The Carolina Panthers are banking on their young players to spearhead them to respectability and beyond when the 2025 season commences. That means general manager Dan Morgan's second rookie class must hit the ground running.
Most of Carolina's 2025 draft picks have left a good impression throughout the offseason. Some are getting more hype and headlines than others, but everything is proceeding as anticipated with what looks like a talented group.
And one first-year pro going completely under the radar is already justifying his draft steal status at training camp.
The Panthers are putting more responsibilities on the shoulders of fifth-rounder Mitchell Evans than most expected during his crucial early development.