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Panthers' trade of Christian McCaffrey included in NFL's biggest deals

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 11:46 AM

Last updated Jun 4, 2026

Panthers' trade of Christian McCaffrey included in NFL's biggest deals

Summary

The Carolina Panthers' trade of running back Christian McCaffrey has been ranked as the 10th biggest trade in NFL history. This comes alongside the recent trade of Myles Garrett to the Los Angeles Rams, which is considered the fifth largest. McCaffrey was exchanged in-season while recovering from injuries, showcasing the Panthers' willingness to address their struggles. Since moving to the San Francisco 49ers, McCaffrey has achieved significant accolades, including the 2023 Offensive Player of the Year. The Panthers have seen improvements, recently securing their first NFC South title in ten years, amidst mixed sentiments over the loss of their star player.

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Status Watch

•Myles Garrett traded to Rams, ranked fifth all-time.
•McCaffrey's trade ranked tenth biggest in NFL history.
•Panthers struggled post-McCaffrey trade but recently won NFC South.
•McCaffrey earned multiple All-Pro and Pro Bowl selections since his trade.
•McCaffrey's success highlights challenges faced by the Panthers.

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11:46 AMYahoo Sports — Panthers' trade of superstar RB makes list of biggest blockbuster deals in NFL history

What they're saying

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This week's trade of Myles Garrett is already one of the biggest blockbuster deals of all-time. A Panthers' trade of a star RB also makes the cut.
— Yahoo Sports

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