Panthers place DL LaBryan Ray on reserve/retired list

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 8:47 PM

Last updated Aug 4, 2026

Panthers place DL LaBryan Ray on reserve/retired list

Summary

The Carolina Panthers have placed defensive lineman LaBryan Ray on the reserve/retired list ahead of the Hall of Fame Game against the Arizona Cardinals. Ray, who played 46 games for the Panthers over the past three seasons, recorded 73 tackles and a sack during that time. The decision means he will miss all remaining preseason games. The Panthers also announced the signing of wide receivers Roc Taylor and Elijah Cooks, while Gabriel Benyard and Ainias Smith were waived, leaving one roster spot open.

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Key Details

•LaBryan Ray has been with the Panthers for three seasons.
•He played 46 games, with 73 tackles and a sack.
•The Panthers signed Roc Taylor and Elijah Cooks.
•Gabriel Benyard and Ainias Smith have been waived.
•One roster spot remains open for the Panthers.

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8:47 PMYahoo Sports — Panthers put DL LaBryan Ray on reserve/retired list

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The Panthers will be playing in the Hall of Fame Game on Thursday night, but defensive lineman LaBryan Ray won't be getting any snaps against the Cardinals.
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