During a recent press conference Newton mentioned Tre Boston specifically.

“Tre has had, I think, his best camp so far at he free safety position.” Newton said of Boston.

Boston looked more confident on the field during offseason practices. First string reps throughout training camp and preseason should only boost his confidence more. As a third year player, now is the time for him to start coming into his own. As a Gettleman 2014 draft pick, much is expected of Tre Boston this season.

With the veteran Coleman returning and the up and coming Boston now a starter, the Carolina Panthers safety position could prove to be improved as a unit in 2016.