Carolina brings back OL Austin Corbett ahead of NFL free agency

The offensive lineman inked a new extension on Saturday night, per reports. According to Mike Kaye of the Charlotte Observer, the deal will carry through the end of the 2025-26 season, but no financial terms were disclosed. This comes days ahead of the start of free agency.

Corbett signed a three-year deal with the Panthers in 2022 and has been a consistent starter at right guard. He was moved to center last year after dealing with two separate knee injuries.

However, he spent time back in rehab this past year with a torn biceps, which kept him out for the rest of the season.

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Corbett recently had a spat with ESPN report David Newton after he said the offensive lineman wanted to play elsewhere. Corbett denied the allegations and fiercely defended his character and commitment to the team.

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Carolina prepares for the start of free agency with roughly $32 million to work with. Dave Canales and his staff will look to rebuild the defense with depth on the interior.