Panthers sign Kyle Trask as backup quarterback after Haynes King's injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 8:29 PM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
The Carolina Panthers signed quarterback Kyle Trask as a backup following Haynes King's hamstring injury during the Hall of Fame Game against the Arizona Cardinals. Trask, who played for head coach Dave Canales at Tampa Bay, is expected to adapt quickly to the Panthers' system. Canales spoke positively about Trask's performance in practice since joining the team. King, who contributed to the Panthers' victory over the Cardinals, is currently considered week-to-week for his recovery. Bryce Young did not participate in the game and Kenny Pickett stepped in as the starter for several plays before King took over.
- •Kyle Trask signed by Panthers after Haynes King injured his hamstring.
- •Trask played under Canales during the 2023 season in Tampa Bay.
- •Canales reports Trask has adapted well to the system.
- •King's return is week-to-week following the Hall of Fame Game.
- •Bryce Young did not participate in the recent game; Kenny Pickett started.
- 8:29 PMYahoo Sports — Panthers’ newest backup quarterback has some history with head coach Dave Canales
"The Carolina Panthers ' newest backup quarterback has some history with head coach Dave Canales. Kyle Trask spent one year playing for Canales in 2023 when he was the offensive coordinator in Tampa Bay. Trask was signed by the Panthers on Sunday after the team announced that reserve quarterback Haynes King injured his hamstring during Thursday’s 33-30 victory over the Arizona Cardinals in the Hall of Fame Game.
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