Following a big week with Ron Rivera being relieved of his duties, the Panthers continue to make moves for their future.
Shaq Thompson entered 2019 on the final year of his rookie deal on the 5th year option. Now he’s getting paid like a top linebacker.
Big deal for Shaq Thompson: 4 years, $54.2M extension with a max value of $57M, source said. It includes a $16M signing bonus and $28M guaranteed. https://t.co/r8oOm46t6c
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) December 7, 2019
The Panthers former first round pick started the season on fire, and looked to have finally realized the potential that Dave Gettleman saw in him when he first drafted Thompson prior to the 2015 season.