Panthers Host QB Diego Pavia for Future Depth

0:00It's April 7th. Welcome to NFL News Today, powered by AI and Ready for Kickoff. The Carolina Panthers are eyeing more quarterback dev for the future, hosting Vanderbilt's Diego Pavia on a visit Tuesday. He's ranked as the 240 second overall prospect and 11th quarterback available in the 2026 draft, with Bryce Young locked in as the starter through his fifth year option in 2027 and Kenny Pickett just on a one-year backup deal. They're thinking ahead. Coach Dave Canalis has made it clear they're building the offense around Young, tweaking schemes to fit his strengths and adding players who. Complement him. No doubts there. It's all about how they move forward with him leading the charge. Pavia stands five foot ten and three quarters inches tall, weighs 207 pounds, with a solid arm but concerns over his size. He brings 49 college starts in average 66 rushing yards per game last season, though Scouts wonder if that translates to the pros. Still, his arm talent and velocity make him intriguing as a late round guy, maybe six

1:03or seventh round, the Panthers hold two fifth round picks at 158 and 159, plus a sixth at 200, perfect range to snag, someone like him. With Pickett's deal expiring soon, this visit could signal they're scouting a long-term backup option. With Pavia impresses, he might slot in behind Young and Pickett, helping stabilize the room as Carolina pushes forward with their young star.