Panthers launch LB Josey Jewell amid restoration from concussion

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – The Carolina Panthers on Tuesday released starting inside linebacker Josey Jewell, who has been in the concussion protocol since suffering a head injury in a Week 15 overtime win against the Arizona Cardinals last season.

Jewell, 30, signed a three-year, $22.75 million contract with Carolina in March of 2024.

Carolina has not ruled out Jewell returning at some point if he recovers fully from the concussion, according to a team spokesperson.

The spokesperson added Jewell wants to focus on his health and recovery “out of consideration for his teammates.”

Jewell was a fourth-round pick by the Denver Broncos in 2018 and remained with the organization until last season, when he had 97 tackles for Carolina despite missing the final two games.

Christian Rozeboom, signed to a one-year deal by Carolina during the offseason, likely becomes Jewell’s replacement next to Trevin Wallace.