Cade Montgomery Mays is an American football center currently playing for the Carolina Panthers in the NFL. Before turning professional, he played college football for both the Georgia Bulldogs and the Tennessee Volunteers. His career highlights include transitioning from college football to the NFL.
April 26, 1999: Cade Mays Born
On April 26, 1999, Cade Montgomery Mays was born. He later became a professional football center.
2022: Mays Drafted into the NFL
In 2022, Cade Mays was drafted by the Carolina Panthers in the 6th round of the NFL Draft. He later debuted in Week 7 and started in Week 12, appearing in 11 games with two starts during his rookie season.
2023: Mays' 2023 NFL Season
In 2023, Cade Mays appeared in 16 NFL games and started in five.
August 28, 2024: Mays released by Panthers
On August 28, 2024, Cade Mays was released by the Carolina Panthers.
September 10, 2024: Mays signed to Giants practice squad
On September 10, 2024, Cade Mays was signed to the New York Giants practice squad.
October 8, 2024: Mays re-signed by the Panthers
On October 8, 2024, Cade Mays was re-signed by the Carolina Panthers off the Giants practice squad.
March 12, 2025: Panthers placed tender on Mays
On March 12, 2025, the Panthers placed an original-round tender on Mays. Later in the season, he was named the starting center.
March 9, 2026: Mays signs with Detroit Lions
On March 9, 2026, Cade Mays signed a three-year deal with the Detroit Lions for $25 million.
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