Panthers secure Jalen Coker with three-year, $35 million extension
10 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 3:31 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
The Carolina Panthers have agreed to a three-year contract extension with wide receiver Jalen Coker, valued at $35 million and potentially reaching $41 million with incentives. This announcement was made on June 11, 2026, as Coker was set to become an exclusive rights free agent this season. Coker, who joined the Panthers as an undrafted free agent in 2024, has developed into a significant offensive contributor, solidifying his role as the No. 2 receiver behind Tetairoa McMillan. Last season, he recorded nine receptions for 134 yards and a touchdown in a playoff appearance against the Los Angeles Rams. The Panthers indicate their commitment to Coker and his potential for a breakout season in 2026.
- •Coker joins the Panthers as an undrafted free agent in 2024.
- •He recorded 33 catches for 394 yards in the 2025 season.
- •Coker posted nine receptions for 134 yards in last year's wild-card game.
- •The deal includes incentives that could increase its value to $41 million.
- •Coker's role is expected to expand significantly in the coming season.
- 3:31 PMYahoo Sports — Jalen Coker has a message for Panthers fans after signing his contract extension
- 3:04 PMYahoo Sports — Details of WR Jalen Coker's contract extension with Panthers
- 3:28 AMYahoo Sports — Panthers and wide receiver Jalen Coker agree on $35M contract extension, AP source says
- 2:30 AMYahoo Sports — Panthers lock WR Jalen Coker up on a long-term deal that signifies just how much he means to the future of the offense
- 2:01 AMYahoo Sports — Report: Panthers, rising WR Jalen Coker agree on NFL contract extension
- 12:47 AMESPN — Coker, Panthers reach 3-year, $35M extension
- 11:31 PMYahoo Sports — WR Jalen Coker agrees to three-year extension with Panthers
- 11:31 PMYahoo Sports — Report: Panthers reach contract extension with WR Jalen Coker
"The Carolina Panthers and wide receiver Jalen Coker agreed to terms Thursday night on a three-year, $35 million contract extension that will keep him with the team through 2019, according to a person familiar with the situation. Panthers coach Dave Canales declared late last season that Coker, signed as an undrafted free agent out of Holy Cross in 2024, would be the team’s starting wide receiver moving forward. Canales and the Panthers reaffirmed their commitment to him with the deal.
"The Carolina Panthers have agreed to a three-year extension with former undrafted free agent wide receiver Jalen Coker and it sends a strong message about his role within the offense.
"The Panthers extended a key part of their offense Thursday, reaching a three-year, $35 million deal with receiver Jalen Coker, agent Matt Glose told NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 12, 2026, 3:31 PMJalen Coker has a message for Panthers fans after signing his contract extension
WR Jalen Coker delivered a message to Panthers fans after inking his new deal on Friday.
- Yahoo SportsJun 12, 2026, 3:04 PMDetails of WR Jalen Coker's contract extension with Panthers
How does the contract extension for Panthers WR Jalen Coker size up? Here are the details . . .
- Yahoo SportsJun 12, 2026, 3:28 AMPanthers and wide receiver Jalen Coker agree on $35M contract extension, AP source says
The Carolina Panthers and wide receiver Jalen Coker agreed to terms Thursday night on a three-year, $35 million contract extension that will keep him with the team through 2019, according to a person familiar with the situation. Panthers coach Dave Canales declared late last season that Coker, signed as an undrafted free agent out of Holy Cross in 2024, would be the team’s starting wide receiver moving forward. Canales and the Panthers reaffirmed their commitment to him with the deal.
- Yahoo SportsJun 12, 2026, 2:30 AMPanthers lock WR Jalen Coker up on a long-term deal that signifies just how much he means to the future of the offense
The Carolina Panthers have agreed to a three-year extension with former undrafted free agent wide receiver Jalen Coker and it sends a strong message about his role within the offense.
- Yahoo SportsJun 12, 2026, 2:01 AMReport: Panthers, rising WR Jalen Coker agree on NFL contract extension
Carolina's third-year wide receiver agreed to a three-year, $35 million deal that has a max value of $41 million.
- ESPNJun 12, 2026, 12:47 AMCoker, Panthers reach 3-year, $35M extension
The Panthers extended a key part of their offense Thursday, reaching a three-year, $35 million deal with receiver Jalen Coker, agent Matt Glose told NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.
- Yahoo SportsJun 11, 2026, 11:31 PMWR Jalen Coker agrees to three-year extension with Panthers
The Panthers and wide receiver Jalen Coker agreed to terms on a three-year, $35 million extension, Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reports.
- Yahoo SportsJun 11, 2026, 11:31 PMReport: Panthers reach contract extension with WR Jalen Coker
The Panthers are reportedly locking up a key piece of their offense.
- Yahoo SportsJun 11, 2026, 11:29 PMThe Panthers have agreed to a 3 year extension with Jalen Coker
The Panthers have locked in their promising young wide receiver.
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