4 pros and cons to the Panthers trading Robby Anderson in 2022
By Dean Jones
What are some pros and cons to the Carolina Panthers potentially trading wide receiver Robby Anderson this offseason?
There has been some emerging speculation surrounding Robby Anderson‘s future with the Carolina Panthers over the past few days. The wide receiver is reportedly interested in making a return to the New York Jets if the team decides to move on from the player this offseason – although nothing concrete has emerged as to whether or not this feeling is mutual.
General manager Joe Douglas declared his regret at letting Anderson walk in 2020 free agency and adding the wideout would be highly beneficial for quarterback Zach Wilson during his sophomore campaign. However, a down year for the Panthers last time around after signing a two-year extension might put some willing suitors off making such a move.
Carolina had almost no consistency in the passing game outside of D.J. Moore last season. Anderson couldn’t get on the same page with Sam Darnold and the Temple product was responsible for some individual mistakes that didn’t do himself or the team any favors.
This is a situation worth monitoring closely. Here are four pros and cons to the Panthers trading Anderson this offseason.
Pro No. 1
Carolina Panthers would save $9.16 million
Robby Anderson’s two-year contract extension was deserving after the player enjoyed a fantastic first season on the Carolina Panthers. However, his concerning production now leaves the organization on the hook for a significant amount of cap space regarding an individual who isn’t guaranteed to bounce back.
According to Over the Cap, trading Anderson would cost the Panthers $7.67 million in dead money, which represents a saving of $9.16 million. Whether this makes financial sense for Carolina as part of their long-term strategy remains to be seen.
Getting another team to take on Anderson’s contract is a hard sell, one suspects. But it’s something the Panthers should contemplate providing they receive a good trade offer.