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Panthers sign Bobby Okereke and waive seven players

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 12:47 AM

Last updated Aug 30, 2026

Panthers sign Bobby Okereke and waive seven players
Summary

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.

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Status Watch
  • •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.
Latest Updates
  • 12:47 AMYahoo Sports — Panthers make first roster moves before NFL cutdown day
  • 7:21 PMNBCSports.com — Panthers agree to sign Bobby Okereke, waive seven players - NBC Sports
  • 7:19 PMYahoo Sports — Panthers agree to sign Bobby Okereke, waive seven players
What they're saying
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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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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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Carolina released eight players Saturday and signed ILB Bobby Okereke to shake up the room.

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