Isaiah Simmons Re-signed to Carolina Panthers Practice Squad
Former Clemson defensive player Isaiah Simmons has been re-signed to the Carolina Panthers' practice squad after being initially released from the team's 53-man roster.
Greenville Spartanburg Asheville Anderson, SC, August 31, 2026 — The Carolina Panthers have re-signed former Clemson defensive player Isaiah Simmons to their practice squad. This move comes after Simmons was initially released from the team’s 53-man roster.
Simmons, a prominent defensive talent, returns to the Panthers organization in a practice squad capacity. The team had previously removed him from their active 53-man roster, leading to his initial departure from the main squad.
The specifics surrounding the initial release and the subsequent decision to re-sign him to the practice squad were not detailed in the provided summary. Details regarding the exact date of the re-signing or the duration of his practice squad contract were not immediately available.
Isaiah Simmons was a notable college player at Clemson University, where he played defense. His transition to the professional level has seen him join the Carolina Panthers. The practice squad designation typically means a player is part of the team’s developmental group, able to practice with the team and potentially be elevated to the active roster if needed.
Further information regarding the team’s roster moves and the role Simmons is expected to play moving forward was not provided. The practice squad is a common component of NFL teams, allowing for player development and depth without occupying a spot on the main 53-man active roster.
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