Panthers 2020 NFL draft: 5 potential surprise picks in the first round

Here are five potential surprise picks for the Panthers this year.

Oregon QB Justin Herbert

Justin Herbert
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Rhule would not rule out picking a quarterback early when he spoke with the media last week. If they are targeting a new potential franchise QB, Herbert (6-foot-6, 237 pounds) is the third best option in this class behind Joe Burrow and Tua Tagovailoa. Marty Hurney also went out of his way to watch Herbert throw at his pro day. Like the team’s last QB1, Herbert has a lot of arm talent to spare and can get things done with his legs, as well. He scored 13 rushing touchdowns at Oregon on top of 95 with his arm.