March 2014 - Carolina Panthers Wiretap

DeSean Jackson Has Already Received Interest From Six Teams

Jul 1, 2014 9:46 AM

DeSean Jackson has already received interest from six teams following his release by the Philadelphia Eagles.

The Eagles were unable to trade Jackson when they shopped him for multiple weeks.

The San Francisco 49ers, New York Jets and Seattle Seahawks expressed interest in Jackson via trade.

Ron Rivera has publicly said that the Carolina Panthers are interested in Jackson.

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Tags: Carolina Panthers, New York Jets, Philadelphia Eagles, San Francisco 49ers, Seattle Seahawks, Free Agent Rumor, Misc Rumor

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Rivera: Panthers Can Make Up Steve Smith's Production In Aggregate

Oct 13, 2014 11:05 PM

Ron Rivera believes the Carolina Panthers can replicate the production of Steve Smith in aggregate.

"Look at it this way," Rivera said. "Last year we rushed 15 out of 16 games for 100 yards. We were fourth in the league in total time of possession.

"Our receivers averaged -- as a group, collectively -- 10 catches a game. We have to replace those 10 catches a game. If we are going to continue to run the ball successfully, on the average, we have to make 10 catches a game."

But not all receptions are alike and Smith was fourth in the NFL among wide receivers with 15 missed tackles last season.

Chris Wesseling/NFL.com

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Panthers, Raiders, Jets, Patriots, 49ers Express Interest In Jackson

Oct 13, 2014 11:06 PM

The Carolina Panthers reached out to the Philadelphia Eagles about the availability of DeSean Jackson.

The Oakland Raiders, New York Jets, New England Patriots and San Francisco 49ers are the other teams that have expressed interest.

The Eagles have not responded to Jackson trade rumors, indicating Chip Kelly would like to part ways with the talented wide receiver.

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Tags: Philadelphia Eagles, San Francisco 49ers, Carolina Panthers, New England Patriots, New York Jets, Las Vegas Raiders, Misc Rumor, Trade Rumor

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Antoine Cason Agrees To One-Year Deal With Panthers

Jun 11, 2014 5:39 AM

Antoine Cason has agreed to a one-year deal with the Carolina Panthers.

Cason spent the 2013 season with the Arizona Cardinals after five seasons at cornerback with the San Diego Chargers.

Mike Florio/Pro Football Talk

Tags: Carolina Panthers, Free Agent Rumor, Misc Rumor, Signing

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Jerricho Cotchery Agrees To Deal With Panthers

Oct 6, 2014 11:20 PM

Jerricho Cotchery has agreed to a deal with the Carolina Panthers.

The Panthers are replacing nearly their entire wide receiver corps this offseason.

Cotchery also considered the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Ian Rapoport/NFL.com

Tags: Carolina Panthers, Pittsburgh Steelers, Free Agent Rumor, Misc Rumor, Signing

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Cam Newton To Undergo Ankle Surgery, Four-Month Recovery

Oct 13, 2014 5:34 AM

Cam Newton will undergo surgery on his ankle and will miss four months.

“The ankle was sore after the San Francisco game and we wanted to see if rest would calm it down, but it is still bothering him and the decision was made to address it,” Panthers head athletic trainer Ryan Vermillion said in a statement from the team.

Newton has lost his entire receiver corps this offseason.

Darin Gantt/Pro Football Talk

Tags: Carolina Panthers, Fantasy, Injury

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Brandon LaFell Agrees To $11M Deal With Patriots

Oct 31, 2014 4:55 AM

The New England Patriots have signed Brandon LaFell to a three-year, $11 million deal.

LaFell never lived up to expectations with the Carolina Panthers.

New England also has second-year players Kenbrell Thompkins, Aaron Dobson and Josh Boyce returning to the roster.

Ian Rapoport/NFL.com

Tags: New England Patriots, Carolina Panthers, Free Agent Rumor, Misc Rumor, Signing

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Steve Smith Agrees To $10.5M Deal With Ravens

Oct 30, 2014 11:48 AM

The Baltimore Ravens have agreed upon a three-year deal with Steve Smith worth $10.5 million.

Smith's deal includes a $3.5 million signing bonus.

Ozzie Newsome sealed the deal with Smith before he could meet with the New England Patriots.

Jason La Canfora/CBS Sports

Tags: Baltimore Ravens, Carolina Panthers, New England Patriots, Free Agent Rumor, Misc Rumor, Signing

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Ted Ginn Signs Three-Year Deal With Cardinals

Oct 30, 2014 11:39 AM

The Arizona Cardinals have signed Ted Ginn to a three-year contract.

Ginn will help the Cardinals' return game while also serving as a vertical threat at wide receiver.

Ginn had a breakout season in 2013 with the Carolina Panthers, catching 36 balls for 556 yards.

ESPN

Tags: Arizona Cardinals, Carolina Panthers, Free Agent Rumor, Misc Rumor, Signing

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Captain Munnerlyn Signs With Vikings For $15M

Oct 10, 2014 3:15 PM

Captain Munnerlyn and the Minnesota Vikings have agreed upon a three-year, $15 million deal.

Munnerlyn finished 2013 as the 13th best cornerback in the NFL, according to Pro Football Focus.

Munnerlyn has four career pick-sixes.

The Vikings were second worst in passing yards allowed in 2013.

Munnerlyn represents another valuable asset lost this offseason by the Carolina Panthers.

Ian Rapoport/NFL.com

Tags: Minnesota Vikings, Carolina Panthers, Free Agent Rumor, Misc Rumor, Signing

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Panthers Won't Bring Back Steve Smith In 2014
Steve Smith is a 13-year NFL veteran and had hoped to finish his career with the Panthers.

Steve Reed/AP

Mike Mitchell Signs $25M Contract With Steelers
Mike Mitchell had a career season in starts, tackles, interceptions, sacks and forced fumbles at safety in 2013.

David Newton/ESPN

Steve Smith Discouraged By Comments By Panthers' GM
Steve Smith has "no idea what my future holds'' in the wake of recent comments by management of the Panthers.

David Newton/ESPN