Panthers Seek Budget-Friendly Pass Rushers

0:00For the NFL, it's March 6th, here's what's happening. The Carolina Panthers had a rough time getting after the quarterback last season. They managed just 35 sacks, tying them for 20th in the league. That was well behind top teams, like the Raiders, with 64 and others around 60. Without a star edge rusher, putting up double digits, it was mostly a group effort from guys like Derek Brown and rookie Nick Scorden, each with 5. Teams without that dominant pass rusher often struggle to disrupt plays. For the Panthers, too many opposing quarterbacks walked off with clean jerseys, lacking those key grass stains from pressure. Now heading into free agency, Carolina knows they cannot splurge on an elite name, so they are eyeing smarter, cheaper options. These are rotational players who could add some heat without busting the salary cap. Think low-risk deals under $5 million each. Guys proven to generate pressures and a few sacks as backups. Fans and analysts see this as a practical way to build depth, rather than chasing a big

1:02splash. Standouts include 25-year-old Aziz Ojilari, who has 22 career sacks when healthy and could come cheap around $2 million. Then there is cleanland feral with 11.5 sacks over recent years across teams. And Eric Wilson, a 31-year-old linebacker, fresh off. Higher high, 6.5 sacks, and over 100 tackles. Meanwhile, lay bloomers like 29-year-old Justin Schronad with 75 sacks lately and interior alignment Tim Settle, who had five. Sacks last year, fit the bill too. Adding one or two could help the Panthers climb in 2026 without major spending. This story is made possible by our sponsor. You know what is better than earbuds in bed? No earbuds at all, S-O-L-I, solelypillow.com.