Panthers move up to nab Nic Scourton

The Carolina Panthers selected Texas A&M edge rusher Nic Scourton in the second round of the 2025 NFL Draft, 51st overall.

Carolina traded pick Nos. 57, 74, 111, and 230 to the Denver Broncos in exchange for Nos. 51, 85, 122, and 208.

The Panthers land one of the most productive pass-rushers at the college level. Scourton recorded 31 tackles for loss and 17 sacks during his Aggies career and was an All-SEC first-team member in 2024. He joins an edge rushing group that features Jadeveon Clowney, Derrick Brown, and DJ Johnson.

Pre-draft profile

Scourton hasn't generated nearly as much attention as Shemar Stewart during the pre-draft process. The athletic profile is a big part of it. Despite him lowering his weight from 2024, Scourton's below-average testing numbers are a far cry from the absurd physical traits of his Texas A&M teammate. But that's only one piece of the puzzle. He's a powerful pass-rusher who, unlike many players making the jump to the professional level, already has an advanced approach. He has a variety of effective moves and sets them up well, and he can counter inside with a nasty spin. Developed hand usage and natural strength should also make him a reliable edge defender in the run game. The athleticism may cap his upside, but Scourton showed far better lateral quickness than his workouts suggest. He has the potential to be a starter who contributes on all three downs.