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The Carolina Panthers are preparing for the 2026 NFL Draft to enhance their roster after winning the NFC South Division title. The draft presents an opportunity to acquire young talent to support their playoff ambitions.
Carolina Panthers draft picks tracker: Updated list of 2026 selections, next pick predictions originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
The Carolina Panthers enter the 2026 NFL Draft with a lot to build on.
While not coming off a perfect season, they did sneak up and win the NFC South Division title to make the playoffs. That's certainly a big deal for Bryce Young and company.
The draft will be a chance to add a lot of affordable, young talent to the group to try and chase a repeat division title.
Such a pursuit won't be easy, but it'll be made easier if the Panthers get some of their draft picks right.
With the first round on Thursday, second and third rounds on Friday and fourth through seventh rounds on Saturday, we'll be keeping track here of everything the Panthers do during the draft.
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The updated list of the Carolina Panthers' draft picks for 2026 includes various selections aimed at strengthening the team.
The Carolina Panthers won the NFC South Division title, allowing them to qualify for the playoffs despite not having a perfect season.
Bryce Young is expected to be a key player for the Panthers as they look to build on their success in the 2026 NFL Draft.
The 2026 NFL Draft is significant for the Panthers as it offers a chance to acquire affordable, young talent to help them compete for another division title.

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The Panthers enter the 2026 NFL Draft with 7 picks to make:
Here's how the Panthers' draft could work out, based on the seven-round mock draft from SN's Vinnie Iyer.
| Round | Pick | Selection | Position | College |
| 1 | 19 | Jordyn Tyson | WR | Arizona State |
| 2 | 51 | D'Angelo Ponds | CB | Indiana |
| 3 | 83 | Rayshaun Benny | DT | Michigan |
| 4 | 119 | Zakee Wheatley | S | Penn State |
| 5 | 158 | Tyren Montgomery | WR | John Carroll |
| 5 | 159 | Nicholas Singleton | RB | Penn State |
| 6 | 200 | Jeremiah Wright | C/G | Auburn |
The NFL Draft's first round is on Thursday, April 23.
The second and third rounds are on Friday, April 24.
The fourth through seventh rounds are on Saturday, April 25.