GREEN BAY, Wis. (KGUN) — Lathan Ransom, a graduate of Salpointe Catholic High School in Tucson, has been selected in the 2025 NFL Draft by the Carolina Panthers.
The Carolina Panthers chose Ransom with the 122nd overall pick during the fourth round of the draft, held at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
He joins Wildcat Tetaroia McMillan in Carolina.
Ransom's football journey began in Tucson, where he excelled as a defensive back and wide receiver for the Salpointe Catholic Lancers.
As a senior, he led the team to a 10-1 record and was recognized as one of the top players in Arizona, earning a spot in the 2020 All-American Bowl.
At Ohio State University, Ransom developed into a standout safety over five seasons, becoming a semifinalist for the Jim Thorpe Award, given to the nation's top defensive back.
Ransom joins Bijon Robinson to the list of Tucson-area athletes making their mark in the NFL.
KGUN 9 will continue to provide updates on Ransom's transition to the NFL and his impact with the Panthers.
