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Gerald McCoy finally chose a new house. And that's good news if you're a fan of Pittsburgh Steelers (and I guess you are). McCoy reportedly signed a one-year contract with the Carolina Panthers, according to ESPN Adam Schefter. The transaction will be worth $ 10.25 million.
The Panthers awarded DT Gerald McCoy a one-year contract valued at up to $ 10.25 million, which includes a signing bonus of $ 4 million, per source.
– Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) June 3, 2019
Schefter then explained that Carolina had prevented him from signing with the Ravens. The ultimate argument was a chance to play against his former team, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs released McCoy then gave Ndkamukong Suh similar money, not to mention his jersey # 93.
Gerald McCoy left Baltimore thinking that he could very well sign on there. But Carolina impressed him during his visit. Cam Newton helped McCoy recruit a lot of time, by source. To top it off, McCoy plays against his former Bucs team who released him and gave his number 93 to Ndamukong Suh. Staff.
– Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) June 3, 2019
Ian Rapoport provided the details of the contract.
The entire contract of Gerald McCoy with the #Panthers: 1 year, $ 4 million to sign, base of $ 3 million, $ 500,000 bonus for camp roster, $ 500,000 bonus of 45 players per game. In addition, 6.5 bags for $ 500,000, 8 bags bring him $ 1.5 million. 250K for the Pro Bowl, $ 250K for the playoffs. Only $ 4 million guaranteed. Total: up to $ 10.25 million.
– Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) June 3, 2019
McCoy's first two visits took place in Cleveland and Baltimore and it would have been reasonable to sign with one or the other of these two teams, who are themselves running for the playoffs. Carolina's choice is good news for the Steelers. McCoy has been a disruptive force for years and would have strengthened a Cleveland team up and strengthened an already strong defensive line of the Ravens.
The Steelers played against NFC South last year. So unless both teams meet at the Super Bowl, Pittsburgh will avoid McCoy. Of course, they will see each other in the pre-season finale. Even if McCoy or any other Steeler coach will not be a witness. Against the Steelers last year, McCoy collected a half bag and two hits. The Steelers held on to win 30-27, while Tampa managed to save a 5-11 record.
For his career, McCoy recorded 54.5 sacks in 123 starts. He competed in six consecutive Pro Bowls games from 2012 to 2017 before seeing his wins streak broken last year, where a calf injury has limited him all year.
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