With the 80th overall pick of the 2023 NFL draft, a spot they had to jump up into, the Carolina Panthers selected University of Oregon outside linebacker DJ Johnson. And although the athletic 6-foot-4, 260-pounder is still piecing his potent game together, fans seemed a bit puzzled by the move.
Here are some of the faithful’s reaction to the selection.
Was that trade up necessary to get DJ Johnson? I thought we valued draft capital.
— SalesMan (@95KeepPounding) April 29, 2023
Apparently, Ejiro Evero was super excited to get DJ Johnson.
Maybe I'll trust the staff 😅
— The Päńthêrś Prøwłêr 🤟🏼 (@panthers_price) April 29, 2023
I'm noticing that there's a new generation of people openly questioning the teams decisions, which is such a breath of fresh air. 🤣
No one is perfect and we're still overall happy…but we are definitely doubting the DJ Johnson pick. https://t.co/Q7i3Bb6Edq
— ⚛ Wíñńïňğ Čúłťůřē ⚛ (@BigCheeseTC) April 29, 2023
Congratulations to DJ Johnson. I question whether he can take reps from Marquis Haynes but that’s the beauty of competition.
— The 4 Man Rush (@4ourmanrush) April 29, 2023
I’m glad the panthers got DJ Johnson. Definitely a sleeper
— Pat Coletrain (@PatColetrain) April 29, 2023
DJ Johnson was a need for sure but man… Darnell on the board
— 𓃵 (@Goaty_Szn) April 29, 2023
Fitt was praised for being able to find 💎 on day 2 and 3. He hasn't been able to do that thus far. I don't mind not knowing who Dj Johnson is. A move like this will tell me if Fitt was the right hire to begin with. It's time to live up to your reputation sir.
— Smoove Operator from 4ManRush (@4mr_Smoove) April 29, 2023
My dawg said he doesn’t care what you think about DJ Johnson 😂 pic.twitter.com/7hFO2HAl5W
— Jordan Hunt (@JayyyHunt) April 29, 2023
Be honest, how much film has anybody watched on DJ Johnson? 😭😭
— The 4 Man Rush (@4ourmanrush) April 29, 2023
I understand that there are fans who are NOT happy with our third-round pick.
But if Ejiro Evero believes that DJ Johnson is the best pick for the 3-4 scheme that we’re running, then I’m totally on board with him. #KeepPounding pic.twitter.com/O9fVzPdGFu
— 👀🔴🐶 CHRIS 💙🖤🇺🇦 (@PantherLiferGA) April 29, 2023
