Mike Tolbert Took Less Money with the Panthers to Raise Family in the South

For many, it seemed like a very puzzling decision by running back Mike Tolbert to sign with the Carolina Panthers.

For one, he took less money than the San Diego Chargers were offering. Also, the Panthers already have Jonathan Stewart and DeAngelo Williams on board.

So why did he do it?

Because it's the South, and that is where he used to live.

He tells The Washington Post:

“I just wanted to raise my daughter in the South,” Tolbert said. “I just think this is a better place to raise a family. It was time for a change, and I just think first of all the South is a better place to raise a family.”

Tolbert also says it easier for him as the scheme fits for him. Along with that, he re-unites with head coach Ron Rivera and offensive coordinator Rob Chudzinski, both who used to work with Tolbert as coaches in San Diego.

Tolbert had 490 yards and eight touchdowns last season with the Chargers.

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