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QB26 insightsLatest Aug 7, 2026
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PositiveRoleAug 7, 2026Cat Scratch Reader
Undrafted QB who checked in during the Hall of Fame Game and led the Panthers to a game-winning rushing touchdown on the final play. Displayed poise running through progressions, made quality throws including a touchdown pass to Ja'seem Reed, executed a 28-yard scramble on 3rd and 14 to save a critical drive, and showed composure despite preseason context. Cris Collinsworth noted he looked capable despite being undrafted due to arm-strength questions, suggesting the Panthers may have found quality quarterback depth with an UDFA.
NegativeInjuryAug 7, 2026SleeperNFL
PositiveProjectionAug 6, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL
Haynes King is projected to score a touchdown at 29% probability (trading at 28 cents on Kalshi). The source expects King to run the Panthers offense for the better part of three quarters after Kenny Pickett's departure, citing his 2025 ACC Offensive Player of the Year award and breakout senior season with 953 rushing yards on 185 attempts. The source notes King is fantastic in open space and expects Dave Canales to call his number to evaluate his talent.
PositiveProjectionAug 6, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL
Haynes King is expected to play significant minutes behind Kenny Pickett in the Hall of Fame Game and has the highest probability (29%) of any active player to score a touchdown. In his final year at Georgia Tech, King rushed for 15 touchdowns in 12 games, averaging 79.4 yards per game on the ground with 5.2 yards per carry; his probability to rush for 25+ yards is 69% and 50+ yards is 21%, suggesting he could see a big debut if he gets in early enough.
PositiveProjectionAug 5, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL
King is the best value touchdown scorer at 26% probability in the Hall of Fame Game; the undrafted rookie QB is expected to play at least a half with Bryce Young not taking the field and Kenny Pickett limited to a few drives. His rugged running ability—he scored 15 rushing touchdowns last season at Georgia Tech and was one of just two Power 4 QBs in 2025 to force 25+ missed tackles and rack up 30+ runs of 10+ yards—will likely be on full display as he fights for a roster spot.