Panthers Trade for Center Sam Hecht

0:00It's April 25th. This is NFL News Today, powered by AI tracking teams, players and standings. The Carolina Panthers kept building their offensive line on day 3 of the 2026 NFL draft, snagging Kansas State Center Sam Hecht with the 144th overall pick. That selection came from a trade earlier with the Chicago Bears, who sent this pick plus number 129 to Carolina in exchange for. It's 124 and 166th. Hecht wrapped up five strong years with the Wildcats, earning first team all big 12 honors in 2025 after starting all 12 games. At center. This 6 foot 4, 303 pound B steps, right into competition for the starting center spot against free agent addition, Luke. Fordner. Panthers still hold two picks left, number 158 in the 5th round and number 200 in the 6th. To expect more moves to, shore up the roster soon.