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The start of the 2022 NFL Draft is six days away which presents one final opportunity for the Weekly Friday Mailbag ahead of the Carolina Panthers selection at sixth overall.This week's mailbag questions include what other positions the Panthers should be targeting in the draft, if Matt Rhule should be given the assurance of a fourth year, and whether the Panthers should pursue San Francisco 49ers receiver Deebo Samuel, and more.Plus, questions on the future of the Panthers headquarters and training facility in Rock Hill, SC.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.BetOnlineBetOnline.net has you covered this season with more props, odds and lines than ever before. BetOnline – Where The Game Starts!Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you.Shady RaysEXCLUSIVELY FOR

Trevor Sikkema, of Pro Football Focus, joined Julian Council to discuss the Carolina Panthers options with the sixth overall pick heading into next week's NFL Draft in Las Vegas. Julian and Trevor discussed how the five teams ahead of Carolina could impact the team's selection.The guys talk about why they believe the Panthers will be selecting a quarterback at six and if that's the smart play.Plus, Trevor provides his thoughts on Kenny Pickett and Malik Willis' fits for the Panthers, which of the top tackles he thinks the Panthers should select, and why he's not a fan of Carolina trading back from six.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.BetOnlineBetOnline.net has you covered this season with more props, odds and lines than ever before. BetOnline – Where The Game Starts!Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need.

Carolina Panthers offensive coordinator Ben McAdoo met with the local media for the first time on Tuesday afternoon. McAdoo discussed his offensive philosophy, and what attracted him to Carolina, among other things. McAdoo revealed that Sam Darnold is the Carolina Panthers quarterback only to correct himself a minute later. Did McAdoo reveal the organizations plan at quarterback a week before the draft or is there some missing context?Defensive coordinator Phil Snow also chatted with the press. Snow discussed Jeremy Chinn staying at safety after new secondary coach Steve Wilks suggested that Chinn could be an All-Pro at the position, the plan to replace Haason Reddick's production at outside linebacker, and what positions the Panthers should target on the defensive side of the ball in the draft.On Tuesday, David Tepper’s LLC released a statement after pausing construction on the team’s practice facility in Rock Hill, saying it has sent notices to the city of Rock Hill to formally terminate its previous agreem

Underdog Fantasy's Hayden Winks joined Julian Council to take an in-depth look at 2022 NFL Draft quarterback prospects Kenny Pickett, Malik Willis, Desmond Ridder, and Matt Corral. Does Hayden believe any of these options could be the long-term answer for the Carolina Panthers at quarterback? Who is Hayden's top quarterback?Plus, Julian and Hayden take a look at the top tackle prospects, trade back scenarios for Carolina, and if Sam Darnold (Hayden's fellow USC alumnus) can be saved.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.BetOnlineBetOnline.net has you covered this season with more props, odds and lines than ever before. BetOnline – Where The Game Starts!Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you.Shady RaysEXCLUSIVELY FOR OUR LISTENERS, HEAD TO SHADYRAYS.COM AND U

The Ultimate Mock Draft 2022 kicks off with the first five selections of the NFL Draft simulation. Hosts Brian Peacock and Matt Williamson lead the way as quarterbacks and pass catchers fly off the board. Jason La Canfora and other Audacy Insiders give their reactions as the Jacksonville Jaguars and Detroit make their selections and contemplate trade offers. Will the Jaguars lead up with Adrian Hutchinson, Kayvon Thibodeaux or Travon Walker? Will Malik Willis find his name called in the top five? Find out in the first episode of the biggest mock draft event of the year presented by the Locked On Podcast Network and Audacy, your audio home for all the sports, podcasts, music and news that matter to you. If you want the rest of the picks and trades subscribe to The Ultimate Mock Draft 2022 feed or the Locked On NFL Podcast.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next orde

Several reports from the last week indicated that Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield is still on the Carolina Panthers podcast. Charlotte Observer Panthers beat reporter Jonathan Alexander appeared on 'The Roar' podcast last week talking about the Panthers bringing in a veteran quarterback, saying that "when it’s all said and done, is going to be either Jimmy Garoppolo or Baker Mayfield.”NFL Network's Ian Rapoport offered a similar sentiment Friday afternoon on 'The Pat McAfee Show", saying "to me the Carolina Panthers seem to be the most likely spot for Baker Mayfield."How likely is it that Baker Mayfield is a Panther by draft night? Is it an inevitably?Signs of dysfunction within the Panthers organization continue to pop up. ESPN NFL Draft analyst Todd McShay appeared on 'The Ryen Russillo' podcast last week stating that "the Carolina Panthers would be the last team I'd want my son to be drafted."In that McShay pointed to the uncertainty of head coach Matt Rhule's future. But it also appears that R

