Panthers' Princely Umanmielen takes hiatus from Twitter until Pro Bowl selection
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 11:31 AM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
Carolina Panthers linebacker Princely Umanmielen announced a hiatus from Twitter/X as he aims for a Pro Bowl selection. The second-year player, who recorded 1.5 sacks last season, shared his goal on social media. Umanmielen's absence will be felt by Panthers fans, especially after the team struggled with a low sack total of 30 last season, tying for the third-fewest in the league. Despite clinching a playoff berth last season, the Panthers' pass rush remains a concern, and Umanmielen faces competition as a backup to established starters. His journey towards becoming an all-star continues, as he aims to return to the platform once he meets his goal.
- •Princely Umanmielen will not use Twitter/X until achieving Pro Bowl status.
- •He had 1.5 sacks for the Panthers last season.
- •Carolina's defense ranked low in sacks and pressure rate.
- •Umanmielen is projected as a backup behind Nic Scourton and Jaelan Phillips.
- •The Panthers are looking to improve their pass rush next season.
- 11:31 AMYahoo Sports — Panthers defender says he's going on Twitter/X hiatus until he meets lofty goal
"An online favorite of Panthers fans says he's going on a Twitter/X hiatus. Here's why . . .
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