NFL analyst who predicted Bryce Young, Xavier Legette picks has prediction for Panthers

The analyst picked those two right early on. Can she be right again?

Georgia Bulldogs defensive lineman Mykel Williams face masks Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning in the second quarter at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium Saturday October 19, 2024. / Jay Janner/American-Statesman / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

The Carolina Panthers have been linked to a ton of draft prospects early on. With the draft about a month away, that will only get more common. Mason Graham, Tetairoa McMillan, Tyler Warren, Jalon Walker, James Pearce Jr., Mykel Williams, and others have been tabbed as potential future Panthers.

Out of those, Walker is the most common. The hybrid edge/linebacker fills two positions of need on the Panthers defense, and he's more likely than some others to be both available at eight and not a stretch. However, one insider believes Panthers fans should start studying Mykel Williams.

Natalie Miller, an NFL draft analyst, successfully revealed the early interest in both Bryce Young and Xavier Legette for the Panthers. Now, she's saying there's early buzz around Williams, which means there's a very strong chance that he's the pick.

Natalie was on it when it came to early Bryce Young and Xavier Legette buzz predraft

Could this be three in a row? 🤔 https://t.co/gf17NQAlMC

— Edgar Salmingo, Jr. ✌🏽 (@PanthersAnalyst) March 24, 2025

This would indicate that the Panthers prefer the traditional edge rusher over the hybrid prospect. They do need linebacker and edge help, but Walker can only play one of them at a time, and edge is more pressing. By that logic, Williams makes a little more sense.

There's still a month left for analysts to speculate and reporters to snoop around for any connection, and GM Dan Morgan has kept his plans close to the chest. He could take Walker, Williams, or someone else entirely. He could even trade down and throw everyone for a loop. Just keep an eye on Williams as the draft approaches as he seems to be gaining steam to the Panthers.

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