Panthers Secure Derrick Brown with $96M Extension

Carolina Panthers prioritize defense by locking in Pro Bowl DT Derrick Brown through 2028, marking a significant commitment to their defensive rebuild.

Panthers sign Derrick Brown to a four-year, $96 million extension, including over $63 million guaranteed.
Brown's deal ranks him as the fourth-highest paid defensive tackle in the NFL, reflecting his Pro Bowl season and record-breaking performance.
Carolina's defense, undergoing major changes, retains a key player amidst the departure of other first-round picks and defensive talents.
Brown's extension ends a trend of the Panthers losing first-round picks shortly after their rookie deals, signaling a new era under general manager Dan Morgan.
The extension is part of a broader defensive overhaul for the Panthers, who aim to improve upon their previous season's performance.