Former Rams Defender Takes His Talents to Carolina: Panthers Sign Big-Name Free Agent
Later on Wednesday, the Carolina Panthers took another step toward improving their league-worst defense by signing former Los Angeles Rams linebacker Christian Rozeboom to a one-year deal.
Rozeboom began his NFL career as an undrafted free agent, initially signed by the Rams in 2021. After being waived, he spent time on the Chiefs’ practice squad before returning to the Rams, where he secured a spot on their active roster and developed into a dependable player.
The young linebacker most recently set a career high in tackles with 135, making him a great depth signing for the Carolina Panthers this offseason.
Rozeboom should provide valuable depth to a Carolina Panthers defense that struggled last season. Under head coach Dave Canales in his first year, the team finished 5-12 and currently holds the eighth pick in the upcoming NFL draft.
Quarterback Bryce Young, after reclaiming the starting job, has started to show flashes of the greatness he displayed at Alabama and will look to build on that momentum this season.
Re-signing Jaycee Horn was a strong first step, and the Panthers have followed it up with impressive moves to bolster their defense. The additions of Tre’von Moehrig, Pat Jones II, Bobby Brown III, Tershawn Wharton, and now Christian Rozeboom are significant steps toward improving last year’s struggling unit.
Derrick Brown also being healthy this year is going to be a huge piece, and could make their defensive line one of the better lines in the NFC.
The Panthers’ aggressive free agency approach signals their determination to make noise this season and mount a serious push for the NFC South.