Panthers practice focuses on joint sessions before Jaguars matchup

On August 17, the Carolina Panthers held a training camp practice in Charlotte, preparing for upcoming joint practices with the Jacksonville Jaguars. Tight end Darren Waller officially joined the team but practiced on the side and is not expected to participate in the joint work. Offensive lineman Joshua Gray and outside linebacker Nick Hampton were waived. Head coach Dave Canales indicated that the starters will get significant practice time, with a preseason matchup against the Jaguars scheduled for August 19. Injury updates included wide receiver Ja'seem Reed suffering a calf injury, while rookie quarterback Haynes King will not play against Jacksonville due to a hamstring injury.

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