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James Morgan

Former Georgia pass rusher signs with Carolina Panthers

Former Georgia Bulldogs standout outside linebacker Justin Houston has signed a one-year contract with the Carolina Panthers. Houston gives Carolina a much-needed pass rusher opposite Brian Burns.

The Panthers finished with 35 sacks during the 2022 NFL season. Last season, only six teams had fewer sacks than Carolina.

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Houston was a third-round draft pick in the 2011 NFL draft. Houston accumulated 20 career sacks at Georgia from 2008-2010. He has continued to be very productive in the NFL.

Justin Houston has played for the Kansas City Chiefs, Indianapolis Colts, and Baltimore Ravens during his 12 season NFL career. Houston has 111.5 career sacks, including 9.5 sacks with the Ravens during the 2022 season.

The NFL reported the news of Houston’s signing with Carolina:

 

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