Panthers Rookie Brady Christensen on Playing on Right Side of Line, Transitioning to NFL | Eastern NC Now

Publisher's Note: This post appears here courtesy of The Chalorre Observer. The author of this post is Alaina Getzenberg.


    Brigham Young University's Pro Day in March made headlines because of quarterback Zach Wilson, who was ultimately selected second overall in the 2021 NFL draft by the New York Jets.

    One of the key players who blocked for Wilson, however, also caught some attention, thanks to an impressive performance that day, including running a 4.89 40-yard dash. With Carolina Panthers general manager Scott Fitterer and offensive coordinator Joe Brady in attendance, Brady Christensen took full advantage of the opportunity and showed off his athletic abilities.

    He made enough of an impression to be drafted in third round by a Panthers team in need of help on the offensive line. Then the critiques came in. The team traded back and watched left tackles fly off the board, and then drafted a soon-to-be 25-year old lineman who the staff currently projects more on the right side.

    Christensen has heard it all; his age has already become a joke with some of his teammates. The rookie spoke with The Observer after the conclusion of mandatory minicamp about transitioning to the NFL and his perspective on the commentary surrounding him.

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    Read the full article HERE on The Charlotte Observer.