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Panthers' rookie additions excite Kuechly
So it's no surprise the Panthers second-year middle linebacker was pretty excited when Carolina fulfilled his wish and selected Utah defensive tackle Star Lotulelei with the 14th pick in last month's NFL draft.
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Most indispensable players: Purdue
Now that spring practice is over, we're examining the most indispensable players on each Big Ten team for the 2013 season.
Panthers sign second round draft pick Kawann Short
Short, a defensive tackle from Purdue, was the 44th overall pick in April's NFL draft.
Rivera likes what he sees from tackles
Then again, he didn't expect Purdue's Kawann Short would be there in the middle of the second round.
Similar position, different roles
Star Lotulelei and Kawann Short, the Panthers' first- and second-round picks in the April draft, are both big and play defensive tackle.
Purdue's Russell driven by Den tradition
Purdue's reputation for producing great quarterbacks is recognized throughout college football, as names like Brees, Griese, Herrmann, Dawson and Everett are linked to the program.
Kawann Short Insurance for Star Lotulelei?
Yes, Star Lotulelei was rated by many experts, back in January and February, as the #1 overall prospect in the entire NFL Draft, or at the very least among the top three.
NFL analyst: Dallas Cowboys' draft was - the worst of anybody in the NFL on paper'
COWBOYS DRAFT GRADE ROUNDUP: The true verdict on the Cowboys' 2013 draft class won't be in for a few years, but that won't stop draft experts from across the county from weighing in on how Dallas fared.
2013 NFL Draft: DT Kawann Short was a smart 2nd round pick for the Panthers
The Carolina Panthers double-dipped at the defensive tackle position in the first two rounds of the 2013 NFL Draft when they took Star Lotulelei and Kawann Short, respectively.
Thompson: Big Ten's NFL draft fortunes will rise again
Some critics of the Big Ten have pointed out that Frederick's selection indicates a decline in the league's talent.
Draft review: What analysts are saying
Some NFL Draft analysts believed the Panthers dropped the ball by passing on the defensive back position.
Kawann Short And Later Picks Reveal Gettleman's Draft Philosophies
Leading up to the draft, first-year GM Dave Gettleman made it clear that he wanted to build the Panthers from the inside out.
The Carolina Panthers raised some eyebrows on Friday night when they drafted Kawann Short, defensive tackle out of Purdue, with the 44th pick in the NFL Draft.
Former Purdue football players agree to free agent deals
Three former Boilermakers have agreed to rookie free agent deals following the conclusion of Saturday's NFL Draft.
N.Y. Giants select Ohio State tackle
The former Ohio State defensive tackle was selected by the New York Giants with the 49th overall pick of the NFL Draft today.
NFL Draft 2013: New England Patriots Day 2 draft projections
We've already addressed what the New England Patriots' mindset might be heading into Day 2 of the 2013 NFL Draft and who the top prospects still available on the board are.
Panthers general manager Dave Gettleman has been to six Super Bowls during his 25-plus years in the NFL and is convinced the only way to reach that summit is to assemble a great defensive line rotation.
2013 NFL Draft Round 2: Top 10 Best available players for Oakland
Following the first round of the 2013 NFL Draft, what are the ten best available players to fit the Raiders' needs? The 2013 NFL draft moves into the second round and as expected, there are still some good players on the board for the Raiders .
Indiana bill banning secret videotaping fails
Indianapolis has selected an offensive lineman in the third round of the NFL Draft.
Panthers Select DT Kawann Short in the 2nd Round
Wow...after getting Star Lotulelei in the first we did not expect the Panthers to double down at DT.