The Weekly Friday Mailbag returns for another week on Locked On Panthers. This week's questions include whether the Panthers should trade back and target Western Kentucky quarterback in the mid-to-late rounds of the draft, if the Panthers should skip out on drafting or signing a quarterback this offseason altogether, targeting Kyler Murray, and more.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.BetOnlineBetOnline.net has you covered this season with more props, odds and lines than ever before. BetOnline – Where The Game Starts!Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you.Shady RaysEXCLUSIVELY FOR OUR LISTENERS, HEAD TO SHADYRAYS.COM AND USE CODE LOCKEDON TO GET FIFTY PERCENT OFF TWO OR MORE PAIRS OF POLARIZED SUNGLASSES. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoi

According to the NFL Networks Mike Giardi and his league sources, the Panthers have talked to numerous teams about moving back from 6 since the team doesn't have another pick until #137. According to Giardi's sources, picking a QB in the top 10 might be too much but picking one in the mid-first is more palatable and gets them more draft capital. Is this the right approach for the Panthers?Cleveland Browns quarterback, a potential trade target for the Panthers if they don't draft one, was in the news again on Wednesday. Mayfield discussed on YNK Podcast how he feels disrespected by the Browns following the team's trade for Deshaun Watson. Does Mayfield have a point or is this a sign of his immaturity? Julian weighs the pros and cons of a potential trade for the former number one overall pick.Good Morning Football co-host Peter Schrager appeared on the Pat McAfee Show on Wednesday stating that "there is a lot of heat around Matt Corral right now...he could potentially be the 6th pick to Carolina". Should Corral

The Carolina Panthers have a decision to make with the sixth overall pick that could dictate what direction the Matt Rhule era goes. Julian Council believes that there are two options for the Panthers at 6: draft a left tackle or trade back. Are those the best two options for the Panthers or would they be better off drafting a quarterback with that pick?After two years in the NFL, it's time to take a look back at the Panthers first draft class under Matt Rhule. Which players have disappointed? Which players have shown to be worth more than their initial draft position? Is Jeremy Chinn already the best second-round pick in franchise history?Quarterbacks Matt Corral, Malik Willis, and Desmond Ridder are all visiting the Panthers today for their top-30 visits. Who is the best prospect of the three? Plus, the Panthers welcomed in a player who could possibly improve their punt/kick return game.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com

After whiffing on several proven quarterbacks, the Carolina Panthers best option to find a franchise quarterback appears to be in the upcoming 2022 NFL Draft. The only issue: this class is considered to be weaker than those of the past few years. Considering Panthers head coach Matt Rhule is in a win or else situation and none of the prospects are viewed as a Top 10 player in the draft, how real is the Panthers interest in acquiring a quarterback at sixth overall?The Carolina Panthers began their Top 30 visits ahead of the draft on Monday. Local product Sam Howell and Western Kentucky signal-caller Bailey Zappe met with the team on Monday with Malik Willis, Kenny Pickett, Matt Corral, and Desmond Ridder all set to meet with the Panthers in the next two days. Can any of these prospects wow the Panthers enough to be selected at six?Plus, Albert Breer in his latest MMQB column and appearance on the Rich Eisen Show provided some insight on the Panthers interest in the lone viable veteran options, Baker Mayfield a

The NFL Draft is 17 days away! Through a series of poor trades, the Carolina Panthers have without a Day 2 pick in the draft. Could trading back be the best option for the team as it opens to door to address both the need at quarterback and at left tackle?If the Panthers do indeed decide to trade back, would that re-open up the veteran quarterback option for the team? Is it more likely that the Panthers look at a veteran quarterback if they stay at six or move back?An update on David Tepper's ongoing spat with Rock Hill, York County, and the state of South Carolina, regarding the Panthers training facility and headquarters.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.BetOnlineBetOnline.net has you covered this season with more props, odds and lines than ever before. BetOnline – Where The Game Starts!Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts yo

The Weekly Friday Mailbag returns for another week on Locked On Panthers. This week's questions include whether the Panthers would be better off going best player available at sixth overall or drafting on positional need; Charles Cross or Malik Willis; and if Sam Darnold can be a respectable quarterback in 2022. Plus, a question on whether Matt Rhule's job should actually be on the line heading into 2022.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.BetOnlineBetOnline.net has you covered this season with more props, odds and lines than ever before. BetOnline – Where The Game Starts!Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you.Athletic GreensTo make it easy, Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs wit

Carolina Panthers quarterback Sam Darnold joined Barstool's "Bussin' with the Boys" podcast hosted by Tennessee Titans left tackle Taylor Lewan and former NFL linebacker, Will Compton. On the show, when asked if he's concerned about the Panthers taking a quarterback with the sixth overall pick, Darnold said that he knows that he's a good quarterback in the league and has proved it. Is Darnold delusional or is there a larger point being made?Darnold also had thoughts on criticism that he's dealt with from the New York Jets and Panthers fan bases. Are fans justified in their criticism or have they gone overboard?ESPN NFL Draft analysts Matt Miller and Jordan Reid believe that the Panthers will select Pitt quarterback Kenny Pickett with the sixth pick. Their justification, like others, is that Pickett is the most "NFL-ready" in the current class. Julian explains why the Panthers selecting Pickett for that reasoning is short-sighted and would be doing the franchise a disservice.Plus, Panthers secondary coach Stev

