BREAKING: Carolina Panthers Sign Missouri Tigers Guard Brady Cook Briningstool to a 2-Year Deal
Charlotte, NC – In a headline that has fans doing a double take, the Carolina Panthers have officially signed Missouri Tigers guard Brady Cook Briningstool to a surprising two-year contract. The announcement, confirmed by the team’s front office early this morning, marks an unconventional but intriguing move for the NFL franchise.
Brady Cook Briningstool—often confused due to his hybrid name combining standout Missouri quarterback Brady Cook and former Tennessee tight end Miles Briningstool—is a multi-sport athlete who shocked scouts at Missouri’s pro day with his rare combination of agility, strength, and football IQ.
While he primarily made headlines in college for his standout performance as a guard on Missouri’s basketball team, Briningstool had quietly been training for football over the past year. Standing at 6’5″ and weighing 225 pounds, he possesses a unique physical profile that caught the attention of multiple NFL scouts. He’s expected to transition into a hybrid tight end / slot receiver role, with the Panthers believing they’ve uncovered a raw but high-ceiling athlete.
“We see a lot of potential in Brady,” said Panthers General Manager Dan Morgan. “He’s got the size, speed, and attitude we’re looking for. He’s been under the radar, but his work ethic is undeniable. He impressed us in private workouts, and we’re excited to develop his skill set in our system.”
Sources say the two-year deal is worth up to $1.75 million, with performance incentives tied to receptions, playing time, and special teams contributions. Briningstool will report to rookie minicamp later this month and is expected to be utilized in a variety of offensive packages under new head coach Dave Canales.
Fans and analysts were initially skeptical when rumors of the signing surfaced over the weekend, assuming the name confusion was a clerical error or a social media prank. However, the Panthers’ front office confirmed today that this was no joke—their scouting department had been monitoring Briningstool for months.
Briningstool himself reacted with humility and excitement during his introductory press conference.
“This is a dream I didn’t think I’d be chasing a year ago,” he said. “I’ve always loved football. Basketball gave me discipline and drive, but football was always my first love. I’m ready to give everything I’ve got to this organization.”
At Missouri, Briningstool averaged 14.2 points and 4.8 rebounds per game on the hardwood, but it was his leadership and toughness that made him stand out. Teammates often praised his tenacity, and coaches described him as “relentless.” That same mentality may serve him well in the NFL, where he’ll be looking to prove doubters wrong.
With Carolina in rebuild mode and searching for offensive weapons to support young quarterback Bryce Young, this move could be a sneaky steal—or at the very least, a fascinating experiment to watch unfold during the 2025 NFL season.
Stay tuned as more details emerge on Briningstool’s transition from college hoops to the pro football field.
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