Panthers LB Shaq Thompson is expected to miss the remainder of the season after undergoing surgery to repair a broken fibula.
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The Panthers are giving linebacker Shaq Thompson a four-year, $54.2 million extension that includes $28 million guaranteed, agent Doug Hendrickson told ESPN's Adam Schefter. The total deal maxes out at $57 million.
Thomas Davis said via social media Wednesday that the Carolina Panthers have informed him they won't re-sign him for next season. Davis, 35, said he intends to land with another team to continue playing.
Panthers head coach Ron Rivera criticized the rule that prohibits draft picks from participating in offseason workouts until their school year ends. Because of the rule, Christian McCaffrey won't take the field with Carolina's veterans until June 14.
Anthony Boone was released from the hospital after having surgeries on his hand and hip as a result of a crash with the Panthers' Shaq Thompson.