The countdown to the 2022 NFL Draft in Las Vegas continues. 22 days out there still remains a level of mystery about what the Panthers are going to do with the sixth pick. Is Carolina's decision the most interesting choice of the entire NFL Draft?Since the arrival of head coach Matt Rhule, the Panthers have used both of its first-round picks on a defensive player. Could that trend continue this year? Is it worth going with the best player available even if that means bypassing a quarterback or left tackle?Update on the ongoing drama between David Tepper, Rock Hill, York County and the state of South Carolina as all parties hope to reach a resolution on the development and construction of the Panthers practice facility and headquarters.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.BetOnlineBetOnline.net has you covered this season with more props, odds and lines tha

Tuesday marked the one-year anniversary of the team's decision to trade a second, fourth, and sixth-round pick for the then-New York Jets quarterback. A year later the team is looking to replace the quarterback they believed would be the franchise moving forward. Who is to be blamed for this hellacious decision?The Panthers are set to bring in Malik Willis (Liberty), Kenny Pickett (Pitt), Matt Corral (Ole Miss), Desmond Ridder (Cincinnati), Sam Howell (UNC), and Bailey Zappe (Western Kentucky) to Charlotte next week for the teams 30 pre-draft visits. Which of these prospects are the most desirable?ESPN's Todd McShay released his two-round Mock Draft 4.0, once again mocking Kenny Pickett to the Panthers. McShay views Pickett as the most NFL-ready of the prospects available. Julian explains why that reasoning is shortsighted given what's needed to win in the NFL today.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LO

A year ago the Carolina Panthers traded for Sam Darnold signifying that they had found their starting quarterback for the 2021 season. A year later, Carolina is still in search of a franchise quarterback and the 2022 Week 1 starter is unknown. Does the Panthers lack of offseason quarterback moves signal that the draft will be where they procure one?Panthers general manager Scott Fitterer is currently undergoing his first full offseason in Carolina. That has led to some key free agency signings on offense, defense, and special teams. Julian Council provides his free agency grades.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.BetOnlineBetOnline.net has you covered this season with more props, odds and lines than ever before. BetOnline – Where The Game Starts!Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and

The Weekly Friday Mailbag returns for another week. Questions this week about offensive line options if the Panthers draft a quarterback, whether it would be risky if the Panthers don't take a quarterback at 6, how new offensive coordinator Ben McAdoo can help Sam Darnold, and more.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.BetOnlineBetOnline.net has you covered this season with more props, odds and lines than ever before. BetOnline – Where The Game Starts!Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you.Athletic GreensTo make it easy, Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. All you have to do is visit athleticgreens.com/NFLNETWORK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit pod

A recent mock draft from ESPN's Mike Tannenbaum has the Carolina Panthers drafting Pitt quarterback Kenny Pickett at sixth overall. Would the Panthers be better off starting Sam Darnold in 2022 or a rookie quarterback like Pickett or Liberty's Malik Willis?According to the Charlotte Observer's Ellis Williams, an NFL scout told him that the Panthers would like to select Willis, Alabama left tackle Evan Neal or NC State tackle Ikem Ekwonu. If all are available at six, who should be the choice? If it's Willis and one of the two tackles available who should be the Panthers selection?Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield and San Francisco 49ers signal-caller Jimmy Garoppol remain on the trading block. Both player's value has dropped in recent weeks. Should the Panthers wait for one of them to be cut before making a decision at quarterback?Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15%

Carolina Panthers head coach Matt Rhule spoke to the media Tuesday morning at the NFL Owners Meetings in Palm Beach, Florida. Rhule answered questions addressing the Panthers ongoing search at quarterback. Rhule stated that he believes that the incumbent starter at the position Sam Darnold will "take a huge step this year" working with new offensive coordinator Ben McAdoo. If that is true then why are the Panthers pursuing other options at the position? Is the Panthers best option at adding competition to the quarterback room by drafting a rookie?ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter reported on Tuesday that Cam Newton is receiving interest from several teams including the Carolina Panthers. The Athletic's Joe Person also reported that Newton was approached by the Panthers to be a backup had they acquired Deshaun Watson. Should Newton return to Carolina as a backup or should he be offered a real opportunity to compete for the starting job?Plus, one of the NFL overtime rules proposals easily passed 29-3 on Tuesday, m

The Carolina Panthers headed east to Chapel Hill on Monday to check out quarterback prospect Sam Howell. Could Howell be an option for Panthers if they're able to trade back into the second round?The NFL Owners meetings are taking place in Palm Beach, Florida this week. Panthers owner David Tepper, who was vocal during his first few seasons of owning the team, has been mysteriously silent since last speaking publicly in December of 2020 following the dismissal of then-general manager Marty Hurney. The Charlotte Observer's Jonathan Alexander tried speaking to Tepper on Monday but he declined. Should Tepper address the fan base or is he justified in his silence?During the NFL Owners meetings, there will be a discussion on the overtime rules that became a major topic of discussion following the Kansas City-Buffalo playoff game. Should the owners agree to change the rules? If so, which of the two proposals makes the most sense.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes l