Carolina Panthers and Tight End's (Should we draft a Tight End?)

[Panthercougar68]

For Rivera's all around TE, when it comes time to block Williams and Green both lack in that category. I want either Thomas, Stocker, Cameron, or Kendricks in no particular order.

[Stumpy]

Jordan Cameron

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[JawnyBlaze]

Kendrick's is not small he is 6-4, 241 lbs. and overall probably one of if not the best tight end in the class just. The Panthers just don't need to use a pick on a tight end that early.

As far as Housler goes, if he can beef up and put on some weight he would be a big asset.

I was thinking Kendrick was similar size as Williams, I guess 6'4 241 isn't too small but the four I like (Rudolph, Thomas, Cameron, Stocker) are all bigger. Thomas and Cameron are more athletic and Rudolph is just a stud. My interest in Stocker is falling, but I still wouldn't be upset if we got him a little later.

[jramsey4]

Cameron is the only TE I would draft, he's this years version of Jimmy Graham. He's going to be a beast. Expect him to go somewhere in the 3rd.

[CarolinaPanthers8789]

The only reason I brought this particular topic up is because with no CBA in place (meaning we can't resign players) the Panthers may be forced into taking a tight end based on the indication that only two are on the roster.

Now as far as the guys I really like, I am essentially down to two guys. I would either like Lance Kendricks at the end of the third with our compensatory pick or take Collin Franklin with our compensatory pick in the 7th.

I am sold on Kendricks if the coaches believe that Barnidge is nothing better than a career backup. However, if the coaches believe Barnidge is starter material, than I like Franklin who will be a solid backup in the NFL in my opinion

My ideal depth chart for the tight end position next year.

Option 1

1. Jeremy Shockey

2. Lance Kendricks

3. Gary Barnidge

Option 2

1. Jeremy Shockey

2. Gary Barnidge

3. Collin Franklin

[CarolinaPanthers8789]

This really submits my supporting of Kendrick's.

[Marguide]

Assuming we could get a good DT with our early 3rd rounder, Kendricks would be nice late 3rd.

[CarolinaPanthers8789]

He plays like a huge wide out with better blocking skills.

[jasonluckydog]

I wouldnt even consider a TE until the 7th just for depth we have more pressing needs.