South Charlotte Today

As the 2025 NFL Draft approaches, teams including the Carolina Panthers are evaluating potential prospects. With the draft set to begin on April 24 in Green Bay, the Panthers have nine picks to strategize with, including Nos. 8 and 57 overall. Although speculation surrounds their draft plans, focus is currently on the interior offensive line.

The Panthers' current offensive line comprises centers Austin Corbett and Cade Mays, guards Robert Hunt and Damien Lewis, and backup Brady Christensen. This lineup contributed to Chuba Hubbard's over 1,000-yard season and provided protection for quarterback Bryce Young.

Among potential draftees, Alabama’s Tyler Booker stands out as a top guard. Known for his size and athleticism, he weighs in at 321 pounds and boasts 87 knockdown blocks. Jared Wilson, a center from Georgia, is appreciated for his agile performance despite limited starting experience. Additional prospects include Tate Ratledge from Georgia, Willie Lampkin from North Carolina, Seth McLaughlin from Ohio State, Connor Colby from Iowa, Dylan Fairchild from Georgia, and Miles Frazier from LSU.

Each player demonstrates strengths and weaknesses that teams must consider, particularly in positions of need like the offensive line. While prospects like Booker and Wilson bring potential, others like Lampkin and McLaughlin face size and injury challenges, respectively. With multiple strategies available, the Panthers aim to enhance their roster's effectiveness in the upcoming season.