BREAKING: Carolina Panthers Make Power Play, Lock In Arkansas Star DE Landon Jackson on a 4-Year  $45 Million Deal…………….

BREAKING: Carolina Panthers Make Power Play, Lock In Arkansas Star DE Landon Jackson on a 4-Year  $45 Million Deal…………….

Charlotte, NC — April 12, 2025

The Carolina Panthers aren’t just rebuilding — they’re reloading with firepower. In one of the boldest moves of the offseason, the franchise has signed Arkansas edge rusher Landon Jackson to a 4-year, $45 million deal, including $24 million guaranteed.

 

This isn’t just a signing. It’s a statement.

 

After a brutal 3-14 campaign in 2024 that left fans demanding answers, Carolina just gave them one — and it comes wrapped in 6-foot-7, 275 pounds of SEC-tested, quarterback-hunting fury. Landon Jackson is not your average rookie. He’s a physical freak, a vocal leader, and a man on a mission.

 

And now — he’s a Panther.

 

The Edge Carolina Has Been Craving

 

The Panthers didn’t just fill a gap. They found the next face of their defense. After trading away Brian Burns, Carolina faced questions about who would rise to the occasion. Today, they answered loud and clear: Landon Jackson is that dude.

 

Coming off a dominant final season at Arkansas — 13.5 sacks, 21 TFLs, and a presence that changed game plans — Jackson brings the exact kind of chaos the Panthers need on the edge. He’s long, fast, explosive, and relentless. He doesn’t just rush the passer; he wreaks havoc.

 

Fans of the SEC know what’s coming. Opposing quarterbacks should start watching film — and watching their backs.

 

Built Like a Monster, Mentally Wired Like a Pro

 

Jackson didn’t just impress with numbers — he turned heads with his mindset. At the NFL Combine, he drew rave reviews not just for running a 4.61-second 40-yard dash and a 38-inch vertical — but for how he owned every interview room. Coaches said he spoke like a ten-year vet. Scouts praised his work ethic, his toughness, his football IQ.

 

“Landon Jackson checks every box — size, speed, character, leadership,” said GM Dan Morgan. “He’s everything we want this new era of Panthers football to be built on.”

 

And let’s be real — when’s the last time Carolina had a defensive end with this much upside and raw dominance since a young Julius Peppers? The comparisons are flying, and they’re not far-fetched.

 

High Risk? Maybe. High Reward? Absolutely.

 

Yes, $45 million is a major investment for a player who slipped past Day 1 of the NFL Draft. But this isn’t just about the resume — it’s about projection, trajectory, and betting on greatness. The Panthers front office believes Landon Jackson can become one of the most feared pass rushers in the league. And they’re paying him like it.

 

This deal could age like gold. With the edge rusher market exploding, locking in Jackson now could prove to be a masterstroke if he even scratches the surface of his potential.

 

The Panthers are playing chess, not checkers.

 

Building Something Bigger in Carolina

 

Landon Jackson is the centerpiece of something new in Charlotte. With a retooled coaching staff led by Dave Canales and a front office that isn’t afraid to take swings, the Panthers are turning the page — and they’re writing a new chapter with bold ink.

 

Pair Jackson with rising young defensive tackle Derrick Brown. Add in the veteran leadership of Shaq Thompson. Sprinkle in a few more draft picks, and suddenly this Panthers defense is young, fast, violent, and built to last.

 

This isn’t a Band-Aid. It’s a foundational piece.

 

And make no mistake: Jackson isn’t here to learn slowly. He’s coming to take over.

 

Jackson Speaks: “I’m Built for This”

 

In his first statement since the deal was announced, Jackson didn’t hold back:

 

> “This is what I’ve worked my whole life for. I want to be the guy who sets the tone, brings the energy, and makes life hell for quarterbacks every Sunday. I’m not here to wait my turn. I’m here to make an impact — Day One. Carolina believed in me. I won’t let them down.

 

That’s the attitude Panthers fans can rally behind.

 

Final Word: A Star is Born in Carolina

 

With this move, the Panthers just turned heads across the NFL. This isn’t just another signing. It’s the moment where Carolina flipped the switch from rebuild mode to rise mode.

Landon Jackson isn’t just joining the league — he’s about to shake it up.

 

 

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