Panthers Reveal 91-Man Roster Ahead of 2026 Training Camp

Defending NFC South Champions

The Carolina Panthers are heading into the 2026 season as the NFC South’s reigning champions, the first time they have defended that title in ten years. Even though the regular season has not yet kicked off, the work to keep the division lead started early—through free agency, the draft, rookie minicamp, organized team activities and the mandatory minicamp. Now the squad is reporting back to Charlotte for training camp, marking the next phase of their title defense.

Training Camp Timeline

This week marks the start of summer workouts in Charlotte, with players gathering for organized practices. The camp follows a full offseason of roster building and is designed to evaluate talent as the Panthers look to maintain their top‑division status. Fans can expect a busy schedule of drills,_testing and film sessions during the next few weeks.

Roster Breakdown by Position

The Panthers have assembled a 91‑player roster that is grouped by position and listed alphabetically within each group. Here is a quick look at how the roster is structured:

• Quarterback – 3 players
• Running back – 6 players
• Wide receiver – 13 players
• Tight end – 5 players
• Offensive tackle – 7 players
• Guard – 7 players
• Center – 3 players
• Defensive linemen – 10 players
• Outside linebacker – 8 players
• Inside linebacker – 8 players (including Mapalo Mwansa, who joined via the International Player Pathway exemption)
• Cornerback – 12 players
• Safety – 6 players
• Kicker – 1 player
• Punter – 1 player
• Long snapper – 1 player

International Talent Joins the Mix

One notable name on the inside linebacker list is Mapalo Mwansa. The player earned his spot through the NFL’s International Player Pathway program, highlighting the Panthers’ effort to bring in global talent. His inclusion reflects the broader strategy of expanding the roster with skilled athletes from outside the traditional college pipeline.

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