Why he won't wear 89 and more: 5 things to know about Panthers pick D.J. Moore | Charlotte Observer

Carolina Panthers' first-round pick D.J. Moore endured a whirlwind 24 hours that included a FaceTime conversation with quarterback Cam Newton, a late-night cartoon session (SpongeBob Squarepants and The Fairly Oddparents) and an early-morning flight Friday to Charlotte.

After visiting with the Panthers' coaches, staff and players — including fellow former Maryland receiver Torrey Smith — Moore met the Charlotte media during an introductory press conference.

Here are five things we learned:

1. When Marty Hurney said Moore runs like a running back, there’s a good reason.

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