What is the story about?
With the 129th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft the Carolina Panthers have selected Will Lee III.
Accolades
Consistent ball production (28 pass deflections in past 3 seasons)
12 and 13 starts in last two seasons
Bottom line
Lee provides a back-up option behind current starters Jaycee Horn and Mike Jackson. He fits the size profile the team has gravitated towards under defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero.
Strengths
Lengthy with skills to handle press man
Triggers downfield on underneath passes very well
Weaknesses
Notable amount of penalties; 6
holding and PI calls in 2025
Play strength is not ideal
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