Dane Brugler of the Athletic Mock: Panthers trade up to 3 for Fields

[Captain Morgan]

This is timestamped over a day ago, but I didn't see a thread on it.  Looks like Brugler did the mock, then each team's beat writer comments on their pick.

Jets went with Wilson, then we trade up 

 

Carolina Panthers receive:
2021 first-round pick (No. 3 overall)

Miami Dolphins receive:
2021 first-round pick (No. 8 overall)
2021 third-round pick
2021 fifth-round pick
2022 first-round pick

 

 

Carolina Panthers (via MIA) — Justin Fields, QB, Ohio State

The Panthers’ ownership and front office have made it known that they plan to be aggressive this offseason in upgrading the quarterback position. They missed out on Matthew Stafford, and Deshaun Watson remains a long shot, making the draft their best opportunity. Instead of sitting at No. 8 and hoping a quarterback falls to them, they out-bid other teams and go and get their guy in this mock. Fields needs time, but all the talent is there for him to develop into Carolina’s answer at the position. | Beat writer analysis: Joe Person’s reaction to the trade and pick

 

 

behind a paywall but here is the required link.

https://theathletic.com/2378777/2021/02/11/nfl-mock-draft-zach-wilson-justin-fields-trey-lance/?source=weeklyemail

 

 

[t96]

I’d be all over that, but make it a 2022 third rounder.

[GOAT]

That is way too much for an unknown product, and when you break down the success rate in doing something like this - the statistics aren't friendly.

[WarPanthers89]

It’s not too much when you are taking a chance on getting your franchise QB. We aren’t going to be picking this high again hopefully, and franchise QB’s don’t grow on trees. We will never win consistently (need I remind you we have never had back to back winning seasons) unless we have one.

[PhillyB]

god that is a lot to pay for jumping five spots.

[ForJimmy]

I would love Fields or Lance. I think the Jets are wanting Wilson and it would cost too much to get their pick. Fields and Lance are very close IMO. Fields probably has a higher floor due to having success at a higher level, but Lance may have a higher ceiling.

[Harbingers]

Ugh. No. We don't have a team to surround a QB. Failure imminent.

Edited February 13, 2021 by Harbingers

[Pup McBarky]

[Boundary Guru]

Good Lord. No!

[mrcompletely11]

Hell no.   Stay the fug at 8.  

[LinvilleGorge]

That haul would sting. If he turned out to be a franchise QB it'd be worth it. If he didn't, Rhule and Fitts probably dug their own grave.

If it happens, I hope all the "just win baby" folks look back in pleasure over celebrating that key late season victory over Rivera and the WFT.

[Waldo]

3 looks to cost too much. I want to see what happens at 4 before pulling a trade. It sure would be nice to have some picks for talent to build around a QB.

[mrcompletely11]

12 minutes ago, LinvilleGorge said:

That haul would sting. If he turned out to be a franchise QB it'd be worth it. If he didn't, Rhule and Fitts probably dug their own grave.

If it happens, I hope all the "just win baby" folks look back in pleasure over celebrating that key late season victory over Rivera and the WFT.

Yep. Too risky.  Just let the draft come to you.  

[Hoenheim]

That's not bad at all draft capital wise . They should do that if they really believe in Fields . Or Wilson if he's there .  Alot is riding on what the Jets end up doing at 2