Panthers Snag King for Short-Yardage Threat

0:00It's April 27, NFL news today starts now, AI-powered and game ready. I'm Cory with the story. The Carolina Panthers move fast after the 2026 NFL draft ended, snapping up Georgia Tech quarterback Haynes King as an undrafted, free agent. King stands out because he's built for short yardage situations, something Bryce Young just can't handle due to his size. Young scrambles well in open space, but won't power through for those tough yards from under center or shotgun, so the Panthers skip plays like the. Tush push. King dominated as one of college football's top wrestlers in 2025 across all positions, and he's solid enough as a passer-to-stick, around Hmong term. This could carve out a specialty role for him right away as a rookie, keeping defenses guessing and boosting his shot at the roster or practice squad, which changes the game for their quarterback room.