Panthers give Bryce Young something to smile about following playoff loss by landing a playmaker in a new 2026 NFL mock draft
With the Panthers’ season now over, their focus shifts to the offseason, and a new 2026 NFL mock draft has the team landing a massive offensive upgrade.
The Carolina Panthers’ season came to an end in the wildcard round after their loss to the Los Angeles Rams, and now their focus shifts to the offseason.
The Panthers’ season came to an end earlier than it would have liked, but there was still a lot to be happy about in Carolina this season. The team made significant strides on both sides of the ball as the year progressed.
This should lead the Panthers to be more aggressive in free agency and the 2026 NFL Draft. A new A to Z Sports mock draft has the team landing a dynamic playmaker. The only person who would be happier than the fan base with the pick would be QB Bryce Young.
Panthers land dynamic Oregon TE Kenyon Sadiq in a new 2026 NFL mock draft
“If Carolina plans to build around Bryce Young, they can help him out by adding the most athletic tight end in the class. Sadiq has serious juice with the ball in his hands and can be a massive threat in the Panthers’ offense. Imagine the size and athleticism they’d have with Sadiq and Tetairoa McMillan.” – New A to Z Sports 3-round mock draft
The consensus top TE in the 2026 NFL Draft class is Oregon’s Kenyon Sadiq. Sadiq is a do-it-all weapon that has been able to make a difference as both a pass catcher and a blocker in the run game.
The Panthers struck gold by selecting Tetairoa McMillian in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft. Adding another weapon in the pass game to prevent defenses from sending so much attention to McMillan could open up a big passing attack in Carolina.
The fact that Sadiq could also be a three-down player and help elevate the team’s run game makes him a no-brainer selection for the Panthers if he is still available. The team needs to determine if Young can be their franchise QB, and making a pick like this will help provide the team with the answers they need.
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