Panthers trade for top pick in 2023 NFL Draft

Darin Gantt

CHARLOTTE - The Panthers couldn't assure themselves a rookie quarterback in the first round, not while picking ninth overall.

That's why they're no longer picking ninth.

The Panthers are close to making a bold move to trade up to the top overall pick in this year's draft thanks to a deal with the Chicago Bears Friday.

According to multiple reports, the Panthers will send the Bears t