Ja'Tavion Sanders addresses Carolina Panthers trade rumors before season opener

Carolina Panthers tight end Ja'Tavion Sanders commented on trade speculation during a media session on September 7, 2026. The 2024 fourth-round pick has been the subject of rumors for two weeks as the team manages a crowded position group. Carolina added veteran Darren Waller to the roster, giving the team five tight ends on the active list. Sanders has recorded 532 yards and two touchdowns over two seasons, raising questions about his future with the organization. The team opens its season against the Chicago Bears on September 13, 2026, where Sanders could potentially be a healthy scratch. The Panthers also recently added inside linebacker Bobby Okereke to the roster as part of final preparations for the regular season.

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