Peppers, Panthers fail to agree on extension

Posted Jul 16, 2009
The deadline for the Carolina Panthers to strike a long-term deal with franchise defensive end Julius Peppers passed Wednesday without an agreement. Peppers will now play under a one-year contract worth at least $16.7 million, creating the prospect for another offseason of uncertainty next year. "Both sides tried," agent Carl Carey said. "Julius feels good about the one-year deal and is ready for the season to begin." (Raleigh News & Observer)

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