Panthers place WR Chris Brazzell II on IR, sign TE Chamon Metayer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 7:12 PM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
The Carolina Panthers have made roster changes ahead of Friday's Fan Fest. Rookie wide receiver Chris Brazzell II has been placed on injured reserve after suffering a knee injury during training camp. He will undergo surgery on his lateral collateral ligament. To fill his spot, the Panthers signed undrafted rookie tight end Chamon Metayer, who recently participated in training with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Metayer has a diverse collegiate background, having played at Cincinnati, Colorado Boulder, and Arizona State University.
- •Chris Brazzell II is placed on IR, ending his rookie season.
- •Brazzell suffered a knee injury during seven-on-seven drills.
- •Chamon Metayer signed to the Panthers as a tight end.
- •Metayer played college football at three different universities.
- •The roster moves came before the Panthers' Fan Fest on July 31.
- 7:12 PMYahoo Sports — Panthers sign TE after placing standout rookie WR on IR
"The Panthers have made a few roster moves before the start of Friday's Fan Fest.
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