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The Carolina Panthers selected linebacker Jackson Kuwatch from Miami (OH) with the 227th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Kuwatch, a third team All-MAC player, is expected to compete for a roster spot, particularly on special teams.
The Panthers linebacker room definitely lacks depth, so he should have a shot to make the roster. Heāll need to make his way on special teams in his rookie season.
He was a highly productive tackler in his final year in college. He has good size and tested well at his Pro Day (NFL.com).
Only one year of production in college, definitely needs needs work on his technique and awareness. This is a classic 7th round pick shot on a guy that likely would have been an undrafted free agent. But the Panthers linebacker room isnāt exactly solid beyond , so he absolutely has a chance to make a career here. Share your thoughts down below!
Jackson Kuwatch is a linebacker from Miami (OH) who was named third team All-MAC in 2025 and briefly played for Ohio State.
Kuwatch is known for being a highly productive tackler with good size, but he has only one year of college production and needs to improve his technique and awareness.
Kuwatch is expected to compete for a roster spot in a linebacker room that lacks depth, particularly aiming to contribute on special teams.
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