The Carolina Panthers have agreed to terms with outside linebacker Jaelan Phillips, according to multiple reports including NFL Network on Mar. 9. The move comes as the team seeks to strengthen its pass rush following a season in which it tied for 28th in the league in sacks.
Phillips, who is 26 years old, has recorded 28.0 sacks over five seasons in the National Football League. He was traded from the Miami Dolphins to the Philadelphia Eagles last year before reaching this agreement with the Panthers.
Last season, rookie outside linebacker Nic Scourton and defensive tackle Derrick Brown led the Panthers with five sacks each, while the team finished with a total of 30.0 sacks. The addition of Phillips is expected to address this area of need for Carolina.
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