Panthers Place Rookie Chris Brazzell on Injured Reserve, Sign Chamon Metayer
The Carolina Panthers have officially ended the season for rookie wide receiver Chris Brazzell by placing him on injured reserve.
This decision follows a knee injury Brazzell sustained during practice on Wednesday, which will require surgery to repair his lateral collateral ligament. Brazzell, a third-round draft pick from Tennessee and a first-team All-SEC selection last year, was anticipated to contribute significantly as a rookie but will now focus on rehabilitation for the 2027 season.
To fill the vacant roster position, the Panthers have signed tight end Chamon Metayer, who was previously an undrafted rookie with the Pittsburgh Steelers before being released in June.
