Carolina Panthers
Charles Johnson - #95 - DE
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 6' 2"/ 285 lbs. |
| Birthday | 07/10/1986 |
| Birthplace | Hawkinsville, GA |
| College | Georgia |
| Years played | 7 |
| Drafted | 2007, 3rd round, 19th pick by Panthers |
2012 STATS
| Tack | FF | Int |
|---|---|---|
| 43 | 7 | 0 |
Panthers' Johnson working to answer Rivera's call
Panthers DE Charles Johnson admitted he was surprised when Ron Rivera publicly challenged him to take his game to another level early in training camp.
DE Hardy a wild card for Panthers
Question marks abound on the Panthers’ defensive line heading into training camp, and DLE Greg Hardy fits into that uncertain mix.
Panthers DE Johnson to miss OTAs
Panthers DE Charles Johnson will miss offseason team activities as he recovers from arthroscopic knee surgery.
Panthers DE Johnson undergoes minor surgery
Panthers DE Charles Johnson underwent arthroscopic surgery on his right knee on Friday.
Vikings-Panthers matchup of the day: Wednesday
Here's a key matchup to watch in Sunday's Vikings-Panthers game.
Johnson, Hardy energizing Panthers' defense
With the Panthers' linebacker corps decimated, defensive end appears to be the strength of their defense, including Charles Johnson.
Bears-Panthers matchup of the day: Thursday
The Bears' pass protection is still a concern, and it will be tested off the edges Sunday against the Panthers.
Packers-Panthers matchup of the day: Saturday
PFW executive editor and resident Packers expert Dan Arkush presents the fifth of five key matchups this week in advance of the Packers' Week Two game against the Panthers at Carolina Sunday.
Panthers better off, but still not contenders
After finishing with the league's worst record in 2010, the Panthers have been the most active team in the early stages of activity.
DE Johnson agrees to re-sign with Panthers
The Panthers and DE Charles Johnson, one of the top free agents on the open market, have agreed on a deal to keep him in Carolina.
Keeping Johnson the Panthers' free-agent priority
All indications are the Panthers will make re-signing DE Charles Johnson the top priority whenever free agency begins.
Report: Panthers hand out tenders
Like nearly every other team, the Panthers placed tenders on some of their key free agents on Wednesday.
Report: Panthers use RFA tenders on Williams, Johnson
According to PFW correspondent and Rock Hill Herald writer Darin Gantt, the Panthers will place restricted free-agent tenders on RB DeAngelo Williams and DE Charles Johnson.
Tagging Kalil Panthers’ best option
Carolina's franchise-tag decision came down to C Ryan Kalil and DE Charles Johnson, and the Panthers confirmed Tuesday that Kalil had been franchised.
Panthers DE Johnson finishing strong in breakout year
After getting off to a fine start this season, Panthers DE Charles Johnson is finishing it on a tear, making at least one sack in each of the past six games.
Panthers DE Johnson proving to be solid replacement for Peppers
Panthers DE Chares Johnson is doing a solid job defending the run and rushing the passer in his first season as a full-time starter.
DE depth likely to be major need for Panthers
With both starting defensive ends from 2009 set to test the free-agent waters, the Panthers could be going with a much younger look at the position next season.
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PLAYER NEWS
The Panthers deactivated defensive end Charles Johnson for Sunday's game in New Orleans.|||||||
Johnson, who has a team-best nine sacks, did not practice and was doubtful with back soreness.
The Carolina Panthers have agreed to a six-year contract with Johnson worth $72 million.|||||||
Johnson will receive a $30 million signing bonus. The team confirmed the deal Tuesday night and Johnson said he plans to sign the deal on Friday. Johnson said he was "blown away" by Carolina's offer and the money persuaded him to choose Carolina over Atlanta and Denver, who also expressed interest.
The Panthers signed Johnson on Monday.|||||||
Johnson is the third of eight draft picks to come to terms. The defensive end had 73 tackles and 14.5 sacks in three years at Georgia. He has 9.5 sacks last season and was a second-team all-Southeastern Conference pick. Johnson, who left school after his junior season, is expected to contend for significant playing time next season after the Panthers released defensive end Al Wallace in a salary cap move.
