Krys Barnes signs with Washington Commanders after Panthers release
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 12:01 AM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
Linebacker Krys Barnes is set to sign with the Washington Commanders, marking the end of Carolina Panthers’ offseason free agency. Barnes joined the Panthers in August 2025 but was released and later re-signed to the practice squad. Promoted to the active roster in late November, he made 23 combined tackles in seven games. This signing represents Barnes’ entry into his seventh NFL season after previous stints with the Green Bay Packers and Arizona Cardinals.
- •Krys Barnes joins Washington Commanders from Carolina Panthers.
- •Barnes appeared in seven games for the Panthers last season.
- •He initially joined the Panthers in August 2025.
- •Prior to the Panthers, Barnes played for Green Bay and Arizona.
- 12:01 AMYahoo Sports — Last remaining Panthers free agent finds a new home
"The Panthers' last remaining free agent from this offseason is reportedly signing with an NFC East team.
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