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Panthers announce 3 roster moves ahead of training camp

Panthers announce 3 roster moves ahead of training camp

USA Today6 days ago
(This story was updated to add new information.)
The Carolina Panthers will begin training camp without a few key names.
As announced on Monday afternoon, the team has placed two players on the active/physically unable to perform list—including starting tight end Tommy Tremble. The 25-year-old, who is entering his fifth NFL campaign, underwent back surgery in May and is expected to start his rehabilitation work during camp.
Tremble returned to the Panthers on a two-year deal this offseason. He recorded career-highs in receptions (32), receiving yards (234), yards per reception (10.2) and first downs (12) in 2024.
Joining Tremble is wide receiver Dan Chisena, whose injury was not disclosed in the team's announcement. Chisena appeared in six games for the Panthers this past season, with the majority of his snaps coming on special teams.
Carolina also placed punter Sam Martin on the active/non-football injury list. According to Joe Person of The Athletic, Martin is dealing with a hamstring injury and is not expected to be sidelined for long.
Tremble, Chisena and Martin can be activated at any time during camp.
Update (4:45 p.m. ET): Per Alex Zietlow of The Charlotte Observer, Chisena has a calf injury and is not expected to miss much time.
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