Schuyler Callihan's Carolina Panthers 2023 7-Round Mock Draft 6.0

A full projection of Panthers picks.

RD 1, Pick 1: QB Bryce Young (Alabama)

If I'm Scott Fitterer, the pick is C.J. Stroud. But I get the sense that Carolina is leaning more toward Young at No. 1. I don't hate it, but there is some level of concern about his size. It's not necessarily the height, which is a factor, but more so his frame. Can he withstand the hits? If so, then it will likely turn out to be a solid pick. It's a good thing the Panthers have a top-10 offensive line unit.

Last week: Same pick.

RD 2, Pick 39: DE Keion White (Georgia Tech)

The Panthers do need to add another pass rusher and Keion White could very well still be on the board at No. 39. Very athletic, speedy edge that began his career as a tight end at Old Dominion. In three years on the defensive side, he's produced 120 tackles, 33.5 tackles for loss, and 11 sacks. He's also a native of Garner, NC.

Last week: WR Josh Downs (North Carolina).

RD 3, Pick 93: TE Sam LaPorta (Iowa)

Over the past two seasons, LaPorta has hauled in 111 receptions for 1,327 yards and four touchdowns. He'd give Carolina a second receiving option at the position, alongside the recently signed Hayden Hurst. Plus, Iowa has a pretty good track record of sending quality tight ends to the NFL.

Last week: WR Grant DuBose (Charlotte).

RD 4, Pick 114: WR Jonathan Mingo (Ole Miss)

Mingo's best football is ahead of him. He wasn't a high-volume receiver during his first three years at Ole Miss and because of it, he should fall to the fourth round. Big receiver at 6'2", 220-ish pounds that is terrific at racking up yardage after the catch. He won't be a go-to threat right away but he'll add value in the slot. I could see him shadowing Laviska Shenault as a rookie. 

Last week: LB DeMarvion Overshown (Texas).

RD 4, Pick 132: Garrett Williams (Syracuse)

The Harrisburg, North Carolina native returns home as Carolina goes with a corner with their second fourth-round selection. The Panthers love the duo of Jaycee Horn and Donte Jackson, but C.J. Henderson's future in Charlotte beyond his rookie contract is uncertain. Williams can add depth right away and compete for playing time. He plays the ball extremely well in the air recording 21 pass breakups and four picks in essentially 2.5 seasons.

Last week: Same pick.

RD 5, Pick 145: G Anthony Bradford (LSU)

No, the Panthers aren't pressing to add another o-lineman, but you can never have enough depth. Plus, is Brady Christensen going to be the long-term answer at left guard? Maybe, maybe not. Drafting Bradford gives you some insurance for Christensen down the road if he doesn't work out AND he wouldn't have to be thrown into the fire right away.

Last week: Same pick.

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