The Carolina Panthers tossed their hat into the free agency ring, somewhat unexpectedly today, with the acquisition of Dontari Poe. The 6’3/346 lbs All-Pro defensive tackle signed a 3 yr-27 million dollar contract with the Carolina Panthers.
Poe wasn’t a name that anyone predicted the Panthers to pursue. Few believed Carolina would make a free agency move this big, and it’s hard to believe anyone expected that, if they did, it would be the acquisition of blue-chip defensive tackle. Sure, Star Lotulelei’s departure left a void to be filled, but all signals suggested that they weren’t interested in sinking big money into the position.