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Carolina Panthers: Final Full Mock Draft

By Sam Corkey

PHILADELPHIA, PA - APRIL 27: Thomas Davis of the Carolina Panthers speaks during the first round of the 2017 NFL Draft at the Philadelphia Museum of Art on April 27, 2017 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Jeff Zelevansky/Getty Images)
PHILADELPHIA, PA - APRIL 27: Thomas Davis of the Carolina Panthers speaks during the first round of the 2017 NFL Draft at the Philadelphia Museum of Art on April 27, 2017 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Jeff Zelevansky/Getty Images) /
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Round 3, 85th overall: Jessie Bates, Wake Forest safety

Jessie Bates met with the Panthers twice, locally and privately, so the Panthers obviously have a serious interest in him. If drafted, Bates would compete and probably be the favorite for the open starting safety position.

In 2017, Bates had a solid 77 total tackles with one interception and six passes defended. In addition, Bates had a great 100 total tackles with five interceptions and four passes defended in the 2016 season.

According to WalterFootball.com, Bates is the sixth-best safety in the draft. Bates would be excellent value for the Panthers at 85th overall.

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