From: Benjamin
I sure hope all of this Cam Newton talk is one huge bluff. Remember in 2007 when the Raiders picked Jamarcus Russell on potential even though he was nowhere close to the top player on the board. Why? Because they were worried that he may be a great player for someone else, and they would look like idiots for passing on him. Do not let history repeat itself here or by trading next years first round pick again. Trading any pick for more selections is a good idea for a team that needs everything, but if they keep all the picks, who would be some quality choices?
Round 1; Pick 1
A.J. Green-WR UGA. The offense was terrible last year and what better to help Jimmy Clausen than another option besides Steve Smith. Every other WR on the team struggled in 2010. Green is a sure thing, and you have to get a sure thing at pick #1. With expectations so low, the first round pick next year can used on Andrew Luck.
Round 3; Pick 1; 97 Overall
Jarvis Jenkins-DT clemmons. Put us down as having always been in the Jenkins fan club. He is a big time player who could start immediately. The Panthers were woeful at dline last year and Jenkins would be a steal at this slot.
Round 3; Pick 33; 97 Overall
Randall Cobb; WR Kentucky. Some projections have Cobb off the table by this pick, but should he drop, the Panthers should seize the moment. A much more talented receiver than last year's 3rd round selection of Armanti Edwards, Cobb would provide a nice complement to A.J. Green. Steve Smith has requested a trade and if he is dealt, it should be for veteran talent. Smith could be used to upgrade multiple different positions and the draft used to grab the WRs. Remember, Smith himself was a 3rd round selection out of Utah.
Round 4; Pick 1; 98 Overall
Casey Matthews; MLB Oregon. For a team this talent deficient, it is time to start going best available. Yes, Jon Beason is the defensive unit's best, but Casey Matthews is big time. Remember the National Championship game? Size may cause him to fall to the fourth, bringing a smile to Panther fans. They need winners, and Matthews is one. His brother and father aren't too bad themselves. Pernell McPhee, a DE from Mississippi State, makes good sense here as well.
Round 5; Pick 1; 132 Overall
Lee Ziemba; OT Auburn. With former 2008 first round pick, Jeff Otah, returning from a knee injury that forced him to miss the entire 2010 debacle, a little insurance is a good idea. Ziemba is a high end guy who is durable and aggressive. Sure, he isn't the most fleet of foot, but he is a quality pick here.
Round 6; Pick 1; 166 Overall
Jermale Hines; Safety Ohio State. The Panthers love to draft safeties. This guy seems about right.
Round 6; Pick 38; 203 Overall
Ricky Stanzi; QB Iowa. Stanzi comes out of a well coached Iowa system and has the talent to be a serviceable NFL backup. He may actually be good enough to get extensive playing time on this team.
Round 7; Pick 41; 244 Overall
Garrett Chisolm; OG South Carolina. Chisolm was the team's best olinemen for the entire 2010 campaign. He is a feel good story and a high character guy. He brings the mix of talent and character that makes teams better. A good pick in round 7.
