Dillon Joins Panthers, Eagles Stay Steady at RB

0:00It's March 18th, here's your NFL news in two minutes. Subscribe to stay locked in all season. AJ Dillon, the running back who spent last season with the Philadelphia Eagles, has signed a one-year deal with the Carolina Panthers. He joined Philly as a free agent before the 2025 campaign and served as the number two option behind Sequan Barkley. Dillon appeared in just seven games with his snaps dropping off sharply late in the year. Earlier this week, reports confirmed the move, filling a gap in Carolina's backfield after they lost Rico Doudal. Dillon joins Tuba Hubbard and others, bringing his solid conditioning to the mix. He's not the first Eagle heading south, either. Edge rusher Jalen Phillips inked a huge four-year, $120 million contract with the Gone. Panthers this offseason. Fans and insiders see Dillon as a reliable veteran presence, even if his on-field impact was limited in Philly. He kept spirits high in the locker room during a tough stretch for the team.

1:01For Carolina, it's a low-risk addition to boost depth without breaking the bank. Meanwhile, the Eagles running back group stay steady heading into 2026. Barkley remains the star-lead back, complemented nicely by tank Bigsby speed as the change of pace guy. Depth pieces like Will Shipley and Carson Steel round things out. Overall, Dillon gets a fresh shot at more carries elsewhere, while Philly moves forward with a familiar setup that worked well down the stretch last year. Special thanks to our sponsor for supporting this episode. What is cooler than cool? A pillow that plays your sound. S-O-L-I-SOLYPILLOW.COM