Carolina Panthers general manager Marty Hurney has transformed the wide receiver position since taking over as an interim in July 2017 after Dave Gettleman was fired. The move from big bodied outside receivers to more dynamic route runners and those with an ability to create plays after the catch was apparent.
In just under two years Hurney has parted ways with former first-round pick Kelvin Benjamin and second-round selection Devin Funchess. He’s also chosen a receiver in both drafts since taking over, including another first-round pick used on D.J. Moore prior to last season.