
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — When the Carolina Panthers drafted wide receiver D.J. Moore in 2018, Steve Smith, by then an analyst for NFL Network, made it clear that he was impressed with the selection.He looked directly into the camera and said: “They have never been able to replace me … until today.”It was a huge compliment from Smith, who throughout his career was known for his competitiveness and desire to prove he was one of the best.Moore, 23, has been solid for the Panthers in his first two seasons. He led the team in receiving yards in 2019 and was top 15 in the NFL in catches (87), receiving yar…
