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9 hours ago, Shocker said:

I don’t want KC personally but I do like Cooper

Drops?  9% is not good.

9% drops?  That scares me.  However, the average in the NFL (drops) is around 6.5%.  Having played in college with a variety of QBs (practice--we had 9 qbs during the 2 years I played), I can say some throw an easier to catch ball than others.  Personally, I see his stock rising and it seems by April 23, he might be a top 15 pick. 

12 hours ago, Khyber53 said:

I want something else, but I've got to say I think we grab an OT in the first. We are looking at future issues at OT on both sides of the line after this season (and that's IF there are no further injuries). If Icky can come back, he's going to be somewhat expensive. Moton is winding down his career (and I hate to see him go, but his cost vs value curve is tightening up about as fast as his sciatica is on Monday mornings). 

In a perfect world, we grab the best OT available and let him learn behind Rasheed Walker, Moton and the rest of our experienced linemen. If Icky comes back next year or late this season, that's great. If not, and Walker proves to be too expensive, we have our guy in place. If Icky does come back, we slide the guy to OT and move ahead, with five years of reasonable costs for OT.

If I had my drothers, though, I want a TE or MLB right off the bat, the best one available. 

Just not another WR.  We need to let our current trio cook a bit more. I'm not completely given up on XL. Third season tells the tale on WRs and he deserves at least that.

Plus, on first rounders, grab someone who is involved in either every offensive or defensive play. Get the mileage guys here.

This is the best reason for drafting a T--Moton's knee is also a big concern for me--I am not sure if it is still justified, but leg injuries for big men can be degenerative.  I have argued against it--I think Morgan will think it has been addressed and will draft a Late-round OT with upside.  Forsythe?  What the hell was that? 

I am leaning WR (guessing what they might do) because they really don't have a Z WR, based on Cosell's description of the position. TE is in play.  DT is in play.  The thing I am most confident about?  LB in round 2.

7 minutes ago, csx said:

I have no idea what thet will do. My guess is they will bring in the #19 prospects for official visits soon and what we've seen are trade situation prospects.

Tetairoa visited mid April last year.

I think they wanted to dispell the rumors of his work ethic, but that is speculation.  Interesting point.  I am thinking (right now) that they might go WR again.  

33 minutes ago, DaveThePanther2008 said:

I really think that we are going BPA.  I would like an OT but, it really is going to come down to the best player.  Especially if it any one of the primary needs.

Personally, I have argued that the pick is probably unlikely to be an OT in an effort to read the tea leaves, but I am an OL fanatic and would get it. By now, they probably have info about Ickey and I think the decision will be based on the likelihood of his return to form by 2027.  

Thanks to Cosell, I am more inclined to lean towards the Z WR and Concepcion or Cooper.  After he explained it, I felt that it is a need.  

DT could easily be the pick.  Who did we get to replace Robinson?  I think any GM looks to upgrade a position, not simply replace.  That would suggest an early draft pick, maybe?

I am not happy about having Scott back.  Please tell me that was a depth move.  

When it comes to TE, I pray we don't love Sadiq.  

I doubt it is a CB, C, or Edge, but if an elite CB or Edge fell to us....(to your point).

I think we could try to trade back if there is a market.

11 minutes ago, SCMunnerlyn1 said:

I dont have my finger on the pulse like I did in my 20s where i know all the prospects. But I seem to recall most of the time the best center available is usually mid 1st to early 2nd so its right there if thats what we wanna do. I think something OL needs to be the pick regardless of position. 

There are some guards and OTs with short arms that project to C, so it is difficult to know--Heck, the RT from Utah I think, who was considered a mid first rounder, is now being discussed as a G or C because his arms are 32" or so.

I was down on TMac.  Work ethic.  I wanted Golden.  Golden got hurt and had 360 yards.  

I did predict WR, however. 

8 minutes ago, SCMunnerlyn1 said:

I went center but its more of a what I want them to pick. 

Who did you have in mind? 

16 minutes ago, Basbear said:

Even a tiger WR in the thick for me, I mean 2nd or 3rd for this guy. Heres a fluff vid and he's what the Panthers need in the slot....

 

Forgot about him.  I am not in april shape.

16 minutes ago, Basbear said:

That and If there's a strong 50/50 split among two important groups. UDFA that's some brownie points, I heard " They were the only team to give me a 30, so I had to come here" Why not, what bugs me is each year they only use 27-28, Id make sure each year 30. Plus I would wear out the local loophole.

 

How about this- the record falls this year!! Panthers will draft a tiger, witness me!!

 

I had the same thought--there are 4-5 Tigers they could use--DT, Edge, RT, (I don't want to say QB, but) QB.  Tex AM seems solid in areas of need. Last week I might have said Oregon. Of course, Ohio State's entire roster will be drafted before 19...but if one falls....

so where do you scholars go for your draft info?  I don't really read much more than you guys because other sources know less than we do---I can say that I think a few of these draft gurus have some inside info, but nothing great.  

I used to talk to Brandon Bean-we are both from Stanly County (both knew each other from S Stanly High)-but he would basically share his opinion and it did not usually match Hurney's views.  He did tell me that MH followed the coaches recommendations for the most part--and Richardson would ask questions about the prospects he liked but would never tell anyone who to take.  Thats about it.  Point?  If they trust you with the information, you can guess with more accuracy.

