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Could a new quarterback join the franchise early in the 2022 draft?

It took 108 days but coach Matt Rhule finally earned an endorsement from Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper.

Latest reports from around the league suggest the Panthers don't seem to be in love with drafting a QB at the sixth overall pick.

Will one of the draft’s best blockers be available at No. 5? Plus, Matt Corral’s stock, the Seahawks’ future at QB and more.

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The NFL draft is a couple of days away and soon the Panthers will be on the clock.

According to Josina Anderson, league execs are particularly curious about what the Panthers will do with the draft's sixth overall pick.

Our latest projection has just two quarterbacks taken in the first round, and none until the second half, while six defenders fly off within the first 10 picks.

According to ESPN's Todd McShay, "all signs are pointing toward" the Panthers drafting an OL with the sixth overall pick.

Just as FOX Sports Radio1340's Sheena Quick reported last week, Ian Rapoport noted that the Panthers are unlikely to trade for Browns QB Baker Mayfield before the 2022 draft.

The Panthers could still trade for Mayfield but it makes sense for them to wait until at least after they pick in the first round:

North Carolina’s unexpected run to the men’s basketball national championship game this season won’t be such a surprise if it happens next year. After Sunday’s announcement that sophomore guard Caleb Love will return for his junior season, the Tar Heels will be considered one of the frontrunners.