The Carolina Panthers could stand to add another wide receiver. Banking on Xavier Legette, Jimmy Horn Jr., or Brycen Tremayne to emerge as a reliable third option behind Tetairoa McMillan and Jalen Coker isn’t exactly a comfortable plan.
They don’t need to chase a superstar like A.J. Brown or spend a first-round pick on someone like Makai Lemon. What makes the most sense is a solid, middle-tier receiver — ideally a true WR3.
That’s where to WR comes into play. He fits the role and is available, though Panthers fans may cringe at the idea given his past altercation with Tre’von Moehrig in San Francisco.
Jennings may be a polarizing figure, but he’s coming off a productive season. His 55 receptions for 643 yards and nine touchdowns on 90 targets would have easily ranked him as Carolina’s second-most effective pass-catcher last year.
Because of that, the Panthers would be wise to at least explore the option. Sports Illustrated fantasy analyst Nick Raducanu suggests Jennings could command a Jakobi Meyers-type contract — roughly three years, $60 million — a deal that would be manageable for Carolina.
“The Panthers took a big step forward by winning the NFC South, but outside of rookie Tetairoa McMillan, the passing attack lacked consistency,” Raducanu wrote. “Jalen Coker flashed late, but adding Jennings as a WR2 opposite McMillan would significantly help.”
Raducanu also noted that Jennings’ role and fantasy output likely wouldn’t change much with Bryce Young under center compared to Brock Purdy.
Adding Jennings would give Carolina an intriguing receiver group. While he may not leapfrog Coker on the depth chart, a core of McMillan, Coker, Jennings, and Legette would be a strong foundation.
If the Panthers can then address tight end through the draft or free agency, the offense would be well-rounded — potentially unlocking another breakout season for Bryce Young and taking the unit to a new level.