Panthers explain decision not to sign a fourth quarterback

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Last updated Aug 1, 2026

Panthers explain decision not to sign a fourth quarterback
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Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales addressed the absence of a fourth quarterback during training camp after the team faced multiple injuries. With offensive tackles Ikem Ekwonu and Taylor Moton and defensive players Tershawn Wharton and Bobby Brown III already sidelined, the loss of rookie receiver Chris Brazzell II and linebacker Nic Scourton to season-ending injuries further complicated roster decisions. Canales noted that the team's immediate needs in other areas, including the offensive line and tight end positions, have taken precedence. Although the Panthers worked out quarterback Kyle Trask earlier in the week, they ultimately opted not to add him to the roster. Currently, the Panthers have three quarterbacks: starter Bryce Young, backup Kenny Pickett, and rookie Haynes King.

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  • Panthers dealing with multiple player injuries during training camp.
  • Head coach Canales cites roster needs as reason for not signing Trask.
  • Brazzell and Scourton added to the injury list this week.
  • Team currently has three quarterbacks on the roster.
  • Panthers signed tight end Chamon Metayer after placing Brazzell on IR.
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  • 3:23 AMYahoo SportsHere's why the Panthers haven't signed a 4th QB during training camp
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Panthers HC Dave Canales explained why the team has yet to sign a 4th QB to their training camp roster.

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