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Panthers Sign Rookie JJ Weaver, Cut Amare Barno

7/26/2025

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The Panthers have made a bold move by signing undrafted rookie JJ Weaver, a standout from Kentucky with an impressive 21.5 sacks and three years as team captain. In a surprising twist, they released outside linebacker Amare Barno, who faced injury challenges and managed only three sacks in his three-season tenure.

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The Panthers have made a bold move by signing undrafted rookie JJ Weaver, a standout from Kentucky with an impressive 21.5 sacks and three years as team captain. In a surprising twist, they released outside linebacker Amare Barno, who faced injury challenges and managed only three sacks in his three-season tenure.