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Panthers Extend Jalen Coker on Three-Year Deal Through 2029

The move locks in a rising undrafted receiver as the team's clear WR2 and secures a cost-controlled offensive piece while signaling the front office’s approach to keeping young talent.

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Aug 8, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Panthers wide receiver Jalen Coker (18) celebrates with quarterback Bryce Young (9) after a touchdown catch in the first quarter at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images
An image collage containing 2 images, Image 1 shows Carolina Panthers wide receiver Jimmy Horn Jr. (15) watches from the sideline during the fourth quarter against the Cleveland Browns in the NFL matchup in Charlotte, NC, Image 2 shows Jalen Coker #18 of the Carolina Panthers catches a pass to score a touchdown as Kam Curl #3 of the Los Angeles Rams defends during an NFL wild card playoff football game at Bank of America Stadium on January 10, 2026 in Charlotte, North Carolina.
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Overview

  • The Panthers and Jalen Coker agreed to a three-year extension reported late Thursday that keeps the 24-year-old in Carolina through the 2029 season.
  • Multiple outlets cited the contract at $35 million over three years with incentives that can raise the total to about $41 million.
  • Coaches have designated Coker as the team's WR2 behind Tetairoa McMillan, a role earned after a rookie season and a 134-yard playoff outing that boosted his profile.
  • The deal is notable because Coker entered the league as a 2024 undrafted free agent and teams rarely extend exclusive rights free agents this early.
  • By locking Coker up before training camp the Panthers create clarity for the receiver room and set a template that could prompt further extensions for other young players on the roster.