Panthers Announce 5 Roster Moves Ahead Of Week 8 Matchup Vs Broncos

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Panthers announce 5 roster moves ahead of Week 8 matchup vs. Broncos
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Panthers announce 5 roster moves ahead of Week 8 matchup vs. Broncos

Carolina makes final roster moves before Halloween showdown

The Carolina Panthers announced five roster moves on Saturday ahead of their Week 8 matchup against the Denver Broncos. The team waived long snapper Thomas Fletcher, offensive lineman Cade Mays, and defensive end Austin Larkin to make room for the additions. Carolina also signed wide receiver Rashard Higgins and defensive tackle Raequan Williams to the active roster from the practice squad.

Panthers waive long snapper, 2 offensive linemen, and a defensive end

Fletcher has been with the Panthers since 2020, and he has played in 33 games for the team. Mays was a fifth-round pick by the Panthers in the 2021 NFL Draft, but he has yet to play in a regular season game. Larkin has also been with the Panthers since 2020, and he has played in 17 games for the team.

Panthers sign wide receiver and defensive tackle to active roster

Higgins has played in 82 career games with the Cleveland Browns and Browns. He has 165 career receptions for 2,181 yards and 12 touchdowns. Williams has played in 32 career games with the Philadelphia Eagles and Panthers. He has 41 career tackles and 2.5 sacks.

Panthers prepare for Broncos matchup with new roster additions

The Panthers are now 3-4 on the season, and they are coming off a 24-10 loss to the Atlanta Falcons. The Broncos are 2-5 on the season, and they are coming off a 19-16 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars. The Panthers and Broncos will face off at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina on Thursday, October 27th at 8:15 PM ET.