{
  "id": 12521976,
  "title": "Panthers clear roster space, add two defensive players to practice squad",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/07/panthers-clear-roster-space-add-two-defensive-players-to-practice",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-07T02:13:05.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/panthers-clear-roster-space-add-021305941.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Carolina Panthers made several roster adjustments on Tuesday, primarily targeting their practice squad. They signed outside linebacker Nick Hampton and cornerback Marco Wilson to the practice squad. Hampton is no stranger to Charlotte, having played collegiately for Appalachian State and with the Rams in the past. Wilson, known for a notable play during his time with the Florida Gators in 2020, previously played with the Miami Dolphins in the preseason.\n\nAdditionally, the team waived running back Anthony Tyus III. The Panthers currently have two open spots on their active roster and one open spot on the practice squad. These moves suggest the team is hopeful that certain players will return from injury soon. According to head coach Dave Canales, running back Trevor Etienne, right tackle Taylor Moton, and defensive tackle Tershawn Wharton are anticipated to be back from injured reserve shortly after the team's bye week.",
  "summary": "CHARLOTTE, N.C. (CAROLINA SPORTS LIVE) — The Panthers made several moves Tuesday, mostly related to its practice squad roster. Carolina announced the signings of outside linebacker Nick Hampton and cornerback Marco Wilson to the practice squad. The team also waived running back Anthony Tyus III. Hampton is familiar with North Carolina. He played collegiately for Appalachian State and was […]",
  "key_points": [
    "Carolina Panthers add Nick Hampton and Marco Wilson to practice squad",
    "Waived running back Anthony Tyus III",
    "Two roster spots and one practice squad spot open"
  ],
  "editors_take": "These roster moves indicate the Panthers expect some injured players to return soon, freeing up space now to make room for them on the active roster when they do.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}