Panthers agree to sign Bobby Okereke, waive seven players
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Key Points:
- The Carolina Panthers are set to add veteran linebacker Bobby Okereke as they trim their roster to 53 players.
- Okereke, who was released by the New York Giants in March, started all 46 games over three seasons with the Giants, recording 385 tackles, 5.5 sacks, two interceptions, and a fumble recovery.
- Prior to joining the Giants, Okereke spent four seasons with the Indianapolis Colts.
- The Panthers have not officially announced Okereke's signing but have waived several players, including defensive tackle Kyon Barrs, wide receivers Elijah Cooks and Roc Taylor, running back Miles Davis, offensive tackle Ryan Hayes, defensive tackle Tywone Malone, tight end Caden Prieskorn, and released wide receiver Dan Chisena from injured reserve.
