Details Emerge From Eli Apple’s Contract With Carolina Panthers

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On Thursday afternoon, former Ohio State star corner Eli Apple signed a deal with a new NFL team.

The Carolina Panthers announced the team signed Apple – not long after his deal with the Las Vegas Raiders fell through. Apple, who spent last season with the New Orleans Saints, initially looked like he was heading to Las Vegas.

Instead of heading to the AFC, he’ll remain in the NFC South where he’ll be able to face off against his old team two times per season. A day after the move was announced, details of his contract emerged.

The former No. 10 overall pick inked a one-year deal with the Panthers. According to NFL insider Ian Rapoport, the deal will pay Apple $3 million – which includes a $750,000 signing bonus.