Chandler Zavala joins Carolina Panthers to complete initial practice squad
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 1, 2026, 10:05 PM
Last updated Sep 1, 2026

The Carolina Panthers finalized their initial 2026 practice squad on Tuesday with the signing of guard Chandler Zavala. The 27-year-old returns to the team after being waived on Monday to accommodate the addition of interior lineman Corey Bullock, who was claimed off waivers from the Baltimore Ravens. A product of North Carolina State University, Zavala was a fourth-round selection in the 2023 NFL Draft and has recorded 14 starts over 34 career appearances. His arrival brings the roster to its 17-man limit. The completed group includes a mix of positions, featuring wide receivers David Moore and Ja'seem Reed, along with linebacker Tyrel Dodson and defensive lineman Anthony Goodlow. Mapalo Mwansa remains on the roster as the team's international exception.
- •Chandler Zavala becomes the 17th and final member of the Carolina Panthers practice squad.
- •The team waived Zavala on Monday to make room for Corey Bullock.
- •Zavala has appeared in 34 career games since entering the league in 2023.
- •The initial practice squad includes 17 players spanning offense, defense, and special teams.
- 10:05 PMYahoo Sports — Panthers bring back familiar face to complete their initial 2026 practice squad
"The 17th and final member of the Panthers’ initial 2026 practice squad is G Chandler Zavala.
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