Devin Lloyd reflects on return to Jacksonville during joint practice
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 5:33 PM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Devin Lloyd participated in a joint practice in Jacksonville on August 19, marking his return since signing with the Carolina Panthers. Lloyd, a former first-round pick by the Jaguars, expressed nostalgia while facing familiar faces from his past. He noted that the Panthers' communication on defense was effective during practice. Lloyd’s first season with the Panthers comes after a standout year in Jacksonville, where he was named to the Pro Bowl. The Panthers will continue their preseason with a game at EverBank Stadium on August 21.
- •Devin Lloyd returned to Jacksonville for a joint practice on August 19.
- •Lloyd played four seasons with the Jaguars before joining the Panthers.
- •He signed a three-year, $42 million deal with Carolina this spring.
- •Lloyd noted strong communication within the Panthers' defense during practice.
- •The Panthers' next preseason game is on August 21 at EverBank Stadium.
- 5:33 PMYahoo Sports — Panthers LB Devin Lloyd talks about returning to Jacksonville
"Wednesday's joint practice in Jacksonville was a homecoming of sorts for one of the Panthers' newest standout defenders.
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