Panthers Claim Tackle Ryan Hayes Off Waivers
The move adds low-experience tackle depth to Carolina's roster by opening a spot through the waiver of wide receiver Kobe Prentice.
Overview
- The Carolina Panthers claimed offensive tackle Ryan Hayes off waivers from the Tennessee Titans, a transaction announced by the team on July 24, 2026.
- Hayes is a 26-year-old former seventh-round pick out of the University of Michigan who has spent time with the Colts, Dolphins, and Falcons and appeared in one NFL game in 2024.
- To create the roster spot for the claim the Panthers waived wide receiver Kobe Prentice, following standard preseason waiver and roster-management rules.
- Hayes arrives as a developmental, low-experience option who will be evaluated in training camp practices and preseason work for a potential role on the depth chart.
- The claim, made after Carolina added another tackle earlier the same day, signals the team's short-term priority of bolstering tackle depth as it shapes the roster before final cuts.