The Carolina Panthers are making moves to strengthen their secondary, signing safety Russ Yeast to the active roster from the practice squad, as reported by NFL insider Tom Pelissero. This is a notable chance for the 25-year-old Yeast, who was originally a seventh-round pick for the Rams in the 2022 NFL Draft.
Yeast’s football journey has taken him from Louisville to Kansas State, where he excelled and was named First-team All-Big 12. His rookie season with the Rams showed promise, with Yeast stepping in as a starter before being moved into a backup role in 2023 and subsequently waived in 2024.
Now with Carolina, Yeast brings depth to a Panthers defense seeking consistency and reliability. He’s appeared in one game each for the Rams and Panthers this season, and while he hasn’t logged any stats, this promotion gives him a fresh opportunity to make an impact on the field. Fans and analysts will be watching closely to see if Yeast can solidify his place in the Panthers’ lineup and bring fresh energy to the team’s defense.
