Carolina Panthers: Day 2 prospects to watch at the NFL Combine

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PALO ALTO, CA – NOVEMBER 25: Kaden Smith #82 of the Stanford Cardinal catches a touchdown pass while covered by Shaun Crawford #20 of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at Stanford Stadium on November 25, 2017 in Palo Alto, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) /

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Depending on how important Hurney deems the addition of another tight end, there is another intriguing candidate out there. While his performance during this week’s NFL Combine could push Stanford tight end Kaden Smith into top tier categories, if he’s available after the first round then Carolina could take a chance.

Thomas proved capable of filling in for Olsen and while no prospect is going to immediately replace the veteran captain’s production, finding two dynamic run blockers, who can also assist in the passing game would open up the playbook even more for offensive coordinator Norv Turner.

For years Rivera has talked about incorporating two tight end sets into the offense but injuries to Olsen have forced the Panthers to develop a new plan in each of the past two seasons. Adding another serviceable option would at least warrant consideration and provide some depth should another injury occur.

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Watch as this group of players participates in their on-field workouts this Saturday, March 2 on NFL Network.

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