Second year edge rusher Christian Miller has become the second member of the Carolina Panthers to opt out of participating in the 2020 season, per the team website. He joins rookie linebacker Jordan Mack. Miller is considered a high risk opt out per league policy. His contract will be rolled over to next year, meaning that his rookie deal will now carry him through 2023.
Miller had a promising rookie season that was tempered by both injury and the overall performance of the 2019 Carolina Panthers. A potential healthy return to a more established coaching staff in 2021 could make this a great football move for all parties.