Why Sam Darnold’s asking price is tempting for the Panthers

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Could a lower asking price for Sam Darnold tempt the Carolina Panthers into trading for the quarterback during the 2021 NFL Draft?

Sam Darnold’s future with the New York Jets is firmly up in the air with the team set to use the No. 2 overall selection on BYU sensation Zach Wilson. The former first-round pick endured a stuttering start to his NFL career under head coach Adam Gase, which might see the new regime take their chances elsewhere with a college prospect who comes with a ton of upside.

This might be a little harsh on Darnold considering the lack of talent around him for the most part. But the NFL is a what have you done for me lately business…