Panthers Target Speedy DB in Round 2

0:00It's April 9th. You're listening to NFL News today, AI-powered football coverage. I'm Cory with the story. Carolina Panthers are gearing up for the 2026 NFL Draft, set to grab an offensive playmaker with their 19th overall pick to boost. Quarterback Bryce Young. Teams around the league see them targeting a top-wide receiver or the class's best tied in to stack more weapons around him. Sources say adding speed in hands for Young is a must, and they might snag a receiver for the third-stray year in Round 1. That sets them up nicely to pivot to defense on day 2. The Panthers hosted Arizona defensive back trade-in Stukes on a pre-draft visit this week, eyeing him right at their 51st pick spot. He's a versatile corner who can slide into nickel or even safety rolls, filling a gap they missed in free agency. Stukes stands out with sharp instincts, ball-hawking skills, and the ability to play multiple spots without dropping off. Despite some injury concerns and his walk-on roots, his tape screams high-value, making

1:01him a steal in Round 2. Pairing him with their current secondary crew like JC Horn, would lock down the back-end, capping a strong off-season for GM Dan Morgan and kicking off the draft on a high note.