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NFL draft analyst: Panthers could be 'aggressive' with 1st-round pick
TL;DR
The Carolina Panthers are preparing for the NFL draft this weekend and may take an aggressive approach with their 19th overall pick. Analyst Mike Renner suggests they have no pressing needs and could target Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman.
Key points
- NFL draft kicks off this weekend in Pittsburgh, Penn.
- Carolina Panthers may target Dillon Thieneman with their first-round pick.
- Analyst Mike Renner suggests the Panthers can be aggressive with their 19th pick.
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It's crunch-time for all 32 NFL teams as they prepare for this weekend's draft, which kicks off on Thursday night in Pittsburgh, Penn. And for the Carolina Panthers, the options could be crunching down to Oregon safety Dillon Thienemanâwho has emerged as the perceived favorite in the first round.
However, not every analyst agrees. According to Mike Renner at CBS Sports, Carolina is one of at least five teams around the league that are still in "deep decision mode." Renner also believes the Panthers can be aggressive with the 19th overall pick:
"They've hit every need on this roster seemingly on paper. It looks good. There's nowhere they have to go," he stated. "I think they're going to be aggressive, going all in on this sort-of window that they have here. Thinking they are close given the success they had last season."
This tracks, as long as you consider winning the weakest division in the league as a window.
What matters is that the disposition Renner describes is probably right in regards to the draftâmeaning the Panthers won't be picking exclusively for need. That approach allows them to take advantage of the strengths of this particular class.
That also aligns with all the signs that they're targeting a safety earlyâwhich isn't considered a premium position, but is a spot with strong prospects at the top of the board.
Along with Thieneman, Toledo's Emmanuel McNeil-Warren has been floated as a possibility for Carolina.
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This article originally appeared on Panthers Wire: NFL draft: Analyst sees a lot of potential with Panthers, 19th pick
Q&A
What are the Carolina Panthers' plans for the 19th overall pick in the NFL draft?
The Panthers may take an aggressive approach with their 19th overall pick, potentially targeting Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman.
Who is Dillon Thieneman and why is he a favorite for the Panthers' first-round pick?
Dillon Thieneman is an Oregon safety who has emerged as a perceived favorite for the Panthers' first-round pick due to his skills and the team's current needs.
What does it mean for the Panthers to be in 'deep decision mode' before the draft?
Being in 'deep decision mode' means the Panthers are still evaluating their options and strategies for the draft, indicating uncertainty about their final choice.
