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Which Panthers player is most likely to make his 1st Pro Bowl this season?
Which of the Panthers' promising youngsters has the best chance at making their first Pro Bowl this season?
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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 Standings
| W | L | T | Pct | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 4 | 0 | .765 | |
| 9 | 8 | 0 | .529 | |
| 7 | 10 | 0 | .412 | |
| 5 | 12 | 0 | .294 |
- y
- - Clinched Division
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