Report: Panthers parting ways with CB Donte Jackson
Nov 10, 2022; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Panthers cornerback Donte Jackson (26) reacts in the fourth quarter at Bank of America Stadium. credits: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports The Carolina Panthers are expected to release or trade veteran cornerback Donte Jackson, ESPN reported Monday.
Jackson, 28, has a $4 million roster bonus due March 16. His release would save $5.9 million against the salary cap.
He made 16 starts in 2023 and recorded 59 tackles, five passes defensed and one forced fumble.
The 2018 second-round pick has 14 interceptions and 303 tackles in 80 games (76 starts) for the Panthers.
Jackson is heading into the final season of a three-year, $35.2 million extension signed in March 2022.
—Field Level Media