We’re counting down the days until the Panthers kick off the 2022 season.
We’re 35 days away from the Panthers 2022 season opener, so that means today’s countdown piece is devoted to No. 35 on the roster — cornerback Kalon Barnes.
The Panthers drafted the 23-year-old Barnes (6’0, 185) in the seventh round (No. 242 overall) of the 2022 NFL Draft. He played college football at Baylor.
Below is a brief summary of his college career, courtesy of the team’s website:
Played four seasons at Baylor (2018-21). Barnes set a combine record with his 40 time of 4.23, the fastest by a defensive player. Made career high 24 tackles after starting 10 games in senior season in 2021. Added three tackles for loss and an interception. Won the 100-meter outdoor sprint at 10.43 at the USC Invitational in 2019 as a member of the track team.
Barnes will compete with Madre Harper, Duke Dawson, Devin Jones, Stantley Thomas-Oliver and Chris Westry for a depth spot in the secondary, so it’s likely that he’ll have to show he can contribute on special teams if he wants the best shot at making the 53-man roster.
What are you expecting from Barnes this year, Panthers fans? Do you think he’ll make the 53-man roster? Why or why not? Share your thoughts with us!