Carolina Panthers select Chris Brazzell II with pick No. 83 in the 2026 NFL Draft

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The Carolina Panthers selected wide receiver Chris Brazzell II with the 83rd pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Brazzell is expected to develop under less pressure, complementing established players on the team.

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Chris Brazzell II drafted by Carolina Panthers
Selected with the 83rd overall pick
Played wide receiver for Tennessee Volunteers
Will complement established players like Tetairoa McMillan
Expected to develop without immediate pressure

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Tennessee wide receiver Chris Brazzell II (17) blows a kiss to the crowd after scoring a touchdown during a NCAA football game between Tennessee and Vanderbilt at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Nov. 29, 2025. | Angelina Alcantar/News Sentinel / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Another Tennessee Volunteer is off the board at the 2026 NFL Draft. WR Chris Brazzell II heard his name called by the Carolina Panthers with the No. 83 overall pick in the third round. I really like this landing spot for Brazzell. First, the Panthers are coming off a division crown last year, which was a big step forward for head coach Dave Canales in his second season in Charlotte. Bryce Young is still not there to where he needs to be, but he’s improved significantly since his rookie year, so he’ll have a decent QB throwing him the ball. It’s also a good situation as far as not having to do too much early on. The pressure won’t be on him, and he won’t be asked to be an immediate WR1 for a team. 2025 NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year Tetairoa McMillan will demand the lion’s share of attention from opposing defenses. Jalen Coker had a solid season in the slot. So Brazzell should be able to carve out a role for himself as a big target, but one who can hit the home run deep and stretch the field for the Panthers. Congrats, Chris!

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Who is Chris Brazzell II and what position does he play?

Chris Brazzell II is a wide receiver who played for the Tennessee Volunteers before being drafted by the Carolina Panthers.

What was Chris Brazzell II's draft position in the 2026 NFL Draft?

Chris Brazzell II was selected with the 83rd overall pick in the third round of the 2026 NFL Draft.

How will Chris Brazzell II fit into the Carolina Panthers' offense?

Brazzell is expected to play a complementary role in the Panthers' offense, allowing him to develop without immediate pressure to be the top receiver.

Carolina Panthers select Chris Brazzell II with pick No. 83 in the 2026 NFL Draft

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