Baker Mayfield traded to Panthers: Using advanced analytics to determine Mayfield's Fantasy impact in Carolina

Carolina's carousel of mediocrity at the QB position appears set to continue, as the Panthers sent a 2024 conditional fifth-round selection to the Cleveland Browns for former number one overall pick Baker Mayfield. This trade signals a merciful end to the Sam Darnold era and quite possibly provides the Panthers' offensive weapons with the best passer they've had in quite some time.

Mayfield endured his fair share of struggles during his tenure with the Browns, but he often resembled a league-average QB during his time leading Kevin Stefanski's offense.

A league-average QB is all that D.J. Moore and Christian McCaffrey need. It's quite possible that Moore and McCaffrey will be the two best receiving weapons that Mayfield has had at his disposal.

What does the advanced data suggest about Mayfield's fit as a Panther? He'll provide an upgrade over Darnold in nearly every facet of the game -- some improvements present the opportunity for Mayfield to elevate the game of D.J. Moore's game specifically. Carolina's immensely talented fifth-year receiver has topped 1,100 yards in three consecutive seasons, but he has yet to crack the 1,200-yard mark or finish with more than four touchdowns -- is 2022 the year that it all comes together for Moore?

How does Baker Mayfield compare to Sam Darnold, Teddy Bridgewater, and other former Carolina quarterbacks? And how high can D.J. Moore fly after the QB upgrade? ... Join SportsLine right now to see Jacob Gibbs' advanced analytical breakdown of the Russell Wilson trade, all from an analytics-driven expert who has crushed it in rankings accuracy long-term!