2019 NFL Draft: Four teams likely to trade up in the first round

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SANTA CLARA, CA – FEBRUARY 07: Cam Newton #1 of the Carolina Panthers and Daryl Williams #60 react prior to Super Bowl 50 against the Denver Broncos at Levi’s Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) /

Carolina Panthers

2019 Draft Picks

1st round: 16th overall
2nd round: 47th overall
3rd round: 77th overall
3rd round: 100th overall
4th round: 115th overall
5th round: 154th overall
6th round: 187th overall

The Target: Offensive tackle

Cam Newton was sacked 29 times in 14 games last season, which would seem like a treat if you’re Kirk Cousins, but that doesn’t take into account all the times Newton is hit when he takes off running, which is quite often.

Newton may not even play in 2019 because of the beating his body has taken, and the Panthers know they need to upgrade the offensive line play.

They started by signing Matt Paradis, one of the best centers in the NFL, but they will likely be a team in the market to trade up for a top tackle. Only one of Jonah Williams, Andre Dillard, or Jawaan Taylor is expected to go in the top 10 picks, so the Panthers should pounce on one of them when the top 9 picks have gone by.

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