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Panthers coach Dave Canales addresses trade rumors about TE Ja'Tavion Sanders

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 5:35 PM

Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Panthers coach Dave Canales addresses trade rumors about TE Ja'Tavion Sanders
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Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales responded to trade rumors involving tight end Ja'Tavion Sanders during a press conference following joint practices with the Houston Texans. Reports indicated that the Panthers may be looking to trade Sanders, with interest from the Green Bay Packers. Canales did not confirm nor deny the rumors, stating he had no information on the situation. Sanders, a fourth-round pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, has struggled to produce, with only 532 receiving yards and two touchdowns in his first two seasons. His role may be diminished further following the signing of former Pro Bowl tight end Darren Waller.

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  • •Dave Canales did not refute trade rumors about Ja'Tavion Sanders.
  • •The Green Bay Packers are reportedly interested in Sanders.
  • •Sanders has 532 receiving yards and two touchdowns in two seasons.
  • •Sanders is currently listed as the No. 3 tight end on the depth chart.
  • •The Panthers signed Darren Waller, complicating Sanders' future role.
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  • 5:35 PMYahoo Sports — Panthers HC Dave Canales is asked about trade rumor regarding TE Ja'Tavion Sanders
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HC Dave Canales didn't exactly refute a rumor that the Panthers are looking to trade TE Ja'Tavion Sanders.

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