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Panthers' Dowdle Eyes Lucrative Free Agency After Strong Season

11/23/2025

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Rico Dowdle, Panthers running back, is set to become a free agent in March 2026.
Dowdle treats every game as an audition for potential teams.
This season he has 168 carries for 833 yards after moving from backup to key contributor.
His one-year, $2.75 million contract ends soon and he seeks a more lucrative deal.
Competition from teammates remains, making the Panthers reluctant to part with him in free agency.

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Story summary

Rico Dowdle, Panthers running back, is set to become a free agent in March 2026.
Dowdle treats every game as an audition for potential teams.
This season he has 168 carries for 833 yards after moving from backup to key contributor.
His one-year, $2.75 million contract ends soon and he seeks a more lucrative deal.
Competition from teammates remains, making the Panthers reluctant to part with him in free agency.