# Braden Scourton

NFL edge rusher. Team: **Carolina Panthers**. Position: **EDGE**.

## Quick Facts

- **Position:** Edge Rusher
- **Team:** Carolina Panthers
- **Drafted:** 2025
- **Jersey:** TBD
- **Age:** 21 (as of 2025 season)

## 2026 Outlook

Scourton led the Panthers edge rushers in his rookie year with 5 sacks and 37 total pressures, despite limited supporting talent. In 2026, he gets major reinforcements: Jaelan Phillips (FA signing) joins as a top-tier edge defender, and linebacker Devin Lloyd adds another elite pass-rusher. The Panthers' vastly improved pass rush should create more opportunities for Scourton to reach double-digit sacks in his sophomore season. (per Don't be surprised if these 9 NFL players break out in 2026)

## Role / Depth Chart

**Starting EDGE rusher** for the Carolina Panthers.

## 2026 Defensive Additions

- **EDGE:** Jaelan Phillips (free agent signing)
- **LB:** Devin Lloyd (free agent signing)
- D.J. Wonnum departed to Detroit Lions

## Recent News

- 2026-08-12 — Positioned as double-digit sack candidate after Panthers upgraded defensive line (Don't be surprised if these 9 NFL players break out in 2026)

## Open Questions

- Will Jaelan Phillips and Devin Lloyd elevate the entire unit?
- Can Scourton sustain production increases beyond Year 1 success?

## Sources

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