Panthers sign Derek Anderson to 2-year contract extension
The Carolina Panthers signed Derek Anderson to a two-year contract extension Wednesday, locking up the veteran backup quarterback through the 2017 season.
It's official! @DAnderson314 signs his 2-year extension with the #Panthers! Read More | http://t.co/IoF0VGxluX pic.twitter.com/MHAQBShNdL
— Carolina Panthers (@Panthers) September 2, 2015
Anderson enters his fifth season as the backup to Cam Newton after joining the Panthers as a free agent in 2011.
His veteran presence proved most valuable when forced into action for two games last season, leading the Panthers to wins over division rival Tampa Bay Buccaneers in each start.
Anderson finished the 2014 campaign with completions on 65-of-97 pass attempts for 701 yards and five interceptions.
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