Jonathon Brooks

Barrett sees Brooks as a ninth-round upside pick with enough talent, receiving ability and pass protection skill to potentially win Carolina’s starting job outright.

McFarland believes Brooks finally has a chance to show the talent that made him a second-round NFL pick, with a healthier offseason and a backfield that offers a path to meaningful work.

Smola sees Brooks as a cheap upside back whose receiving ability alone could help him beat his RB45-level price, with room for much more if he earns a larger share of Carolina’s backfield.