Panthers Pick Vernon Butler In NFL Draft

CHICAGO — The Carolina Panthers chose defensive tackle Vernon Butler from Louisiana Tech with the 30th pick in the first round of the 2016 NFL Draft.

Louisiana Tech defensive lineman Vernon Butler is seen at the NFL football scouting combine Sunday, Feb. 28, 2016, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Gregory Payan)

The NFL commissioner Roger Goodell, announced the 30th pick in the  2016 NFL Draft, broadcast on ESPN.

Panthers choose LSU DT Vernon Butler as the 30th pick in the first round of the NFL Draft.

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