There are Panthers fans who hope that the franchise will use the No. 8 pick to select Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields. If that does happen and Sam Darnold excels in 2021 as the team's starter where would that leave the organization? Sticking with Darnold or moving on to Fields as the quarterback of the future?

ESPN's Diana Russini reported that the New England Patriots could include All-Pro cornerback and Rock Hill native Stephon Gilmore in a package to trade up into the top 10 for a quarterback. Is that a deal that Carolina should be interested in? How would Gilmore factor into the team in 2021 and beyond?

NBC Sports Chris Simms is never afraid to be different. Simms outlined a unique mock draft scenario that had the Panthers trading back to 19th with former head coach Ron Rivera and the Washington Football Team moving up to acquire at quarterback at 8. Would this fly with David Tepper? What would be the risk?

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