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Panthers plan to sign quarterback after Haynes King injury

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Last updated Aug 10, 2026

Panthers plan to sign quarterback after Haynes King injury

Summary

The Carolina Panthers plan to sign a quarterback following a hamstring injury sustained by Haynes King during the Hall of Fame Game against the Arizona Cardinals. King, who scored the game-winning touchdown, is expected to be evaluated on a week-to-week basis. The Panthers currently have starter Bryce Young and backup Kenny Pickett available, but with three preseason games remaining, they need to bolster their quarterback depth. Possible signees include Kyle Trask and Jack Plummer, each with prior connections to the league and the team.

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Status Watch

•Haynes King injured his hamstring during a preseason game.
•King scored the game-winning touchdown against the Cardinals.
•The Panthers only have Bryce Young and Kenny Pickett healthy.
•Kyle Trask and Jack Plummer are potential signees for the team.
•The Panthers are approaching three remaining preseason contests.

Latest Updates

2:24 AMYahoo Sports — Carolina Panthers Sign Ex-Buccaneers QB After Haynes King Injury
9:17 PMYahoo Sports — Panthers QB Haynes King week-to-week with hamstring injury after game-winning TD vs. Cardinals
8:32 PMCharlotte Observer — Carolina Panthers QB ‘week-to-week’ after injury in preseason game. What’s next? - Charlotte Observer
8:10 PMYahoo Sports — Panthers reportedly planning to sign QB after injury to Haynes King

What they're saying

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After an electric performance in the annual National Football League Hall of Fame game, Carolina Panthers quarterback Haynes King suffered a hamstring injury, which is considered to be week-to-week. As a result ot the Haynes King injury, the Carolina Panthers have brought in another QB to challenge Kenny Pickett for the QB2 position. Carolina Panthers […] The post Carolina Panthers Sign Ex-Buccaneers QB After Haynes King Injury appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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Carolina Panthers quarterback Haynes King, the game-winning star of preseason game, suffered a hamstring injury. How long? Dave Canales will sign another QB.
— Charlotte Observerby Alex Zietlow