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1 minute ago, BrianS said:

I know you think you're being funny, but seriously, if we didn't have so many problems on defense that guy would absolutely be a candidate at 8.  He's a really, really good player and would give us a legit WEAPON at TE.  Sanders is great downfield - no doubt - but Warren actually blocks.  He's not a GREAT blocker, but he gives excellent effort.  And as a receiver . . . man, he just makes plays.

I don't see us pulling the trigger, especially with Sanders on the roster and Tremble returning.  But Warren is worthy of a top 10 pick.

He might still be

never know…if he is there

the  raiders arent sad about brock browers

id take him who helps his young qb and the oline too and the receivers 

vs a maybe DE that is liked by a possible short term DC in a scheme that might change when he leaves and make mo mistake, he is leaving 

but im different in that view than most on here

27 minutes ago, WarPanthers89 said:

Let’s all rejoice together. It’s finally over……

Praise the good Lord

I guess, where im at, is simply this

a player in the top 10 of rd 1 should be a starter…not a project, not potential, a starter,

….not someone with question marks about injuries, character  or motor 

…the film doesn’t lie…RAS scores do…RAS is part of the eval…but it is the film that tells the story

…as this is the top 10 of the best players in college football that grade well in transition to nfl

your  team should be instantly better by the addition

yes, I understand qb is the exception as it is the hardest position on the nfl to play  im  not talking qb here.

If the best player is that TE, take him…if it’s the DT and he is there, take him and don’t look back

from Thursday’s Athletic Mock
 

8. Carolina Panthers: Mykel Williams, Edge, Georgia

After considering offers from the Steelers for George Pickens and Minkah Fitzpatrick, the Panthers stay put and are the first team to draft a Georgia defender (in part because the Eagles aren’t picking until 32). Using a top-10 pick on a player with minimal production in college is a risk, no matter Williams’ physical gifts (which are many). But the Panthers are banking on big upside from one of the youngest players in the draft – one whose final season at Georgia was slowed by a high ankle sprain. Williams’ best games came against top competition: He had two sacks in a victory over then-No. 1 Texas, two more sacks in the SEC Championship triumph over Texas and three pressures in an opening-week win versus Clemson when he initially hurt his ankle. — Joseph Person

On 3/20/2025 at 8:53 PM, MHS831 said:

I watched a lot of film on Mykel Williams--hours and hours of video footage if you include the ads.   Here was my take:  He is a guy who, in college, could hold his ground inside at the 4i.  He did a lot of run stuffing and loop stunting toward the center in that role, and he was effective. His initial move, probably based on this role, is the swim technique--which is more of an IDL technique. I tried to focus on him from the 9 technique, and he did not let the OTs get their hands on him.  As a 9 tech, I saw some quick jumps and some where he seemed confused or slow.  I did not see a lot of spinning, but he seemed very concerned about the run.  In fact, I get the feeling that he was a run-first, then move to the QB.  Occasionally he got to pin his ears back and he was aggressive with violent hands, but it did not seem to be his main thing.  While some are calling him raw, I agree if from the 9 tech is our only concern.  But he was nasty inside and as a pass rusher and he holds the edge very well.  Now, last year, we gave up a ton of rushing yards on cutbacks. MW stays at home and is disciplined.  Do I see him as the #8 pick?  I have little faith Evero will use him correctly---which is also my concern about Walker, his teammate. He was often the DE in a 3-3-5, with the OLBs outside him on the LOS-and he had outside contain.  Even though he played inside the OT, the rush edge runs through the OT's hip, preventing Williams from being hooked.  Williams then established the edge and would then take a proper angle, depending on the play.  If the play goes away (run) you can tell that his responsibility is to close down the edge without over pursuit, watching for reverse, counter, bootlegs, and cutbacks. I saw him getting a lot of attention from RBs in pass pro, and a few teams doubled him a lot.  However, he was not in on a lot of tackles, and that may be because he was left on an island quite a bit.  15 solo tackles (5 vs Mass) for a complete season is curious to me.  I don't see top 10 stats, but I see a guy who knew his responsibilities.   

From this perspective, I understand why he only had 5 sacks. I think they feel if he stays outside as a 9, they could get the most out of him--with the ability to rush inside and give the Panthers 3 edges on passing downs.  I get it, but it is a gamble.  It seems UGA liked their swiss army knives.

From the Athletic on Thursday

8. Carolina Panthers: Mykel Williams, Edge, Georgia

After considering offers from the Steelers for George Pickens and Minkah Fitzpatrick, the Panthers stay put and are the first team to draft a Georgia defender (in part because the Eagles aren’t picking until 32). Using a top-10 pick on a player with minimal production in college is a risk, no matter Williams’ physical gifts (which are many). But the Panthers are banking on big upside from one of the youngest players in the draft – one whose final season at Georgia was slowed by a high ankle sprain. Williams’ best games came against top competition: He had two sacks in a victory over then-No. 1 Texas, two more sacks in the SEC Championship triumph over Texas and three pressures in an opening-week win versus Clemson when he initially hurt his ankle. — Joseph Person

6 hours ago, rodeo said:

Despite the Huddle being in love with the term, the Panthers don't really do smokescreens. If there's a leak we're interested, Mykel is probably the pick.

