CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- The 2021 NFL draft for the Carolina Panthers was all about giving quarterback Sam Darnold a chance to succeed, starting with cornerback Jaycee Horn in the first round.
So how can a corner help Darnold, the third pick of the 2018 draft who was acquired last month in a trade with the New York Jets? As offensive coordinator Joe Brady told coach Matt Rhule, “Every time we get the ball back, that’s one more possession for the offense.’’
“That’s one more play for Sam," Rhule continued.