The 2026 NFL draft netted seven picks for the defending NFC South champions. For the first time since 2023, the Carolina Panthers didn’t use a first-round pick on a wide receiver. On Day 2, general manager Dan Morgan used a third-round selection on University of Tennessee speedster Chirs Brazzell II. The moment Chris Brazzell became a Panther 💙 @budlight | #NFLDraft pic.twitter.com/osSnzIavqF — Carolina Panthers (@Panthers) April 25, 2026 When it comes to dimensions, the 6’4”, 198-pound Brazzell fits right in with the Panthers’ wide receiver room, one that’s comprised of performers such as 2025 NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year Tetairoa McMillan (6’5”, 212), Jalen Coker (6’3”, 213), Xavier Legette (6’3”, 227), and Brycen Tremayne (6’4”,212). However, the former Volunteer offers an element of speed Carolina’s offense has been missing for some time. ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler quoted an AFC scout regarding the team’s third-round addition.…