2026 NFL Combine Thread: 2.26.26 - 3.1.26

[Jon Snow]

Anyone know who the Panthers met with today?

[firefox1234]

26 minutes ago, Jon Snow said:

Anyone know who the Panthers met with today?

 

[Aussie Tank]

2 minutes ago, firefox1234 said:

 

Your doing great work mate very much appreciated 

[firefox1234]

This class of defensive backs are all track stars.

[Jon Snow]

6 minutes ago, firefox1234 said:

This class of defensive backs are all track stars.

The common theme is they are all fast. 

[firefox1234]

 

[firefox1234]

This is really the perfect draft for defense.

[jfra78]

41 minutes ago, firefox1234 said:

 

But does he have great anticipation?

[MHS831]

41 minutes ago, firefox1234 said:

This class of defensive backs are all track stars.

Yes. I really like the group--Dillion Thieneman (ore) is a player I would consider in the first round (QB for the DBs), later?  Bud Clark (TCU), Taafe (Texas), and McNeil-Warren (Toledo).  I know many of us are thinking Edge, LB, or OT in round 1 but we could eliminate or reduce those needs in free agency

I still like Golday (LB, Cincinnati) but I think Kyle Louis is pretty awesome looking--I think he is a bit short, but beason and Mills were a bit short too.  (Beason is listed at 6 feet, Mills was a few inches shorter).  

[MHS831]

21 hours ago, LinvilleGorge said:

Penix had ridiculous production while Richardson and Levis had ridiculous physical tools. Simpson just seems very average across the board as an NFL prospect. He's just enjoying that "Bama bump" - Bryce also falls into that category. 

Until he hit that slump, my argument was stronger.  I can say that the Bama Bump is perhaps not as substantial as it was before--but your points are valid.  My point is based on a strong throwing performance at the combine--which is not more important than the film.  if he throws well, I will bet that he goes in round 1.

[MHS831]

1 hour ago, firefox1234 said:

 

dumb question but I don't know the answer:  What is an "informal meeting" (aside from what it means literally) and what makes it different from "formal meeting?"  I don't know how to ask the question--but I guess I am wondering why an informal meeting is news, or if they were really interested, why not a formal meeting?  

 

[MHS831]

22 hours ago, strato said:

He is tearing it up. I want to look closer at Anthony Hill Jr. 

I am a Golday fan, but Kyle Louis is a smallish stud.

[MHS831]

At the 2026 NFL Combine, the Carolina Panthers, led by GM Dan Morgan, are evaluating a deep draft class with a 600-player board, specifically targeting defensive upgrades and offensive playmakers

. Key reported formal interviews include LB Sonny Styles (Ohio State) and DE Keldric Faulk (Auburn), while also considering safety Caleb Downs and WR KC Concepcion. 

AI Reported 2026 Combine Meetings/Visits:

• LB Sonny Styles (Ohio State): Confirmed formal interview with the Panthers.
• DE Keldric Faulk (Auburn): Confirmed formal interview with the Panthers.
• S Caleb Downs (Ohio State): Linked as a high-priority target for defensive improvement.
• WR KC Concepcion (NC State): Expressed interest in joining the organization, with the team highly aware of him, according to Carolina Panthers. 

Draft Focus and Strategy:

• Defensive Focus: The team is searching for defensive upgrades, particularly a long-term answer at linebacker to continue the legacy of Sam Mills and Luke Kuechly.
• Draft Board Depth: The Panthers entered the combine with 600 prospects on their board, as stated by GM Dan Morgan.
• Offensive Needs: Despite having the 2025 Offensive Rookie of the Year in Tetairoa McMillan, they are exploring receivers to boost the passing game. 

[flagfootballcoach28]

I wouldn’t complain if we drafted Dillon Thieneman at #19 and finally fix the FS black hole we’ve had for so long. He’s a natural cover 3 FS.