2011 NFL Mock Draft: Carolina Panthers Select Franchise Player in Cam Newton

April 26, 2011   ·   Gabe Zaldivar   ·   Jump to comments

Cam Newton is Consensus First Pick in 2011 NFL Mock Draft

There is nothing like being the top overall selection at the NFL draft. Seeing as how I never excelled at the sport, I have to go by hearsay to make that statement.
Cam Newton is about to experience what every little football fan dreams of when he was a kid. He will stand amidst his peers and be taken first. At least, that is what popular opinion deems.
Here is a rundown on the Carolina Panthers, and what our experts think they will do with their first overall selection.
Todd McShay ESPN: Cam Newton QB
Scenario 1: The information I'm hearing about this pick is not changing, so for now I'm working with the assumption that Newton is the pick.
Scenario 2: Address a pressing need at defensive tackle with Alabama's Marcell Dareus, who I believe is the best player in this class.
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Mel Kiper ESPN:Cam Newton QB
If talent...

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