FILE - In this 2012 file photo is Ron Edwards, of the Carolina Panthers NFL football team. The Panthers released Edwards, the starting defensive tackle in a move that frees up $2.5 million in salary cap space. Carolina coach Ron Rivera said Friday, March 1, 2013, that the 12-year NFL veteran "set a great example on and off the field for our young players. We wish him well moving forward." Edwards also played for Buffalo Bills and Kansas City Chiefs. (AP Photo/File)