NFL Draft Projections For Former Vols

Jul 17, 2013; Hoover, AL, USA; Tennessee Volunteers offensive lineman Antonio Richardson talks with the media during the 2013 SEC football media days at the Hyatt Regency. Mandatory Credit: Marvin Gentry-USA TODAY Sports

Antonio Richardson — Offensive Tackle — 6’6″/327

What did he do at Tennessee: 

• Started final 24 games of his career at left tackle
• 2013 AP All-SEC second team
• 2013 SEC coaches second team All-SEC
• CBS Sports third team All-American

Projected round: Second round

Draft Projection: Carolina Panthers — Second round — 60th overall selection

The Carolina Panthers lost their starting left tackle Jordan Gross to retirement this past season, so they’ll need to replace his experience somehow.

There are, however, several other areas the Panthers need to address, such as wide receiver.

But the Panthers never do what you expect. Taking an offensive linemen in the second round probably won’t make Carolina fans happy, but it could be a solid move if they can get a player with Richardson’s potential in the second round.