The Panthers thought they nabbed their next starting cornerback in free agency in Bashaud Breeland but things changed late this week when the former Redskin surprisingly failed his physical.

While the Panthers saved some money by backing out of the Breeland deal, Carolina is left scouring the cornerback free agent market to find another starting-caliber player opposite of James Bradberry.

Here's a look at some of the remaining options.

E.J. Gaines

Previously connected to the Texans, Gaines is expected to visit the Cardinals this weekend, and it'll be interesting to see if the Panthers get involved with the 5-foot-10, 185-pounder next. Gaines is one of the top free agents left on the board at cornerback, so there's a good chance he is going to get a big pay day. After inking Dontari Poe to a sizable deal, Carolina would have to commit similar money to Gaines - just like it did to Breeland - to sign the cornerback. While he's a very good cover corner when healthy, Gaines has had trouble staying on the field, missing 11 games the last two seasons.

Ross Cockrell

Cockrell is an interesting under-the-radar name to keep an eye on. He is a Charlotte native who played his college football at Duke and would probably welcome the opportunity to return home. The former Steelers starting defensive back was traded to the Giants last season, participating in 16 games with nine starts. Cockrell tallied 50 tackles with 11 passes defended and an interception.

Ross Cockrell

Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie

Another former Giant, Rodgers-Cromartie was let go by New York earlier this offseason. The lengthy 6-foot-2 cornerback can still cover people, but at 32 years old, he's not quite the player he once was. Despite a down season, Rodgers-Cromartie still graded out at a respectable 77.2 overall, ranking as the 58th-best quarterback in the NFL in 2017. The two-time Pro Bowler also clashed with coaches in New York last season, leading to his release. Rodgers-Cromartie would have to put that attitude aside and likely accept an incentive-laden contract for the Panthers to even consider him.

Orlando Scandrick

Scrandrick is similar to Rodgers-Cromartie in many ways. The former second-team All-Pro has seen better days and is on the downside of his career at the age of 31. With the Cowboys his entire career, Scandrick hasn't played a full season since 2013. He missed the entire 2015 season and sat out nine games the last two seasons. But Scandrick could still be the type of player the {anthers take a chance on with a short-term deal. He would add much-needed depth to the defensive backfield and a veteran presence.

Orlando Scandrick

Delvin Breaux

After a breakout 2015 campaign, Breaux has dealt with a broken fibula the last two seasons, participating in just six games. The Saints chose not to tender the 29-year-old restricted free agent, allowing him to hit the free agent market. Thus far, Breaux has drawn interest from the Broncos and Patriots. He's got good length at 6-1 and can play, if healthy, which is the big question with him now.

Bottomline: The majority of these cornerbacks are still on the market a week into free agency for a reason. Either injuries have hampered their careers or they are on the downside of their time in the NFL. Outside of Gaines, who's dealt with plenty of injuries, there's no guaranteed upgrade on the market. Carolina may be better off spending its money on a safety in free agency and trying to draft a starting-caliber cornerback.