Panthers cut ken lucas

BasX · Mar 11, 2009

The Carolina Panthers cut veteran starting cornerback Ken Lucas today, according to the Associated Press.

The transaction creates roughly $2.3 million in 2009 salary-cap room after releasing Lucas, who signed a six-year, $36 million contract in 2005.

The Panthers were unsuccessful in finding a trade partner for Lucas. Lucas turned down a proposed trade to the Detroit Lions in February.

Lucas struggled last season in deep coverage and was on the verge of being replaced by Richard Marshall.

According to NFL.com, Lucas had 60 tackles and two interceptions last season.

In eight NFL seasons, Lucas has 495 tackles and 24 interceptions.

UPDATE: The Panthers have issued a statement about Lucas.

“Ken Lucas has been a very valuable player for us over the last four years and played an important role on two playoff teams during that span. Ken is a true pro and we wish him the very best,” Panthers General Manager Marty Hurney said. “This year, we have re-signed some veteran players and this move means some younger players will have an opportunity to step up.”
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