Carolina sent Oakland pick No. 202 for No. 216 and a 2010…
Carolina sent Oakland pick No. 202 for No. 216 and a 2010 sixth-rounder. The Panthers selected Captain Munnerlyn and, a year later, Greg Hardy. Munnerlyn became a long-term starting nickel corner and returner, while Hardy produced 34 sacks in five Carolina seasons, including 15 in 2013. Oakland selected Brandon Myers, who became a productive starting tight end. The Raiders got real value, but Carolina's two-player return was exceptional.
Carolina Panthers Received
- pick 2009 7th round pick (216th overall, Captain Munnerlyn)
- pick 2010 6th round pick (175th overall, Greg Hardy)
Las Vegas Raiders Received
- pick 2009 6th round pick (202nd overall, Brandon Myers)
Trade Analysis
Why Carolina Traded Down
The Panthers sent the 202nd pick in the 2009 draft to Oakland for No. 216 and the Raiders' 2010 sixth-round selection. It was a classic late-round move-down: Carolina sacrificed 14 spots for an additional future chance while remaining in position to select a developmental player.
What Oakland Received
The Raiders used No. 202 on Iowa tight end Brandon Myers. He became a useful player, appearing in 58 games over four Oakland seasons and starting 28. His breakthrough came in 2012, when he caught 79 passes for 806 yards and four touchdowns. That is excellent sixth-round production and deserves a strong grade on Oakland's side.
What Carolina Received
Carolina selected Captain Munnerlyn at No. 216. He became a long-term defensive back and returner, playing seven Panthers seasons across two stints and starting regularly in the slot. The future sixth-round pick became No. 175 in 2010, used on Greg Hardy. On the field, Hardy produced 34 sacks for Carolina, including 11 in 2012 and 15 in 2013. The two selections generated far more combined impact than a typical late-round package.
Why This Trade Still Matters
Oakland did not lose because Myers failed; he was a genuine hit. Carolina won because both acquired selections became substantial contributors, with Munnerlyn supplying longevity and Hardy supplying a high-level pass-rush peak.
Final Verdict
Carolina Panthers Win. Carolina earns an A+ for hitting twice on late selections. Oakland receives a B- because Myers became a productive starter, but one good tight end could not match the combined value of Munnerlyn and Hardy.