Panthers sign rookie E.J. Williams to practice squad
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 4:55 PM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
The Carolina Panthers announced the signing of rookie wide receiver E.J. Williams to their practice squad on September 17, 2026. Williams, who was part of Indiana's national championship team in 2025, fills the spot vacated by Tyrel Dodson, recently elevated to the active roster. The 6-foot-3 receiver began his collegiate career at Clemson before transferring to Indiana, where he had notable success in his last season with 36 catches and six touchdowns. He previously signed as an undrafted free agent with the Las Vegas Raiders after the preseason.
- •E.J. Williams joins Panthers' practice squad on September 17, 2026.
- •He was part of the 2025 national champion Indiana team.
- •Williams recorded 36 catches and six touchdowns in his final college season.
- •He previously played for Clemson before transferring to Indiana.
- •Tyrel Dodson's promotion to the active roster created this vacancy.
- 4:55 PMYahoo Sports — Panthers sign rookie WR to practice squad on Thursday
"The Panthers have added a member of Indiana's 2025 national title team to their practice squad.
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