Carolina Panthers Sign Kenny Pickett as Backup Quarterback
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Kenny Pickett (15) warms up in the first quarter

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The Carolina Panthers have signed quarterback Kenny Pickett to a one-year, $4 million deal as a backup to Bryce Young. Pickett, a former first-round pick, has struggled in his career, ranking poorly among NFL backups, raising concerns about the team's depth at the position.
- 01Kenny Pickett signed a one-year, $4 million contract with the Carolina Panthers.
- 02He is on his fifth team since being drafted in 2022, with 27 career starts.
- 03Pickett ranked 24th among NFL backup quarterbacks according to Gilberto Manzano.
- 04Bryce Young, the starting QB, has shown durability despite his size (5'10", 204 pounds).
- 05Concerns exist about the Panthers' offensive capabilities if Young were to get injured.
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The Carolina Panthers have signed quarterback Kenny Pickett to a one-year, $4 million contract, seeking a younger and more athletic backup for starter Bryce Young. Pickett, a former first-round pick, has struggled throughout his career, now playing for his fifth team since being drafted in 2022. He has 27 career starts but ranks poorly among NFL backups, coming in at 24th according to Gilberto Manzano. The Panthers moved on from Andy Dalton, who was unable to perform effectively as a backup last season. While Young has demonstrated impressive durability, being sacked frequently yet missing only two games due to injury, concerns remain about the team's depth at quarterback. If Young were to get hurt, the Panthers' offensive performance could suffer significantly, especially given Pickett's limitations as a backup. Although he may not be as ineffective as Dalton, expectations for Pickett's performance are low.
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The Panthers' decision to sign Pickett impacts their quarterback depth and overall offensive strategy.
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