4 worst-case draft scenarios for the Carolina Panthers in 2022
By Dean Jones
What are some worst-case scenarios for the Carolina Panthers during what is one of the most important drafts in recent memory?
Excitement is gathering pace as the Carolina Panthers and others across the league get set for the 2022 NFL Draft. The wide range of different outcomes only increases anticipation ahead of the showcase, which has the scope to shape the long and short-term future of some influential figures within the organization ahead of the new season.
There are a number of factors to consider for the Panthers after an underrated period of free agency recruitment. Two obvious holes need to be filled, but absolutely nothing has or can be ruled out at this stage.
Scott Fitterer will have already prepared for almost every situation. The Panthers have left no stone unturned regarding prospects of interest during the draft preparation period, which should serve them well when the time comes to make their moves.
With that being said, here are four worst-case scenarios for the Panthers during the 2022 NFL Draft.
Worst-Case Scenario No. 1
David Tepper becomes too influential
Considering how poorly things have gone for the Carolina Panthers since David Tepper bought the team, the billionaire will be keeping a watchful eye on how things are transpiring within the war room throughout what promises to be a fascinating weekend.
Unless they take it upon themselves to run personnel like Jerry Jones, owners should let the football people make the decisions. But in Tepper’s case, he’s already thrown his weight around regarding recruitment as was evident over the last year with his constant pursuit of Deshaun Watson.
It’s unlikely Tepper has spent hours watching the film on incoming prospects. So the owner becoming too influential in the decision-making process would be ill-advised.