Revisiting the Diontae Johnson Trade Saga: Why the Carolina Panthers Dodged a Bullet

The Carolina Panthers were in desperate need of a wide receiver during the 2024 offseason. This need led them to trade cornerback Donte Jackson along with a sixth-round pick to the Pittsburgh Steelers in exchange for Diontae Johnson and a seventh-round pick. What followed was a brief stint in Carolina, but it also answered the question of who would start opposite Jaycee Horn at cornerback in the coming seasons. Julian Council revisits the trades that brought Diontae Johnson to and from Carolina, as well as the true value the Panthers gained from making that deal nearly a year ago. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Turbo Tax Ready for stress-free taxes and the most money back, guaranteed? Head over to TurboTax.com today and get matched with your Expert—who’s ready to take your taxes off your plate, so you can focus on your day. LinkedIn LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to,