Panthers 2021 Draft: Franchise QB secured in latest 7-round mock
By Dean Jones
Robert Hainsey – OG (Notre Dame)
As stated previously, the Carolina Panthers are facing some big changes to their offensive line, especially on the interior. Chris Reed and John Miller are unlikely to be brought back and center Matt Paradis could be a salary-cap casualty despite showing some improvements in 2020.
Robert Hainsey enjoyed a tremendous season at Notre Dame and can play at guard or as an edge protector. His huge frame probably means the player is more suited to the interior and he could end up being a plug and play starter in the NFL with a smooth transition.
Roger McCreary – CB (Auburn)
Outside of No. 1 option Donte Jackson, there are still some serious doubts surrounding their cornerback unit. Rasul Douglas and Corn Elder are out of contract, with Stantley Thomas-Oliver and Troy Pride Jr. taking some time to adjust to the rigors of the NFL during their rookie campaigns.
Roger McCreary is a solid value pickup here. He comes from an accomplished program that might have struggled somewhat in 2020, but that should not detract from the eye-catching film the prospect has put together thanks to his length and athleticism.
Dyami Brown – WR (North Carolina)
Losing Curtis Samuel seems inevitable given Carolina’s current salary-cap situation. This might have been different had it not been for COVID-19 revenue losses and although it’s not ideal, the Panthers just have to get on with it.
Selecting Dyami Brown would be hugely popular. The North Carolina wideout has accumulated back-to-back 1,000-yard seasons and although he doesn’t possess Samuel’s explosiveness, the Panthers could do far worst than look in his direction this spring.