The Carolina Panthers had a busy free agency eve. They made six moves Monday, and while none were earth-shattering, some will help fill in key spots.In total, the Panthers have handed out nine contracts–not including TE Greg Olsen’s extension–before Tuesday’s free agency kickoff. That’s four more than up to this point last season and six more than in 2013.Here’s a recap of Monday’s moves:WR Ted Ginn, free agent, 2-year contract: The Panthers beat out multiple teams for Ginn, including his hometown Browns. It’s not a marquee signing, but it means Carolina won’t have to reach for a returner/speed receiver during free agency or the draft. That doesn’t mean they’re done searching for wideouts, but Ginn lets them check off a couple boxes before free agency even begins.RB Fozzy Whittaker, exclusive rights free agent, 2-year contract: While general manager Dave Gettleman made an error that lost the Panthers RB Tyler Gaffney last July, Whittaker’s emergence should help ease the pain. Whittaker was who Gettleman brought in after he put Gaffney on waivers and before the Patriots ‘stole’ the sixth-rounder. With DeAngelo Williams on his way out, Whittaker moves up a rung on the depth chart. The Panthers could add a back in the next couple weeks or months, but Whittaker is Jonathan Stewart’s backup for now.QB Joe Webb, would-have-been unrestricted free agent, 1-year contract: Webb’s versatility is key, but this could be a chemistry thing, too. He became good friends with QB Cam Newton and WR Corey Brown last year, an example of relationships the Panthers are hoping blossom in their locker room. Gettleman wasn’t a fan of keeping three quarterbacks on the roster before he used Webb as Newton insurance last year, so Webb isn’t guaranteed a spot come Week 1. But his ability to help out on special teams and receiver made him a worthwhile re-signing.WR Brenton Bersin, exclusive rights free agent, 1-year contract: He went from a feel-good story to a guy Panthers fans feared whenever he stepped on the field. Bersin never looked comfortable as a punt returner, but to be fair, he was never supposed to be a real option for that role. With Ginn already in the mix and one or two receivers sure to be added by training camp, Bersin faces another fight to make the roster.C Brian Folkerts, exclusive rights free agent, 1-year contract: Bersin’s hair-cutting buddy has played only 55 snaps on offense in two seasons. But he can play both center and guard, and the Panthers value guys with that kind of versatility.LB Ben Jacobs, exclusive rights free agent, 1-year contract: His biggest moment last year came when he botched an assignment that led to a blocked punt in Minnesota, but the coaching staff appreciated how he immediately took ownership of the mistake. He went from practice squad in 2013 to a depth guy in 2014, and that’s likely his ceiling.