The Bears were looking for a buyer for the first draft pick. It is now done according to Ian Rapoport (NFL Network) since the Panthers sold the house to recover the grail.
The Bears recover the following compensation from the Panthers, in exchange for the only first choice:
- 1st round 2023 (choice #9)
- 1st round 2024
- 2nd round 2023
- 2nd round 2025
- DJ Moore (WR)
Carolina will therefore have the king’s choice to select the quarterback of their dreams, because there is no doubt that such a ransom can only be for a pitcher. The last time they found themselves in the same position was in 2011. They then selected quarterback Cam Newton, who won the MVP title 4 years later and took Carolina to the Super Bowl the same year.
The quarterbacks currently under contract at Carolina are Sam Darnold, PJ Walker and Matt Corral (selected last season in the 3rd round).
