Panthers personnel give insight prior to NFL Draft

"Can't speak highly enough of him, the way he carries himself, his leadership, his confidence," he said. "Can't wait to go out there and protect him and see what he can do."

Hurst shared an update on his recovery from offseason surgery.

Thompson spoke about how Ejiro Evero's defense allows him to be more "visual, fast, and free."

Reich spoke about OTA progress and working with offensive coordinator Thomas Brown.

"They've done it the right way," Watts said. "This is the standard. This is the expectation. This is what we do, and everybody just feeds off of that"

Cooley answered questions on his evaluations of Jammie Robinson, Jaycee Horn, and more.

Lukabu spoke about the defense's learning process as they transition to a new scheme.

Wash answered questions about the new defensive scheme and Shy Tuttle's flexibility along the defensive line.

Hansen spoke about Shaq Thompson adjusting to his role in a new defense and Dom Capers' influence on the linebackers.

Corral discussed participating in OTAs after last season's injury and playing football in the same area as Bryce Young growing up.

Young spoke about learning from veteran Andy Dalton, studying the playbook, and his time at NFLPA Rookie Premiere.

Dalton talked with the media about how his time in the league has helped him become a mentor to younger quarterbacks in the locker room.

Reich recapped the first day of OTAs, gave observations on all quarterbacks, and discussed Jeremy Chinn's versatility in a new defense.

McCown talked about working with Bryce Young and becoming a coach after a long playing career.

Jefferson spoke on his impressions of Mingo throughout the draft process and the progress of his wide receiver group.

Lilly spoke about his thoughts on Tommy Tremble and Hayden Hurst.

Campen spoke to the media about his impressions of the offensive line going into his second year at Carolina.

Tabor discussed his philosophy around competition and discussed filling roles on special teams, including punt and kickoff return.

Evero spoke about Jeremy Chinn as a weapon and shared his excitement for rookies DJ Johnson and Jammie Robinson.

Brown spoke about how having veteran Andy Dalton at quarterback to help younger quarterbacks, including rookie Bryce Young, is the "ideal scenario."

Johnson spoke about moving to professional football and his experience working with Ejiro Evero.

Reich answered questions on minicamp takeaways, potentially signing tryout players, and Bryce Young.

Mingo spoke about forming a connection with former SEC opponent Bryce Young and the words of wisdom he received from Steve Smith Sr. at minicamp.

Young talked about setting the tone at his first day of rookie minicamp and the support from the city of Charlotte in his transition.

Reich spoke about his first impressions of Bryce Young and Jonathan Mingo at rookie minicamp and his excitement for this season's schedule.