Panthers Agree to Deal With Jaelan Phillips
The Carolina Panthers addressed their need for pass-rush help on the first day of the NFL’s free agency negotiating period.
According to multiple reports, including NFL Network, the Panthers have agreed to terms with outside linebacker Jaelan Phillips. The 26-year-old defender has recorded 28 sacks during his five NFL seasons.
Phillips spent last season with the Philadelphia Eagles after being traded from the Miami Dolphins.
Carolina struggled to pressure quarterbacks last season, finishing tied for 28th in the NFL with 30 sacks. Rookie outside linebacker Nic Scourton and defensive tackle Derrick Brown led the team with five sacks each.
