A Gamble Paid Off
By John White
The Carolina Panthers made the first of three deals necessary to keep the core of their team together on Friday. They signed Chris Gamble to a contract extension believed to be for six years. A Denver television station has reported that the deal could max out at $54.55 million, with $23 million in total guarantees, including $16 million in guaranteed roster and signing bonuses.
That’s some serious coin flow for a guy who has been solid. Go back and re-watch this season’s games. Teams tend to shy away from Gamble’s side of the field.
He spoke to reporters via a conference call.
"“I wanted to be with Carolina. I didn’t want to be with any other team,” said Gamble. “I like the organization, the coaching staff, my teammates and the fans. I wanted to get it out of the way. … I just feel very comfortable and welcome here. I just love it here.”"
The team still needs to work out deals with left tackle Jordan Gross and defensive end Julius Peppers. I highly doubt they want to get into bidding wars for either of them.