Panthers sign Bobby Okereke and waive seven players
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 7:19 PM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
The Panthers have agreed to terms with linebacker Bobby Okereke as they finalize their 53-man roster. Okereke was previously with the Giants after four seasons with the Colts. He started all 46 games over three seasons for the Giants, amassing 385 tackles, 5.5 sacks, and two interceptions. In conjunction with his signing, the Panthers waived seven players, including defensive tackle Kyon Barrs and wide receiver Elijah Cooks. The team has not yet made the signing official.
- •Panthers cut roster down to 53 players.
- •Bobby Okereke signed after being released by the Giants.
- •Okereke recorded 385 tackles and 5.5 sacks in his last three seasons.
- •The team waived seven players, including Miles Davis and Ryan Hayes.
- 7:19 PMYahoo Sports — Panthers agree to sign Bobby Okereke, waive seven players
"The Panthers are adding a veteran linebacker at the same time as they are cutting their roster down to 53 players.
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