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Carolina Draft Picks
Ikem
Ekwonu
1
Rnd
6
Pk
OT
Position
- Draft Grade: B-
- Pre-Draft Rank: 2
- School: N.C. State
- Height: 6' 4"
- Weight: 320
Eric Edholm's Commentary
The Charlotte native will save on moving costs. And the Panthers clearly made the smart move here, taking OL help over reaching for a QB. Ekwonu’s pass protection, despite taking a jump in 2021, remains unrefined. But his upside is very high, starting with his pile-driving run blocking. He’s also a smart, charismatic young man with a great work ethic.
Matt
Corral
3
Rnd
31
Pk
QB
Position
- Draft Grade: B-
- Pre-Draft Rank: 43
- School: Mississippi
- Height: 6' 2"
- Weight: 205
Eric Edholm's Commentary
The Panthers moved up for a quarterback as speculation of a Baker Mayfield trade teetering started to surface. The Panthers might still make a deal for a veteran, as Corral can't be counted on to beat out Sam Darnold early on. But there are redeeming qualities to Corral's skills, both as a runner and thrower, if he can keep maturing and remain grounded. Then again, he could be the next Will Greer. A boom/bust pick, but it's late in Round 3. Carolina was willing to take the risk here.
Brandon
Smith
4
Rnd
15
Pk
LB
Position
- Pre-Draft Rank: 168
- School: Penn St.
Amare
Barno
6
Rnd
10
Pk
EDGE
Position
- School: Virginia Tech
- Height: 6' 5"
- Weight: 246
Cade
Mays
6
Rnd
20
Pk
OT
Position
- Pre-Draft Rank: 199
- School: Georgia
- Height: 6' 5"
- Weight: 311
Kalon
Barnes
7
Rnd
21
Pk
CB
Position
- School: Baylor
- Height: 5' 11"
- Weight: 183
NFC South Table
| W | L | T | Pct | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 4 | 0 | .765 | |
| 9 | 8 | 0 | .529 | |
| 7 | 10 | 0 | .412 | |
| 5 | 12 | 0 | .294 |
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