Panthers may seek new starting inside linebacker before season starts
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 4:35 PM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
The Carolina Panthers may look for a new starting inside linebacker ahead of the regular season. In their recent preseason game, a 34-17 victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars, Trevin Wallace and Claudin Cherelus competed for the job alongside Pro Bowl linebacker Devin Lloyd. Neither player has shown enough strength in their position battle this summer, raising questions about the depth at the position. General manager Dan Morgan is expected to explore the free-agent market as teams finalize their rosters before next week's cut-down deadline.
- •Panthers defeated Jaguars 34-17 in preseason action.
- •Trevin Wallace and Claudin Cherelus are competing for the starting role.
- •Neither linebacker has secured an advantage in the competition.
- •Veteran free-agent options may be considered by the Panthers.
- •Final roster cut-down is due next week.
- 4:35 PMYahoo Sports — ESPN: Panthers may search for new starting ILB before start of regular season
"ESPN's Mike Kaye says it wouldn't be surprising to see the Panthers soon go on the hunt for a new starting inside linebacker.
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