Former Alabama wide receiver John Metchie has officially signed a one-year deal with the Carolina Panthers, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
Metchie is an extremely talented receiver that struggled to make a true impact on the New York Jets following a midseason trade last year. The versatile route runner could potentially shine on the Panthers’ offense next season, as Metchie will officially be reunited with former Alabama quarterback Bryce Young in Carolina.
The athletic route runner recorded 274 yards and two touchdowns between his time with the Jets and Philadelphia Eagles last season, as Metchie will now turn his full attention towards getting back on track with the Panthers in 2026.
Metchie was nothing short of elite throughout his time at Alabama. The former Crimson Tide star was widely regarded as one of the top receivers in the country during his time in Tuscaloosa, as Metchie played a massive role during Alabama’s 2020 national championship run.
Metchie could easily find himself having a breakout year in 2026 while catching passes from Bryce Young, as the talented route runner will officially look to shine in Carolina.
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