Carolina Panthers
Dwan Edwards - #92 - DT
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 6' 3"/ 300 lbs. |
| Birthday | 05/16/1981 |
| Birthplace | Billings, MT |
| College | Oregon State |
| Years played | 9 |
| Drafted | 2004, 2nd round, 19th pick by Ravens |
2012 STATS
| Tack | FF | Int |
|---|---|---|
| 52 | 1 | 0 |
Report: Panthers DT Edwards tears triceps
PFW Panthers correspondent Darin Gantt reports that recent free-agent signee DT Ron Edwards has suffered a torn triceps.
Reports: WR Naanee agrees with Panthers
The Panthers have reached an agreement with free agent WR Legedu Naanee, adding depth to a position that is low on experience.
CB, DT remain areas of need for Carolina
Despite making a lot of noise when free agency began, cornerback and D-tackle remain positions where the Panthers could use an upgrade.
Cardinals to sign former Panthers CB Marshall
The Cardinals have found a veteran corner, agreeing to terms with former Panthers CB Richard Marshall.
Panthers sign No. 1 pick Newton
QB Cam Newton, the top overall pick of the 2011 draft, has agreed to a contract with the Panthers.
Panthers make Beason highest-paid MLB ever
The Panthers have continued their crusade to lock up their best players, signing MLB Jon Beason to a long-term contract.
Report: Bears trade TE Olsen to Panthers
A day after it was reported the Bears were actively looking to trade TE Greg Olsen, a report states that the team traded the former first-round pick to the Panthers in exchange for a draft choice.
Panthers will not trade WR Smith
Sources have indicated to Pro Football Weekly that WR Steve Smith is expected to remain a Panther this season after rumors had circulated that he would be traded.
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.
Panthers re-sign LBs Davis and Anderson
The Panthers continue to keep their own in Carolina, agreeing to re-sign LBs Thomas Davis and James Anderson to five-year deals.
Panthers agree to deals with TE Hartsock, PK Mare
The Panthers continue to spend money in free agency, agreeing to two more deals on Wednesday afternoon.
Panthers, Williams agree to deal
Carolina agreed with RB DeAngelo Williams on a new five-year deal worth $21 million guaranteed Wednesday, according to reports.
DT Edwards to sign with Panthers
A day after re-signing DE Charles Johnson, the Panthers made their defensive line even tougher by agreeing to a deal with DT Ron Edwards on Wednesday morning.
Reports: Cardinals, TE King agree to deal
The Cardinals reached an agreement with former Panthers TE Jeff King on Tuesday.
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.
PLAYER NEWS
The Panthers have announced they've re-signed Edwards.|||||||
Edwards started 14 games and posted a career-high six sacks last season with Carolina, third-most among NFL defensive tackles. He also had 52 tackles. The 31-year-old Edwards is expected to be a starter this season.
The Panthers have announced they've made a move at defensive tackle, signing free agent Dwan Edwards and waiving last year's third-round draft pick Terrell McClain. Terms of Edwards' deal were not immediately available.|||||||
Edwards played the last two seasons with the Buffalo Bills after spending six years with the Baltimore Ravens. The 6-foot-3, 301-pound Edwards has played in 85 games with 45 starts during his NFL career.
A person familiar with the move says the Buffalo Bills have released Edwards. The person confirmed Edwards' release on Friday, speaking on the condition of anonymity because the team hasn't made an announcement. Edwards is an eight-year NFL veteran, and preparing to enter his third season with Buffalo.|||||||
Edwards was a two-year starter as a defensive end with the Bills, but was preparing to play a backup role at tackle position after the team switched to a 4-3 lineup this season. He had two years left on the $18 million contract, and scheduled to make a $4.1 million base salary this season.
Edwards is done for the season after being placed on injured reserve Thursday because of a hamstring injury.|||||||
Edwards signed with the Bills this past offseason as a free agent, and had started all 11 games. He was injured in Sunday's overtime loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Edwards has signed a four-year contract with the Buffalo Bills.|||||||
A person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press early Wednesday morning that the contract potentially is worth $18 million. The person spoke on the condition of anonymity because the deal has not yet been announced by the Bills. Edwards is a six-year NFL veteran, who played his entire career with Baltimore. He missed the entire 2008 season with a neck injury, but bounced back last year, with 56 tackles and two sacks in 18 games, including playoffs.
