2026 NFL Draft: Panthers GM Dan Morgan speaks on 'a lot of possibilities' at pick 19
Carolina's front office remains eager to build on last season's NFC South title and playoff appearance.
2026 NFL Draft: Panthers GM Dan Morgan speaks on 'a lot of possibilities' at pick 19 originally appeared on The Sporting News . Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here . CHARLOTTE, N.
C. -- The Carolina Panthers emerged as one of the NFL's free-agent winners. On the first day of the legal tampering period, May 9, Panthers general manager Dan Morgan finalized deals with two of their top targets, top pass rusher Jaelan Phillips and Pro Bowl inside linebacker Devin Lloyd.
The Panthers later added two potential starters along the offensive line, left tackle Rasheed Walker and center Luke Fortner. Along with the signings of several depth players, Morgan's attention has turned completely to the 2026 NFL Draft. "We're nine days away," Morgan said during Tuesday's pre-draft press conference at Bank of America Stadium.
Beginning the process several weeks ago with nearly 600 names on a chart of potential prospects, Morgan didn't want to reveal how many players remained on the list, adding, "we're in a good spot. " Panthers' Dan Morgan finalizing NFL draft list By filling in so many roster holes during free agency, Morgan said his draft team is "ready for all scenarios. " The Panthers are scheduled to pick No.