Panthers Cap Rookie Class by Signing Second-Round Draft Pick Lee Hunter

Panthers cap rookie class by signing second-round draft pick Lee Hunter

Carolina inked the final member of last April's seven-member NFL Draft class.

Panthers sign second-rounder Lee Hunter to rookie contract, all 2026 draft picks officially signed

The Carolina Panthers’ second-round pick Lee Hunter signed his four-year rookie contract, the team announced Friday. All seven of the Panthers’ selections in the 2026 NFL Draft have now been officially signed. The other six, including first-round pick Monroe Freeling, signed May 7 on the night before rookie minicamp. They also signed 10 undrafted free agents last week. Carolina selected Hunter at No. 49 overall. The Panthers traded up two spots …

Panthers Sign Round 2 DT Lee Hunter, Wrap Draft Class

The Panthers officially have their entire 2026 draft class under contract. Second-round defensive tackle Lee Hunter signed his four-year rookie deal on Friday, the team announced. As the 49th overall pick, Hunter’s arrangement is worth approximately $10.07MM. There is likely a significant amount of guaranteed money in the pact. Falcons cornerback Avieon Terrell, who went one pick before Hunter, received a fully guaranteed accord. The 50th select…