The Carolina Panthers have made a significant move to bolster their defense by agreeing to a four-year, $96 million contract extension with standout defensive tackle Derrick Brown. Announced on Friday, the deal includes a substantial $63 million guarantee, underscoring Brown's value to the team.
At $24 million per year, Brown's contract ranks as the fourth-highest in the National Football League (NFL) for his position. He trails only Chris Jones of the Kansas City Chiefs, Christian Wilkins of the Las Vegas Raiders, and Justin Madubuike of the Baltimore Ravens, highlighting the elite status Brown has achieved.
During the offseason, all four of these top players secured extensions, with Brown being the sole exception who chose not to enter free agency. This decision reflects the Panthers' commitment to maintaining a strong and stable defensive lineup.
Since being drafted by the Panthers as the seventh-overall pick in 2020, Derrick Brown has emerged as an elite defender. In the 2022 season, he set a franchise record for a lineman with 67 tackles, a number he proudly surpassed by reaching 103 tackles in the 2023 campaign. His outstanding performance earned him a Pro Bowl debut and contributed to a total of eight sacks over four seasons.
Brown's continued excellence on the field not only enhances the Panthers' defensive capabilities but also promises to keep the team competitive in the highly demanding NFL landscape. Fans and analysts alike are excited to see how this extension will influence the Panthers' performance in the coming years.
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Panthers agree four-year, $96-million extension with DT Derrick Brown
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