Panthers Sign Pro Bowl LB Devin Lloyd to $45 Million Deal

The Carolina Panthers bolster their defense with the addition of the former Jaguars star.

Mar. 10, 2026 at 3:56am

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The Carolina Panthers have agreed to a three-year, $45 million contract with linebacker Devin Lloyd, who is coming off a Pro Bowl season with the Jacksonville Jaguars. The 27-year-old Lloyd will join a revamped Panthers defense as they look to build on their improvement from the 2024 season.

Why it matters

The Panthers struggled defensively in 2024 but showed progress last season. Adding a proven playmaker like Lloyd should help solidify their defensive unit and accelerate their path back to the playoffs.

The details

Lloyd is coming off a stellar 2025 campaign with the Jaguars, earning his first All-Pro and Pro Bowl selections. He recorded 81 combined tackles, 5 interceptions, and 7 passes defended, including a 99-yard pick-six, the longest return by a linebacker in Jaguars history.

  • The Panthers agreed to terms with Lloyd on March 10, 2026.

The players

Devin Lloyd

A 27-year-old linebacker who was a Pro Bowler and All-Pro with the Jacksonville Jaguars in 2025.

Nic Scourton

A linebacker on the Carolina Panthers' defense.

Christian Rozeboom

A linebacker on the Carolina Panthers' defense.

Trevin Wallace

A linebacker on the Carolina Panthers' defense.

Jaelan Phillips

A linebacker on the Carolina Panthers' defense.

Patrick Jones II

A linebacker on the Carolina Panthers' defense.

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What they’re saying

“Sources to me and @RapSheet: The #Panthers have agreed to terms with LB Devin Lloyd on a three-year, $45 million deal with $25 million guaranteed”

— Mike Garafolo, NFL Network Reporter

What’s next

The Panthers will look to integrate Lloyd into their defensive scheme and hope he can help lead the unit to further improvement in the 2026 season.

The takeaway

The Panthers' signing of Devin Lloyd is a significant move to bolster their defense and build on their progress from last season. With Lloyd's playmaking ability, the Panthers are positioned to have one of the more formidable linebacker corps in the NFL.