The Panthers announced they signed CB Jaycee Horn to a four-year rookie contract.
Panthers agree to terms with cornerback Jaycee Horn before the start of Tuesdayโs minicamp practice https://t.co/f3hJKMwsOo
— Darin Gantt (@daringantt) June 15, 2021
That leaves just three more rookies for Carolina to sign to wrap up their draft class.
Round | Player | Pos. | Note |
1 | Jaycee Horn | CB | Signed |
2 | Terrace Marshall | WR | |
3 | Brady Christensen | OT | |
3 | Tommy Tremble | TE | |
4 | Chuba Hubbard | RB | Signed |
5 | Daviyon Nixon | DT | Signed |
5 | Keith Taylor | CB | Signed |
6 | Deonte Brown | G | Signed |
6 | Shi Smith | WR | Signed |
6 | Thomas Fletcher | LS | Signed |
7 | Phil Hoskins | DT | Signed |
Horn, 21, three-year starter at South Carolina and a second-team All SEC selection as a junior. He did opt out of the 2020 season after seven games. The Panthers drafted Horn with the No. 8 overall pick.
Horn is projected to sign a four-year, $21,112,145 contract with the Panthers that includes a $12,714,287 signing bonus. The Panthers will have a fifth-year option to pick up on him in 2024.
Lance Zierlein compares Horn to Ravens CB Jimmy Smith.
During his college career at South Carolina, Horn recorded 101 tackles, two interceptions, two forced fumbles, and 23 passes defended.
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