Panthers trade up for top defensive prospect in new mock draft
The Carolina Panthers may trade up to the 14th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft to select University of Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman. This move would require them to send the 19th and 83rd picks to the Baltimore Ravens.
The Carolina Panthers may trade up to the 14th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft to select University of Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman. Thieneman has risen in mock draft projections due to his impressive vertical jump at the NFL Scouting Combine. He is a popular choice for the Panthers, who are revamping their defense with recent additions like pass rusher Jaelan Phillips and linebacker Devin Lloyd. To make this move, the Panthers would need to send the 19th and 83rd picks to the Baltimore Ravens, leaving them with two selections in the first two days of the draft. The Panthers would have the 14th and 51st picks if they make the trade. Thieneman could slot in as a starting safety immediately.
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