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 |
Panthers must tackle big defensive need inside
The Panthers have ignored the DT position high in the draft in recent years. That could change.
Panthers DT Edwards says 'nothing encouraging' about team's play
Panthers DT Dwan Edwards was not interested in searching for silver linings when PFW caught up with him after Carolina’s latest loss.
Jaguars sign DT Edwards, cut DT McClain
The Panthers announced Sunday that they have signed veteran DT Dwan Edwards and waived second-year DT Terrell McClain.
Report: Bills cut DT Edwards
The Bills released veteran DT Dwan Edwards, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
Once again, pass rusher is Bills' top priority
The Bills find themselves right where they were at this time last year — in need of a pass rusher.
Bills' defense remains priority despite improvement
Bills D-line coach Giff Smith talked to PFW about the impressive rookie season from Marcell Dareus and what needs to be improved for next season.
Dareus making early impact on Bills' D-line
The Bills drafted DE Marcell Dareus third overall to be an immediate contributor, and he hasn't disappointed.
Bills sign TE Caussin
The Bills signed TE Mike Caussin to the 53-man roster on Thursday and placed DE Dwan Edwards on injured reserve.
Bills add former Ravens DL Edwards
The Bills continued to re-shape their defense Wednesday, signing UFA DL Dwan Edwards. According to the Baltimore Sun, it's a four-year deal worth up to $18 million.
Vikings unlikely to keep RB Taylor
Because other teams are likely to offer him more money and a better opportunity, RB Chester Taylor isn't likely to return to the Vikings next season, according to our Whispers.
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.