Yep

honestly, not sure I want Evero making the pick or influencing the pick either…doubtful that he is here next year and wasn’t he pounding  the table to trade up for DJ (might’ve been Baron, I forget,  but both Baron and DJ are forgettable in any case )

as much as they need an Edge, rd 1 pick, particularly a top 10 pick,  needs to be a starter imho. I don’t care if it’s Warren, just be an immediate contributor that makes the team better 

51 minutes ago, Loyalty4Life said:

XL runs a 4.39 in the 40 yard dash.

Guess I should have added not have hands of stone 
 

The Panthers offense needs speed at the WR position

they don’t have it

if they trade, or draft someone, who does not have that, to take the  over the top  off the defense, it is of no value 

right now, they have possession receivers, add that speed receiver and that offense can take off

Evero, and his somewhat changed staff,  needs to perform this year

’historically bad’ a bridge too far for me

We could just be excited that the current Gm and coach have a plan and are doing their best to execute it

pro sports is about money. So is college

We know Jaycee has an injury history 

..but, as I understand it, his not covering the top receiver has everything to do with Evero’s scheme, a scheme Jaycee has been more than frustrated by…we wants to move and follow the top receivers but that is not what Evero does

…know whether that is caused by poor backfield play by the safeties, who knows but that’s what has been said by Jaycee and analysts 

Just posted in separate thread

9 minutes ago, Proudiddy said:

Tommy is a fuging DAWG.  When healthy, he makes fuging plays.  And not just any plays, he will beat the man in front of him, more often than not.  He takes pride in his play.  How many fuging TDs does he have off of handoffs?  I feel like it’s been 2 or 3, maybe more…. It’s because he’s a fuging playmaker and has been stuck in dysfunctional ass offenses from the day he was drafted.  He makes plays, he just needs stability around him to really shine…  this isn’t the same as Ian.  Everyone was waiting for Ian to show what Tremble already has based off his measurables and perceived ability bc of them.  Tremble has already shown the ability to make plays when everything around him is poo.  He needs the rest of the offense and coaching to shore up around him so he can take the next step.  Glad he’s coming back.

I am with you 

…some people just try and take the joy out of every fuging thing

16 hours ago, TheSpecialJuan said:

 

 

Love Tommy…since his ND days

glad he is back

he has a coaching staff that knows how to use him…here’s to a healthy productive 2025 

Chiefs' Xavier Worthy arrested on felony domestic violence charge

Adam TeicherMar 8, 2025, 10:58 AM ET

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Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Xavier Worthy was arrested Friday night in Williamson County, Texas, on a charge of assault of a family or house member and impeding the breathing or circulation.

Worthy, 21, was booked into jail Friday night by the Williamson Sheriff's Office. Online records did not have any details of the arrest or list an attorney for Worthy, who had not posted bond as of Saturday morning.

The Chiefs said they were aware of Worthy's arrest and gathering information.

In Texas, impeding a family member's breathing or circulation is a third-degree felony and punishable by two to 10 years in prison and a $10,000 fine.

Worthy was the Chiefs' first-round draft pick in 2024. He caught 59 passes for 638 yards and scored nine touchdowns as a rookie.

Information from The Associated Press was used in this report.

5 hours ago, theinstrumental said:

That would be a second-rounder on Brooks, whatever pick we use on Skattebo, and another pick on a faster back. That’s a lot to dump into the running back room, and that doesn’t even include the deal for Chuba. 

yes brooks is done for 2025 

however, There is free agency. There are June 1 cuts.  There are cuts in Sept

it doesn’t have to be all  or nothing  

19 minutes ago, theinstrumental said:

Hand-timed at a pro day. It doesn’t show up on the field. I think the point remains.

Nothing says they can’t find a shiftier back and have this kid as the backup and heir apparent to Chuba 

I shared the info as many people on the board are fans of his 

who knows what they will do but at least they know they need to update the backs if at all possible 

when Chuba is out, it doesn’t typically end well

4 minutes ago, Jon Snow said:

If Dan takes a TE at 8 it will be the downfall of his career. Book it.

You know how I feel

lines make pro football

build from front back

DC typically says the same glowing things about every one of top candidates 

I could see him doing it as the guy can block, catch, run but he will go defense

If mason is there. Run to that podium . Put the card in and then thank jesus for the franchise’s good fortune 

8 minutes ago, Camp Fodder said:

Warren could be the pick

I swear…im starting  to think so