Panthers Sign CB Robert Rochell to Active Roster From Cowboys’ Practice Squad

Overview

• Carolina announced the signing Wednesday as part of a series of defensive roster adjustments.
• Rochell reunites with defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero, who coached him during his 2021 rookie season with the Rams.
• The 27-year-old appeared in two games for Dallas this year on special teams and has 50 career appearances with five starts.
• Rookie cornerback Corey Thornton was placed on injured reserve after the injury sustained in Monday night’s loss.
• Linebacker Krys Barnes was signed to the active roster and cornerback David Long Jr. joined the practice squad, with Jaycee Horn in the concussion protocol.