As of 8:08 PM:

13 people say defensive back

12 people say TE or WR

11 people say OT

12 people say DT/DE

4 people say LB (Probably because round 2 is where the LBs live)

I dropped this and igored it for several hours. It is pretty balanced. 

2 hours ago, Basbear said:

Rest easy, they have looked at every single draft eligible player. 

If I were a GM, I would use most of the 30 visits to recruit UDFA candidates.  Telegraph nothing.

2 minutes ago, TD alt said:

If Concepcion is nothing else, he's a hard guy to project, and profiles may appear to be all over the place in some respects, but he is probably the most purely explosive receiver in the draft. Based upon potential, he will be a steal for someone if he lives up to it.

Cosell's bit about the Z WR makes a strong case for Concepcion's skill set here.  It makes sense.

I am not trying to be mean, but Concepcion has a pretty severe stutter.  It is a serious problem.  But with XL on the roster, let's hope they never become captains.  the coin toss would take 30 minutes.  

OK, I am punishing myself by suspending all MHS posts for 2 hours.  I was wrong.

17 minutes ago, XClown1986 said:

 

Here is what I see (and you can determine what it means):  Seems to be a lot of early-round attention at WR and LB. 

At WR, the Z-WR (off ball, lined up on TE side, goes in motion a lot.  Can cause mismatches) seems to be the focus.  We really don't have one with Coker or XL.  I have a feeling that Concepcion or Cooper are high on the board.  This tells me they are going to grab a WR early--probably in round 1.

Linebacker is most obviously and certainly the second round pick.  Rodgriquez, Hill, or Golday.

The fact that there is no contact with a Center is interesting, but there are guards.  Chase Bisontis is an interesting name that stands out.  Carver Willis is a short-armed OT that could be a swing T, G, or....C.  He is very good at run blocking. 

OT?  If we are drafting a T early, they sure are keeping it close to the vest.  Visits do not mean interest--it could mean they want a closer look.  Still, No top OTs, No top Centers--what is going on?  This is going to be interesting.

Safety--This is interesting because the talk is that Smiith-Wade might move to FS-but that does not explain why the CBs on this list are unimpressive.  The Safeties they have listed are day 2 players, fwiw, and both were 30 visits.

Edge--bottom of the roster guys.

If I were to guess, based on this, here is what I would wager:  

There would be a high probability of a trade back from 19.  Watch a team moving up for bama QB Simpson.

• Round 1: WR--Concepcion and Cooper both project to late first rounders.  Both are perfect fits for the Z WR (the WR that is not on the line of scrimmage outside the TE)  We don't have that guy right now.   I think we think the offense opens up with a strong Z WR.  MHS Prediction:  Cooper.
• Round 2:  LB--Hill, Golday, and Rodriguez are second-rounders.  One of them will be a Panther.  If we trade back, we could move up for a S.  MHS Prediction:  Rodriguez.

NOTE: Bisontis (C) and McDonald (DT) are wild cards--if either drop in round 2, we take them and move up back into the second for the LB.  If not, we draft the LB and move back up for Haulsy (S) so we have 4 starting-caliber players on days 1 and 2.  

Day 3: TE (Delp is my guess), OT (Travis Burke is my guess), CB, and DT.

Thanks X Clown--we need fresh info to keep us from arguing about crap when both sides are wrong..

13 hours ago, rodeo said:

Matt Corral is in the UFL throwing punt return style picks

https://www.twitter.com/primetimecar/status/2040923693300199520

Fittermagic.  He was the absolute worst GM I have ever seen--worse than Matt Millen.

What say ye?

On 4/3/2026 at 11:20 AM, jfra78 said:

Fixed it for you

17 hours ago, Daddy_Uncle said:

Yasss I was just about to comment that we need more glitter

Too much would be tacky--so  I tried to strike a tasteful balance.

38 minutes ago, 45catfan said:

So the two guys I originally wanted all the way back in December, that were projected around pick 20 are now mocked to go #3 and #5 overall; Bailey and Styles, respectively.  Go figure.

It means you have a good eye and are in the wrong business.

On 4/3/2026 at 6:48 PM, Jon Snow said:

"If he can stay healthy". Let that sink in for a minute and tell me that sounds like a first round pick. 

Exactly--"Durability is the major concern. He has a history of injuries, including a torn ACL, MCL, and PCL from his time at Colorado, and has never played a full season at the collegiate level."

How did it work with Brooks?  For their needs (Coker, Legette, and TMac are larger WRs), Concepcion (Z Receiver who can play slot) makes more sense.  But when I see Carnell Tate falling to 16--for the record, I would not take Concepcion if trading back is an option.  I am thinking we should let teams know who might be interested in the draft's QB 2 that we are open for business.

Note that they have the Panthers NOT taking Freeling (OT) or Thienemen (S) or the DTs McDonald or Woods.  The draft, to me, seems to drop off around the 14th pick--trade back if you can.

Much appreciated, TD--you have been bringing it lately.  I give credit when it is due.  I like Hurst too--if we don't take Concepcion. 

A WR might cause the Huddle to erupt.  I see us getting a LB in round 2 and I guess we could go DT in round 3--

I see a CB in there somewhere.