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USA Today
20-03-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Panthers DL Tershawn Wharton recalls saving young Chiefs fan in Carolina last season
Panthers DL Tershawn Wharton recalls saving young Chiefs fan in Carolina last season Tershawn Wharton has already made a clutch play at Bank of America Stadium, even before becoming a Carolina Panther. When he was still a Kansas City Chief, specifically on Nov. 24, 2024, Wharton and the then-reigning Super Bowl champions visited Charlotte for a Week 12 matchup with the Panthers. Following the closely-contested battle, one that nearly saw the underdog (Carolina) pull out a shocking upset, the fifth-year defensive lineman caught a young Chiefs fan who fell from the stands. Wharton, who can now call the scene of his heroics "home," was asked about his big catch during his introductory press conference on Wednesday. "One of the fans called my name over in that section," he stated. "I just seen him coming down and when I seen him come down, it was just a natural reaction to go catch him." Wharton was also asked if he's stayed in touch with the lucky youngster since the fortuitous interaction. "And yeah, we were in contact," Wharton added. "He was a big Chiefs fan, so the family traveled with the team. The following game, he came out to K.C. and I was able to meet him and I gave him a jersey." Carolina agreed to a three-year, $45 million deal with Wharton at the start of the legal tampering period. The 26-year-old is fresh off a career campaign—where tallied bests in starts (10), combined tackles (29), sacks (6.5), quarterback hits (11) and passes defensed (two). Oh . . . and he also had that one reception, of course.
USA Today
12-03-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Panthers officially announce deals for 4 free agents on Wednesday
Panthers officially announce deals for 4 free agents on Wednesday Welcome—as of 4:00 p.m. ET on Wednesday, March 12—to the new league year, Carolina Panthers fans! And with the new league year comes some new faces . . . at least officially. This afternoon, the Panthers were officially able to announce deals with four free agents. As first reported on Monday, the team has come to terms with defensive linemen Bobby Brown III and Tershawn Wharton, outside linebacker Patrick Jones II and safety Tre'von Moehrig. The reported terms for each pact are as follows: Carolina also acknowledged that three of their own internal free agents agreed to deals elsewhere—including safety Xavier Woods (Tennessee Titans), punter Johnny Hekker (Tennessee) and defensive back Lonnie Johnson Jr. (Las Vegas). (For all the latest updates on free agency, follow along here.)
Yahoo
11-03-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Former Kansas City Chiefs DL to sign 3-year deal with the Carolina Panthers
The Kansas City Chiefs will see a key contributor exit during free agency. Tershawn Wharton will join the Carolina Panthers on a three-year deal a month after Super Bowl LIX. According to FOX Sports' Jordan Schultz, Former Chiefs defensive lineman Tershawn Wharton is signing a three-year deal worth over $54 million with the Panthers. Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes reposted Schultz's report on his X account with the caption, "Happy for my dawg." Happy for my dawg! 💪🏽 — Patrick Mahomes II (@PatrickMahomes) March 10, 2025 Wharton is coming off an 8.5-sack season (including playoffs) in 2024. He took a significant step forward in his career as the 26-year-old showcased his versatility as a pass rusher and run stopper alongside Chris Jones on the defensive line. Pro Football Focus evaluated Wharton as the team's top performer during Super Bowl LIX with an impressive 90.1 grade. Kansas City will have a noticeable presence in the middle of the defensive line, which is missing going into the 2025 season. Chiefs general manager Brett Veach will actively try to find another player to fill the role moving forward. This article originally appeared on Chiefs Wire: Panthers are finalizing a deal with former Chiefs DL Tershawn Wharton
USA Today
11-03-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Former Kansas City Chiefs DL to sign 3-year deal with the Carolina Panthers
Former Kansas City Chiefs DL to sign 3-year deal with the Carolina Panthers The Kansas City Chiefs will see a key contributor exit during free agency. Tershawn Wharton will join the Carolina Panthers on a three-year deal a month after Super Bowl LIX. According to FOX Sports' Jordan Schultz, Former Chiefs defensive lineman Tershawn Wharton is signing a three-year deal worth over $54 million with the Panthers. Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes reposted Schultz's report on his X account with the caption, "Happy for my dawg." Wharton is coming off an 8.5-sack season (including playoffs) in 2024. He took a significant step forward in his career as the 26-year-old showcased his versatility as a pass rusher and run stopper alongside Chris Jones on the defensive line. Pro Football Focus evaluated Wharton as the team's top performer during Super Bowl LIX with an impressive 90.1 grade. Kansas City will have a noticeable presence in the middle of the defensive line, which is missing going into the 2025 season. Chiefs general manager Brett Veach will actively try to find another player to fill the role moving forward.
USA Today
10-03-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Panthers expected to sign DL Tershawn Wharton to 3-year deal
Panthers expected to sign DL Tershawn Wharton to 3-year deal The Carolina Panthers have added yet another piece to their defense on Monday. According to FOX Sports NFL insider Jordan Schultz, the team has agreed to terms with former Kansas City Chiefs defensive lineman Tershawn Wharton. Wharton is expected to sign a three-year deal worth approximately $54 million. A three-time first-team All-Great Lakes Valley Conference selection from Missouri S&T, Wharton cracked into the NFL as an undrafted free agent with Kansas City in 2020. The St. Louis, Mo. native, a two-time Super Bowl champion, has gone on to amass 114 combined tackles and 13.5 sacks over his five campaigns. Wharton is coming off his most productive season as a pro. The 26-year-old recorded bests in sacks (6.5), pressures (42) and stops (24) while starting in 10 of his 17 outings for the Chiefs in 2024. In addition to Wharton, the Panthers have also reached terms with safety Tre'von Moehrig, outside linebacker Patrick Jones II and nose tackle Bobby Brown III and agreed upon an extension with cornerback Jaycee Horn. (For all the latest updates on free agency, follow along here.)
