Panthers won't tag Julius Peppers as 'franchise'

Posted Feb 24, 2010
Julius Peppers grew up in North Carolina, starred in college in the state and made five Pro Bowls in eight years with the Carolina Panthers. Now, after a decision based on finances, Peppers is almost certainly leaving home and about to be the test case for how much NFL teams are willing to spend on an elite player in a season without a salary cap. (Durham Herald-Sun)

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