Christian McCaffrey was the first Panthers player to call Russell Okung after the offensive tackle’s trade from the Chargers.
“He’s the real deal, and I can’t want to be on the same field with him,” Okung said Tuesday, via Steve Reed of the Associated Press.
McCaffrey agreed to a four-year extension worth $16 million a year on Monday, making him the highest-paid back in the league. Okung said it would be short sighted to describe McCaffrey only as a running back, though.
McCaffrey had 2,392 yards from scrimmage last season.
“What a talent. What a real talent,” Okung said, via Will Kunkel of FOX 46. “He is a playmaker. He makes plays all over the field.
“I heard he loves offensive linemen, so I look forward to a good Christmas gift from him.”