Panthers' Morgan Lights Up Draft with Talent

0:00It's April 25th. This is NFL News Today, AI-powered stories from around the league. I'm Cory with the story. Panthers GM Dan Morgan is on fire with his 2026 draft. He snagged George's Monroe Freeling, a top left tackle, right at the 19th overall pick on day 1. Then on day 2, he traded up in the second round for defensive tackle Lee Hunter and grabbed Speedy-Wide receiver Chris Brazel the second in the third. Fans building a solid foundation early, focusing on trenches and speed to boost the offense and defense. These moves show he's eyeing immediate starters with high upside, just like his aggressive style from the jump. Fans are buzzing about how this shores of weaknesses, especially after last season struggles at safety and linebacker. It's got that homegrown vibe too, dipping into nearby schools for talent that fits Carolina scheme. Day 3 mocks have them adding South Carolina safety Jaylon Kilgore in the 4th at pick 119 Grey Ballhawk with 8 college picks.

1:02Fifth round via Minnesota brings TCU linebacker Caleb Alarms, or at 158, a tackling machine with top athletic scores. They wrap with Kentucky center Jager Burton and Houston tied in Tanner Cossio in the 6th Versatile Lyman in a big receiving thread with over 1,000 yards lately. Morgan Squad looks stacked for the long haul.