Panthers Sign Phillips for $120M, Risking Playoff Hopes

0:00This is Corey with NFL News Today, powered by the Daily News Now. Subscribe for daily updates on your team. The Carolina Panthers made ways in free agency by signing Edge Russia, Jalen Phillips, to a four-year contract worth 120 million. Dollars with 80 million dollars guaranteed. This comes as the team has a critical season for quarterback Bryce Young and head coach Dave Canales with no winning record since 2017. Their past rush ranked 30 second last year, prompting this big investment to replace Brian Burns, who left for the Giants. Phillips brings a higher pressure rate than Burns, but has turned those into far fewer sacks. Injuries have sidelined him in 40% of his pro seasons, and he managed just 12.5 sacks over his last three years. Still, with a thin free agent class ahead, Carolina saw upside in his potential despite the risks. Fans and analysts see this as a make or break swing for owner David Tepper, who has yet

1:00to see a playoff win. It could boost their defense or highlight roster limits after last season's division title and wild car loss. The move earned a B-grade for its boldness amid injury concerns. Meanwhile, teams like the Colts resigned wider receiver Alec Pierce for $114 million, and the chiefs added running back, Kenneth Walker. This DNA story is thanks to our sponsor details in the description, a pillow that sounds as good as it feels.