No. 152: West Virginia S Kenny Robinson
It became apparent with this pick that the Panthers made ball skills a top priority this year. At both West Virginia and in the XFL, Robinson showed excellent anticipation attacking the ball. He totaled seven interceptions in college and two more playing for the St. Louis Battlehawks this year.
While Pride’s size is a question mark, it’s an obvious plus for Robinson. He measures in at 6-foot-3, 191 pounds, which makes him a big specimen for a defensive back. Like Chinn, he also has the ability to play multiple spots. His best fit is playing the centerfield safety role, which makes him an ideal backup behind Tre Boston. If the Panthers want to get him on the field faster, he could also wind up playing some slot corner.
If Phil Snow can reign in his aggressive instincts a bit, Robinson should develop into a quality starter. Getting him this late was an excellent value.
Grade: A-