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Originally, that is what I was mocking. However, when I see who they brought in, it tells me that they are looking for a starter--and that will only be found early. (Just my theory--nothing stated). Do we need a starting WR? probably not for this season right away. CB? Depends on Jackson. TE? Nope. OLB? Nope--but it would be nice. If they move Brady out of LG (assuming they do not love Mays or McCray) and make him the swing T, I could see them drafting G at 39. I never would have said that last week or before.

I think that this is important. Easy to list 5-7 needs and say, "We have 6 picks to fill these needs" In most cases, 2 needs will be filled during the draft--and QB is the first. So can we fill 3 needs with picks 39, 93, and 114? That would be amazing, but probably not. If I had to pick 2 needs after QB, I might go Edge (OLB) and G. I recently started thinking that G might be a need bigger than anyone realizes.

Not fair to go back to March 19 and call you out, but I recently posted something and I can't recall the source--that they preferred to have BC as the swing T and that is the reason they might draft a G. One thing is for sure, if the take Bryce, the OL will be top notch.

Just trying to read the tea leaves--and you know, it sorta makes sense. However this is like going to the car lot to buy a Corvette and driving away with a mini van. The van is practical and may fit your needs better, but you really wanted to make a big splash at the class reunion. I digress.

This suggests that the Canes will face the Bruins--not like a New Yorker to show so much respect for a team from Boston...seriously, where did you get a GIF of the mayor of Raleigh. Nicely played.

Some of the chatter (I think 45 comes to mind) has been about a swing T. To me, a swing T is almost as important as a starting OL. So instead of trying to draft one, let's take a look at the roster--BC is an ideal candidate for that. He was not stellar on the OL last year-the weakest link. With a short QB, we need no weak links up the middle. I definitely see what they might be thinking.

Thanks for sharing the "dumb fug" point of view. We don't aim to exclude any subgroup here on the Huddle.

Watching the Devils/Caps score and the Hurricanes game was nerve racking. Especially when NJ came back and the Panthers lost a 2-goal lead.

I had the same thought, but if Corbett and possibly Christensen are rehabbing, I am not sure they would draft another rehabbing G. I think there are 2-3 starting guards (day 1) in this draft. Avila is one of them.

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Oh yeah, you feel me? He got game.

The Panthers have brought in 4 OG candidates, suggesting that they are looking at the position very carefully. Brady Christensen scored a 57.3 on his PFF score, and he had 11 penalties at LG last year. Rumor is they want him to back up the OTs as the swing T, necessitating the need for a starting LG. While Cade Mays is an option, I would assume, there might be a early Guard selection needed to protect Bryce. One of the things that the Saints did when Brees was at QB was they kept stud OGs in front of him in pass protection, and it also improved the run game considerably. So maybe, instead of drafting another WR early, the plan is to upgrade LG. Two guards that have visited the Panthers for a private workout/meeting (numbers indicate player overall ranking in Bruglar's draft report): 40. Steve Avila, Center, TCU (PRI) Possible pick at #39. 77. Chandler Zavala, Offensive Guard, N.C. State (PRI) possible pick if we trade back or he falls to 93. About Avila: Overall, Avila needs to better understand his biomechanics to access his explosive power, but he plays with a strong base to anchor and control at either guard or center. He fits both zone and gap schemes and should be an immediate starter as an NFL rookie. The other guards the Panthers brought in (some listed at other positions, but all have G ability): Anthony Bradford, Offensive Tackle, LSU (COM, PRI) Probably a day 3 pick, and can play (possible pick at 114) Nick Saldiveri, Offensive Guard, Old Dominion (LOC—did not count against 30 visits) Yes--this screwed up everything about my mock draft. I blame myself.

That is funny as hell. I did not expect it.

what part of "XL" do you not get? Damn photoshop

And what would that be? Aren't reporters suppose to share the data and information with readers? Instead you tell us that you have gathered info and we need to trust your sense of logic. Good stuff.

Practicing the test helps you understand it better. Decreases anxiety because it helps you understand what to expect. you improve your mental technique. If I practiced the 40, worked on my technique and got in peak condition, could I run a 4.4?

Folks, this is a performance-based test---taking it may familiarize you with the context, but not really the performance. It is about processing speed, the way I understand it, not memorization or intelligence. Why not say, "Of course his 40 time is good--he has been running it since high school!" If you are going to criticize the test, understand exactly what you are criticizing. A better argument would be that they have 1 version of the test and Bryce has taken it so often, he knows the sequence....but there is no indication that is the case. Let's try not to engage in dumbassery here.

Good point. My view is this: If you have the upside you are selling, another year in college should elevate you above the others.

Person's other source.

It is a tremendous burden, but when I watch NFL Now or Path to the Draft, etc. I think, "We already knew that..." or something to that effect. We are a reliable source of nawlige and wisdumb.

I just think he could go transfer portal, but the extra year would benefit him. To me, the dumpster fire at UF (I agree) should not push him into the NFL before he is ready. Will the NFL team that picks him have talent? He will sit for a season, when he could have been playing and gaining experience. He was in a tough spot, but I am worried that his agent said, "You can get drafted in the first round" and showed him how many zeroes there are in a million. I dunno.

A real possibility if he can get it. I hear that the talent levels off in the late first and does not drop again until the late second/early third. Gonna be interesting to watch him navigate this draft. I think (as I read words and use my brain) that the Panthers are more interested in a G than we realize--one poster made a good point--they like BC more as a swing T. He was the weak link last year, and finding a LG is not hard to do. I also find their complete refusal to address CB in the offseason a bit interesting. Who knows what the edge situation is because we do not know how people will be used. I think they will address WR in the third or after. I think G will be a shocker earlier than we all expected. You heard it here second.