Panthers Draft Monroe Freeling: New Tackle, New Competition

0:00On April 24th, Panthers just snagged first round offensive tackle Monroe Freeling, a 21-year-old beast at 6 foot 7 with arms measuring, 34 and 3-quarters inches long. He blazed a 4.9-340-yard dash at the combine, bringing elite athleticism to a line that's starving for long-term firepower. Their cart set up lackstability, with veteran right tackle Taylor Martin hitting 32 during training camp, and only locked in past this. Season. Leftside has ECM equinoe recovering from a torn patellar tendon, plus Rashid Walker on a one-year deal after free agency. Coaches and the GM are buzzing about injecting competition into the room, praising Freeling's size and speed as the top talent they targeted. They brought in specialized line coaches from Tampa to develop guys like him right away. Now they'll throw them into the mix to battle for a spot. No promises on position or side. Even floated using his frame at tight end, if the tackle gigs don't pan out.

1:00This draft move challenges the whole roster, setting up Freeling to Carbis Path before the real game's hit.