Yetur Gross-Matos

Overall, an extremely long and powerful defender who's a perfect fit as a 4-3 EDGE. Lacks true explosiveness off the LOS, but more than makes up for it with his power and active hands. Has active hands, but yet still lacks refinement from a technique perspective. Excellent contributor in the run game, as well. Good tackler and will be a tone setter for a defense. Limited overall upside due to his lack of explosiveness or twitch, but could be very good when able to combine his power with refined technique.

Yetur Gross-Matos selected No. 38 by Carolina Panthers

The Carolina Panthers have selected defensive end Yetur Gross-Matos with the No. 38 overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft.

Fantasy Impact

The Panthers continue building up their defensive line after adding Auburn DT Derrick Brown with the seventh overall pick on Thursday night. Gross-Matos will only help bolster that unit. The Penn State alum is an effective pass rusher and run defender who totaled at least eight sacks in each of the past two seasons. Carolina spent the off-season solidifying their offense under new coach Matt Rhule. So far they are using the draft to strengthen the defense.