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Panthers Sign Rochell, Promote Barnes Amid Injury Crisis

11/27/2025

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On November 26, 2025, the Carolina Panthers placed cornerback Corey Thornton on injured reserve with a broken fibula.
The Panthers signed veteran cornerback Robert Rochell from the Dallas Cowboys' practice squad.
The Panthers promoted linebacker Krys Barnes from the practice squad after recording 10 tackles against the San Francisco 49ers.
The moves come as injuries strain the defense ahead of Week 13 against the Los Angeles Rams.

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On November 26, 2025, the Carolina Panthers placed cornerback Corey Thornton on injured reserve with a broken fibula.
The Panthers signed veteran cornerback Robert Rochell from the Dallas Cowboys' practice squad.
The Panthers promoted linebacker Krys Barnes from the practice squad after recording 10 tackles against the San Francisco 49ers.
The moves come as injuries strain the defense ahead of Week 13 against the Los Angeles Rams.