Carolina Panthers Sign Quarterback Kyle Trask Amidst Injury Concerns
The Carolina Panthers have signed quarterback Kyle Trask following a hamstring injury to Haynes King. This move marks Trask's third NFC South team since his 2021 league entry.

Charlotte, NC, August 9, 2026 —
The Carolina Panthers have announced the signing of quarterback Kyle Trask. This acquisition comes shortly after the team placed quarterback Haynes King on injured reserve due to a hamstring injury.
Trask’s arrival with the Panthers marks his third stint with a team in the NFC South division since entering the league in 2021. The specific terms of Trask’s contract were not immediately disclosed.
The addition of Trask provides the Panthers with additional depth at the quarterback position. The team’s current quarterback situation has been impacted by the recent injury to King, necessitating the move to bring in another player for the roster.
Kyle Trask was originally a second-round draft pick in the 2021 NFL Draft. His previous teams in the NFC South include the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the New Orleans Saints.
The Panthers organization has not yet provided further details regarding Trask’s role on the team or his expected timeline for on-field activity.
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