The Panthers claim they haven't finished evaluating prospects, but with the NFL Draft just weeks away the Charlotte Observer surveyed the landscape. Carolina is expected to bring in quarterbacks Cam Newton, Blaine Gabbert and Ryan Mallett in the next week or so. The Observer believes that currently, the Panthers are leaning towards taking Gabbert with the first overall pick. "Maybe it was a case - like figure skating judges - of saving the best marks (or remarks, in this case) for last," wrote Joseph Person. "But [Ron] Rivera seemed to rave about Gabbert, whom team officials worked out and met with last weekend in Missouri before Rivera attended the owners meetings. "Rivera mentioned Gabbert's size, arm, touch and footwork, but said he was most impressed with Gabbert's "presence." When coaches start talking like that, it usually means they like the whole package."