DeAngelo Williams stays in Carolina 5 years 43 mil 21 guaranteed

[Double34Trouble28]

But seriously, does anyone know where this put's us cap wise?

Possibly around the $25 mil range, I'm guessing?

There's absolutely no way of knowing without seeing how these deals are structured.

[Proudiddy]

Actually calming a bit.

Structure of the deal means a LOT.

Probably more of a 3 year deal.

Keep in mind we are saving a poo ton on rookies b/c of new CBA.

I'll admit it's steep, and I think we are overcompensating for sitting on our hands last year - JR wants to make a point. But DLo is a guy I WANT on our team, and I want him to retire a Panther.

That being said, I don't mind it being a 4 year deal... Especially if it's more heavy on the back end... That way we could sign some more FAs outside of our own guys (Joseph).

[TheRealDeal]

couldn't have put it better myself

Of course you couldn't, that's why I get a check in the mail for being here every month and nobody knows your name.

The Jake Delhomme prinicple? Not a fan of tossing extra cash or letting guys hang around when it makes the most sense to part.....b/c they are good dudes....normally those are bad moves in the NFL

Jake Delhomme and DWill aren't even in the same situation.

Die.

[Squirrel]

But seriously, does anyone know where this put's us cap wise?

Possibly around the $25 mil range, I'm guessing?

Would guess around 28 mil.

[rayzor]

Actually calming a bit.

Structure of the deal means a LOT.

Probably more of a 3 year deal.

Keep in mind we are saving a poo ton on rookies b/c of new CBA.

plus we still had mega amounts of room and the cap is a soft cap with extra wiggle room made available for vets with 5+ years of experience.

no reason for a meltdown.

it's a solid move and a good investment in the team for the next couple years. rookie QB needs to have a massive run game and thats what we have.

[Evil Hurney]

On par with MJD's contract. Considering he played for peanuts the previous couple of seasons and is easily a top 5 RB, it's fair.

http://www.spotrac.com/nfl/carolina-panthers/deangelo-williams/

http://www.spotrac.com/nfl/jacksonville-jaguars/maurice-jones-drew/

EDIT: Also, just think how much SF (Gore) and Tenn (CJ2K) are going to have to pay for their new deals thanks to this deal.

[CarolinaPanthers8789]

There's absolutely no way of knowing without seeing how these deals are structured.

Ahhh, ok thanks.

[Lilsmitty09]

i love our fanbase. they want us to resign all these players, we do, and they cry because of the money we give them. who cares :).

[Double34Trouble28]

And for everyone that is ill over not going out and signing every big name player from another team. I'm fairly certain the Packers and Steelers were both top 5 in number of players on roster that were drafted by said teams. We were also.

Perhaaaaps, thats the way to build a winner.

If you don't like it go cheer for the Redskins.

[Mother Grabber]

Maybe Andrew Luck will come out for the 2011 draft now, and we can grab him.

[Carolina Husker]

Compared to the Eric Weddle contract, this is a steal.

[HeatCheck]

I really want him to retire a Panther as well. Not only because of what he brings to this team but also he's my neighbor and I wanted to keep it that way.

[CRA]

Jake Delhomme and DWill aren't even in the same situation.

Die.

Overpaying aging players b/c they are extremely likeable is similar. Williams ain't worth that money at this stage in career unless you were very desperate at RB. Richardson has always overpaid and kept the "good" Panther players late in their careers.......almost always it has hurt us.

I can have a difference of opinion and at the same time not feel the need to throw random insults at you.....how crazy is that. No need for you to try though......

[Kingpatecu]

hell yea I ddont need to get a new jersey this year