Panthers Cut 18 Players Including 2 Quarterbacks, Kicker Ahead 53-Man Deadline

The Carolina Panthers have made significant roster cuts as they prepare to meet the 53-man roster deadline for the 2025 NFL season. On Monday, the team waived 17 players, released one player, and released another from injured reserve, including quarterbacks Jack Plummer and Bryce Perkins, and kicker Matthew Wright, leaving rookie Ryan Fitzgerald as the only kicker on the roster. Plummer, who saw the most preseason action, and Perkins, recently signed after an MVP season in the UFL, both now face waivers but could return to the practice squad if unclaimed. The Panthers also trimmed their wide receiver group and released tight end Tyler Mabry from injured reserve. The team must cut 19 more players by Tuesday's 4 p.m. deadline to finalize the regular season roster. These moves reflect the Panthers’ ongoing efforts to finalize their squad following their preseason and recent roster evaluations.