Veteran defensive tackle Paul Soliai to sign with Panthers

Former Falcons defensive tackle Paul Soliai will sign with the Panthers.

Former Falcons defensive tackle Paul Soliai will sign with the Panthers, his agent confirmed on Monday.

The contract is worth up to $7 million over two years and includes $3 million guaranteed, accordingtomultiplereports. Soliai is expected to sign on Tuesday.

Soliai, 32, began his career with the Dolphins and played the last two seasons in Atlanta. He played 29 games for the Falcons, recording 37 solo tackles and one sack. 

Soliai was released by the Falcons last week, reportedly after refusing to take a pay cut. 

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