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Panthers Draft OPOY & Parsons in Mock Re-Draft
2 Jul
Summary
- Carolina Panthers selected Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Offensive Player of the Year, 19th overall.
- Micah Parsons was also drafted by the Panthers in Round 2 at pick 46.
- Rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza was selected in Round 3, pick 83.
A hypothetical seven-round, win-now re-draft places prominent NFL players in new team scenarios, offering a unique perspective on player value across the league. The Carolina Panthers made several notable selections in this exercise, notably drafting Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba with the 19th overall pick. Smith-Njigba is the reigning Offensive Player of the Year and had a breakout season.
Further bolstering their roster, the Panthers secured Green Bay Packers pass rusher Micah Parsons, who was available at the 46th overall selection. In a move that sparked debate, Carolina also picked Indiana's quarterback Fernando Mendoza as the No. 83 overall selection in the third round. The selection of Mendoza, who has not yet played at the professional level, was noted for its inherent risk.
The Panthers rounded out their draft class by selecting Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts, New England Patriots offensive tackle Mike Onwenu, Baltimore Ravens defensive tackle Travis Jones, and Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair. This fictional draft provides an intriguing look at how top talents could hypothetically reshape a team's core.
