The 2026 NFL Draft may be over, but that doesn’t mean the weekend is over for the 2026 rookie class. Every draft eligible player who wasn’t selected is now free to sign with any team in the league. While most of these guys will never make a roster or an impact in the NFL, there are a few gems who slip through the cracks and help elevate their teams. Think of names in the Panthers history like J.J. Jansen, Andrew Norwell, and Jalen Coker. So let’s take a look at who has the potential to be this year’s diamond in the rough:

Round 3 (83): Chris Brazzell, Wide Receiver, Tennessee

Round 4 (129): Will Lee III, Defensive Back, Texas A&M

Round 7 (227): Jackson Kuwatch, Linebacker, Miami University