The long wait is over...somewhat. The first round of the NFL's Annual Selection Metting AKA the NFL Draft is in the books, and DT Vernon Butler found his way to Charlotte. Although the team already has two outstanding defensive tackles and is the one position (other than linebacker) where the team is set. So why the pick?
Frankly, this was obviously Dave Gettleman's decision alone. If you look at his past, this pick fits exactly with his overall strategy. Gettleman doesn't draft for the coming season; he drafts for multiple coming seasons, always keeping that long-range vision in the forefront.