2026 NFL Draft Central | Carolina Panthers

Watch new Panthers OT Monroe Freeling get the call welcoming him to Carolina after he was selected with the 19th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.

The Georgia offensive tackle adds some long-term talent to the offensive line, bringing size and athleticism.

The South Carolina native will only have to travel three-hours to join the Panthers, giving him a chance to stay home, something that hasn't set in yet for the ecstatic offensive lineman. 

Get to know the Panthers newest offensive lineman, Monroe Freeling, drafted No. 19 overall Thursday night during the first round of the 2026 NFL draft. 

Watch first-round pick Monroe Freeling speak to the media after being drafted 19th overall to the Carolina Panthers in the 2026 NFL Draft.

The Panthers are not pigeonholing their first round pick into any particular side of the line, or any spot on the depth chart. They just know he's a talent. 

View photos of offensive tackle Monroe Freeling during his years at Georgia, drafted by Carolina in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft.

Watch as the Carolina Panthers select Georgia offensive tackle Monroe Freeling in Round 1 of the 2026 NFL Draft with the No. 19 overall pick.

Check out a collection of who media outlets are projecting for the Panthers at No. 19 overall in the 2026 NFL draft, in our final mock draft ahead of draft. 

Check out a collection of who media outlets are projecting for the Panthers at No. 19 overall in the 2026 NFL draft, in our mock draft version 7.0. 

Check out a collection of who media outlets are projecting for the Panthers at No. 19 overall in the 2026 NFL draft, in our mock draft version 6.0. 

Check out a collection of who media outlets are projecting as the best No. 19 overall picks for the Carolina Panthers in the 2026 NFL Draft, in our fifth mock draft.

Check out who a collection of media outlets are projecting as the best No. 19 overall picks for the Carolina Panthers in the 2026 NFL Draft, as the pre-draft circuit cranks up.

Check out who a collection of media outlets are projecting as the best No. 19 overall picks for the Carolina Panthers in the 2026 NFL Draft, as the draft circuit cranks up.

Check out who a collection of media outlets are projecting as the best No. 19 overall picks for the Carolina Panthers in the 2026 NFL Draft, as the all-star circuit cranks up.

Check out who a collection of media outlets are projecting as the best No. 19 overall picks for the Carolina Panthers in the 2026 NFL Draft, as the all-star circuit cranks up.

View photos of Panthers players as they arrive for the first day of voluntary offseason workouts on Monday, April 20th.

See who has been selected at pick No. 19 since 2000.

View photos of of Carolina's first-round draft picks through the years.

Check out photos of each draft pick the Carolina Panthers selected in the 2025 NFL Draft from their college years.

View photos of first round draft pick, Tetairoa McMillan as he arrives in Charlotte to celebrate with fans, tour Bank of America Stadium, and bang the Keep Pounding Drum for the very first time.

View photos of the draft stage and set up in Green Bay for the NFL Draft.

Get an exclusive look at the Panthers Draft Room as they made their first-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.

In our final position preview ahead of the 2026 NFL draft, we take a look at the interior defensive line prospects to gauge how they might fight in with the Panthers. 

It's a deep inside linebacker class in the 2026 draft. Get to know a few of the talented guys that could catch the eye of the Carolina Panthers. 

There are some top pass-rushers in this year's class of edges which should interest the Panthers even with considerable investments there in recent years.

Ahead of the 2026 NFL draft, we take a look at the safety group, and consider how much of a need that is for the Panthers now and into the future.

Ahead of the 2026 NFL draft, we take a look at the cornerback group, and consider how much of a need that is for the Panthers now and into the future.

Ahead of the 2026 NFL draft, we take a look at the wide receiver class, breaking down their college careers, and how they might impact an NFL club like the Carolina Panthers. 

Ahead of the 2026 NFL draft, we'll preview every position with a look at some of the top prospects one each unit. 

The Panthers made moves in free agency to fill the starting lineup, but they clearly need to add some young players to the mix to keep the unit strong for the future.

Ahead of the 2026 NFL draft, we take a look at the running backs class, examining what they have done over their college career and what they might bring to an NFL club, like the Carolina Panthers. 

Ahead of the 2026 NFL draft, we take a look at the tight end class, examining what they have done over their college career and what they might bring to an NFL club, like the Carolina Panthers.

In this episode, JJ and Luke welcome their first ever guest to the pod, GM and President of Football Operations for the Carolina Panthers, Dan Morgan as he prepares for this week's NFL Draft. Plus, Luke's weekend in Canton, J.J.'s nachos, and a special birthday surprise for our soon-to-be Hall of Fame Co-host!

In this episode, J.J. and Luke talk draft, free agent signings across the league.

In their third episode, JJ and Luke discuss Luke's recent venture into flag football, how the dust settled after free agency, and what the Panthers will look like going into the draft.

In their second episode, JJ and Luke discuss the start of free agency week, how it may impact the Panthers and the rest of the league.

In their first episode together, JJ and Luke break down the NFL Combine experience - and what actually happens inside team interviews. Plus, a quick dive into franchise tag season, what it means for the Carolina Panthers, and the balance between fit and money in free agency.