Cat Crave

● By Jared Feinberg
Talk about a blockbuster trade. On Friday, the Carolina Panthers made their move. They traded up with the Chicago Bears for the No. 1 overall selection in the 2023 NFL Draft in exchange for star wide receiver D.J. Moore, No. 9 overall, No. 61 overall, a 2024 first-round pick, and a 2025 second-rounder. It is a massive haul in the Panthers’ efforts to find the franchise’s future at quarterback. With the move, it is all but sure that the team is likely taking what they believe is their future starter for the next 10-15 years at the sport’s most important position. One of the biggest stories from this deal is Moore being sent off to the Bears and the team sacrificing their top offensive playmaker. The former 2018 first-round selection from Maryland was a fan favorite and would’ve been a vital part of the soon-to-be rookie quarterback’s development.