Panthers select Jonathan Mingo with the No. 39 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft

With the 39th overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, the Carolina Panthers have selected Jonathan Mingo, a wide receiver from Ole Miss.

Mingo is a big guy who technically spent most of his college career as a slot receiver, but has lined up everywhere from X to tight end. He brings size, versatility, a willingness to fight for contested catches, and an apparent willingness to block.

Add all of that to a guy who has insane athelticism and you get a guy who is a decent depth pick this year with the potential to grow into big name in the Panthers offense. Don’t forget that he’s a rookie in a crowded wide receiver room in Carolina, but all of those traits will help him find the field early and often.

You also shouldn’t expect a huge jump from him right away. His college production implies a strong need for development (or better utilization) in the NFL. At Ole Miss, Mingo caught 112 pass for 1758 yards and 12 touchdowns. That was across a four year career. His senior year was the only year he exceeded 30 catches, he caught 51 passes then for 861 yards and 5 touchdowns.

The Panthers top remaining draft needs:

Edge, LB, CB, DL

The Panthers picks in the 2023 NFL Draft:

• Round 1 (1) Bryce Young
• Round 2 (39) Jonathan Mingo
• Round 3 (93)
• Round 4 (114)
• Round 4 (132)
• Round 5 (145)