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2017 NFL Mock Draft: Carolina Panthers

By Kyle Davis

Oct 16, 2016; New Orleans, LA, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) before a game against the New Orleans Saints at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 16, 2016; New Orleans, LA, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) before a game against the New Orleans Saints at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports /
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Sep 4, 2016; Austin, TX, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish offensive lineman Sam Mustipher (53) and offensive lineman Quenton Nelson (56) and offensive lineman Mike McGlinchey (68) during the game against the Texas Longhorns at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 4, 2016; Austin, TX, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish offensive lineman Sam Mustipher (53) and offensive lineman Quenton Nelson (56) and offensive lineman Mike McGlinchey (68) during the game against the Texas Longhorns at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports /

#2  Mike McGlinchey – OT – Notre Dame

With their second pick in the draft, Carolina decides to stick with the big men and develop on their offensive line.  After having some injury problems this season at the position, as well as just some general concern, this could even be a position targeted in the first round or in Free Agency.

McGlinchey may not even be available with this pick, but if he is, he will be a great fit.  At 6’7″ 310 pounds, McGlinchey is currently the 4th rated prospect at OT by cbssports.com.

After playing RT before Ronnie Stanley left for the NFL Draft last season, McGlinchey has played LT to protect Quarterback DeShone Kizer’s blind side this season.  He has been extremely efficient, providing great size, a wide base, and picks up blocks very well.

Mike has been sound in all aspects of blocking but could use some enhancements at the NFL level.  Many say he needs a little more strength to compliment his already large frame.  He could also use a little bit of work on foot quickness to keep up with speedy edge rushers.  Lastly, he could get better at run blocking, which would have to happen on a Panthers team that loves to run the football.

A good prospect at this point in the draft, McGlinchey could be heading to Charlotte.

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