Fans and analysts were quick to come up with speculative reasons why the cornerback-hungry Carolina Panthers would release veteran Brandon Boykin roughly a month after signing him. Now with Steelers DB coach Carnell Lake not denying reports of a degenerative hip issue, everyone is focused on the health of Boykin after he tries out for the Dallas Cowboys.

According to Clarence Hill on Twitter, Boykin said that he was just fine.

Brandon Boykin said his work out with the Cowboys went fine. He hopes to sign with the team. He said he has no injury issues. — Clarence Hill (@clarencehilljr) June 8, 2016

While not an outright denial of the hip issue, Boykin’s comments make it pretty clear where he stands on the issue. However, with some calling it career threatening, he would do well to deny it until it is proven if he plans on getting a contract anywhere.

Jan 17, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Denver Broncos running back C.J. Anderson (22) runs against Pittsburgh Steelers defensive back Brandon Boykin (25) during the fourth quarter of the AFC Divisional round playoff game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports Jan 17, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers defensive back Brandon Boykin (25) looks to break up a pass intended for Denver Broncos wide receiver Bennie Fowler (16) in the second quarter in an AFC Divisional round playoff game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports Dec 28, 2014; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Brandon Boykin (22) breaks up a pass intended for New York Giants wide receiver Odell Beckham (13) during the game at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports Dec 20, 2014; Landover, MD, USA; Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III (10) throws the ball to Redskins tight end Jordan Reed (86) as Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Brandon Boykin (22) defends in the fourth quarter at FedEx Field. The Redskins won 27-24. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports Nov 10, 2014; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Brandon Boykin (22) breaks up pass intended for Carolina Panthers wide receiver Jerricho Cotchery (82) during the second quarter at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports Nov 10, 2014; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Brandon Boykin (22) breaks up pass intended for Carolina Panthers wide receiver Jerricho Cotchery (82) during the second quarter at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports Dec 29, 2013; Arlington, TX, USA; Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Brandon Boykin (22) celebrates with running back LeSean McCoy (25) after the game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. The Eagle beat the Cowboys 24-22. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports Dec 29, 2013; Arlington, TX, USA; Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Jason Avant (81) and cornerback Brandon Boykin (22) celebrate on the sidelines in the fourth quarter of the game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. The Eagle beat the Cowboys 24-22. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports Dec 29, 2013; Arlington, TX, USA; Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Brandon Boykin (22) celebrates with his teammates on the field after making an interception in the fourth quarter against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. The Eagle beat the Cowboys 24-22. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports Dec 29, 2013; Arlington, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys receiver Dez Bryant (88) can not make a catch against Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Brandon Boykin (22) in the third quarter at AT&T Stadium. The Eagles beat the Cowboys 24-22. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports

He told Brandon George of Dallas Morning News that the Panthers let him go due to their rookies.

CB Brandon Boykin on Carolina: "They drafted 3 corners and decided to go with young guys. It's really been an unfortunate offseason for me." — Brandon George (@DMN_George) June 8, 2016

While he could have been insurance for the Panthers during the 2016 NFL draft, or it could be the hip issue as the reason Carolina let him go, it’s clear that something isn’t quite right.

It is telling that after being let go by the Panthers, Boykin had tryouts with the Atlanta Falcons and Dallas Cowboys, with both teams not signing him. As a veteran cornerback that has special teams experience and can play well as a nickel corner, you’d figure that his stock would be as high as possible unless there really was something wrong.