2. Carolina Panthers
The Carolina Panthers passing attack lives and dies with rookie Tetairoa McMillan. While the top-10 pick is having a strong start to the season, Carolina should add another reliable option to make life easier for Bryce Young. Perhaps a healthy Jalen Coker can step into the WR2 role, but an A.J. Brown trade would give this team a known commodity at the position. At 1-3, Carolina’s season is close to being over, but that shouldn’t prevent them from going after Brown. Turning Bryce Young into a franchise quarterback is the top priority for this team, and Brown could help accomplish that goal.
Aug 8, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Panthers wide receiver Jalen Coker (18) celebrates with quarterback Bryce Young (9) after a touchdown catch in the first quarter at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images