Mar 1, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Georgia offensive lineman Monroe Freeling (OL24) during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images | Kirby Lee-Imagn Images The Panthers selected Georgia tackle Monroe Freeling at No. 19, shoring up their o-line to protect Bryce Young. Here’s what you need to know.
Stats & Accolades2023: (8 games played)2024: (13 games played, 4 starts)2025: (14 games played, 13 starts), Second-Team All-SECWhat the Panthers are getting:Freeling is a picturesque NFL tackle prospect with a rare combination of size, length, and athleticism. Georgia was able to utilize his skills as a blocker out in space on screens. Freeling looks the part of a bonafide first-round pick at the position but his lack of starting experience in college has scouts questioning his readiness to step in and start right away. There’s a lot to love about his upside, but he’ll have to land with the right coaching staff to warrant that Day 1 pick.StrengthsElite size and length that does not grow on treesAthleticism allows him to be a weapon as a blocker in spaceComfortable passing stunts and staying on top of games by the defenseWeaknessHand placement is erratic on initial punch in pass protectionNeeds to trust his fundamentals when meeting pass rush as the top of their rushInconsistent landmarks in the run gameAthletic Testing/MeasurablesHeight: 6’7”Weight: 315 pounds40-yard dash: 4.93 seconds10-yard split: 1.71 secondsVertical jump: 33.5 inchesBroad jump: 9 feet, 7 inches3-cone drill: N/AShort shuttle: N/ABench Press: N/A