5 ambitious picks the Panthers could acquire in Christian McCaffrey trade

What draft picks could the Carolina Panthers potentially acquire from a willing trade partner for running back Christian McCaffrey?

It seems increasingly likely the Carolina Panthers and Christian McCaffrey could part ways this offseason. The organization seems to be in turmoil and the running back has been unable to stay healthy over the past two years, putting them in a real predicament that could have a detrimental impact on their chances in 2022.

Carolina’s best player will have trade value despite recent complications surfacing. A value that should net the Panthers some enticing draft capital.

It is unclear in what direction Carolina is headed as they are stuck with Matt Rhule and likely Sam Darnold for at least another season. The defense has great pieces that could put even a below-average offense in contention.

Trading your best offensive player in McCaffrey may not be the obvious solution. But it might also be a step in the right direction.

For better or worse Rhule is going to be the head coach in Carolina and McCaffrey has been unable to be a consistent contributor in his offense due to various injury struggles.

Trading McCaffrey would allow Carolina to acquire an additional pick as well as immediate roster help. Despite his injury history, the elite numbers he put up his first three years in the league will position the Panthers to have the most sought-after trade piece, not at the quarterback position.

With this in mind, let’s take a look at the five picks the Panthers could potentially get back in return for McCaffrey if they pulled the trigger on a trade.