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Justine Lindsay, NFL’s First Openly Transgender Cheerleader, Won’t Return to Panthers’ TopCats

Lindsay says the move reflects plans for pageantry, community work and schooling toward a sportscasting career.

Justine Lindsay said her next focus is to be a sportscaster
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Overview

  • Speaking to Outsports, Justine Lindsay confirmed she will not rejoin the Carolina Panthers’ cheer squad for the upcoming season.
  • Lindsay joined the TopCats in 2022 and was widely reported as the NFL’s first openly transgender cheerleader.
  • She said stepping away allows her to focus on pageantry and community outreach while returning to school to pursue sportscasting.
  • The Carolina Panthers have not issued a public comment regarding Lindsay’s departure.
  • The announcement lands as public debate intensifies over NFL cheer squads, with social-media speculation about other motives remaining unverified in current reporting.