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Panthers news: Draft class look to continue jersey number legacy

This year’s draft class for the Carolina Panthers will do down in NFL history. It was the first-ever to have each selection focused on defense as new head coach Matt Rhule and general manager Marty Hurney look to build the foundations for s successful future.

The newest recruits now have jersey numbers to call their own following as a recent team announcement. They can use this as a source of inspiration as they look to emulate other prominent figures throughout Panthers’ history that have achieved considerable success.

Former Auburn defensive tackle Derrick Brown was taken over linebacker Isaiah Simmons in the first round.