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Panthers' Jaelan Phillips named among NFL's most overpaid players

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Last updated Jul 4, 2026

Panthers' Jaelan Phillips named among NFL's most overpaid players
Summary

Carolina Panthers' edge rusher Jaelan Phillips has been identified as one of the NFL's most overpaid players by analyst Moe Moton. Phillips signed a four-year, $120 million contract, marking the richest free-agent deal this offseason. Concerns have arisen regarding his injury history, having missed 22 games over the last two seasons. Although he achieved a career-high of 73 pressures in 2025, he has yet to record double-digit sacks or tackles for loss in any season. With a salary of $36.2 million this year, Phillips' pay surpasses that of several established Pro Bowl players.

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  • •Phillips signed a four-year, $120 million contract with the Panthers.
  • •He has played only three full seasons out of five due to injuries.
  • •In 2025, Phillips registered a career-high 73 pressures.
  • •His 2026 cash salary is $36.2 million, the fourth-most among edge rushers.
  • •Concerns center around his lack of double-digit sacks or tackles for loss.
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What they're saying
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Is the Panthers' top signee in 2026 now one of the NFL's most overpaid players? One analyst thinks so . . .

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