The Carolina Panthers have locked in their star defensive tackle, Derrick Brown, with a four-year, $96 million contract extension, ensuring his presence on the team through the 2027 season. The deal, which includes a $63 million guarantee, highlights Brown's rising status in the NFL. Currently, his $24 million annual salary ranks as the fourth-highest among players in his position across the league, trailing only behind Chris Jones, Christian Wilkins, and Justin Madubuike.
Since being drafted seventh overall by the Panthers in 2020, Brown has developed into an elite defender. In the 2022 season, he recorded 67 tackles—setting a franchise record for a lineman—and elevated his performance with 103 tackles in 2023, earning his first Pro Bowl nod. Over four seasons, Brown has also amassed eight sacks, solidifying his role as a cornerstone of the Panthers' defense.
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Panthers agree four-year, $96-million extension with DT Derrick Brown
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