Friday Mailbag: Would it be a mistake for the Carolina Panthers to not select a wide receiver early in the draft?

So far this offseason, the Carolina Panthers have not invested significantly in the wide receiver position. While that's the case, Panthers GM Dan Morgan stated at the NFL Combine how much he loves the trio of Adam Thielen, Xavier Leggette, and Jalen Coker. The free-agent receiver market also hasn't produced a bunch of high-end options for Carolina to pursue. Despite all that, would it be a mistake for Carolina not to make a significant addition to the group to aid Bryce Young in 2025?The Panthers have options with the eighth overall pick. Currently, the NFL media believes the most likely choice that they'll make is selecting Jalon Walker. Why is Walker the consensus pick for the Panthers?Julian Council answers these questions, among other listener questions, in this week's edition of the Weekly Friday Mailbag. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNFL at monarchmoney.com for 50% off your first year.UpworkVisit Upwork.com right now and post your job for free to connect with top talent and grow your business today!FanDuelRight now, new customers can get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS when your first FIVE DOLLAR BET WINS! Download the app or head to FANDUEL.COM to get started. Bet with FanDuel—Official Partner of the NBA.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.