Simmons Almost Returned to Panthers

The Carolina Panthers nearly pulled off a surprise reunion with Justin Simmons, the savvy safety who was flirting with a comeback after a strong 2024 season with Atlanta. Talks were serious — fueled by a deep connection with defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero, whom Simmons had dominated under in Denver. Known for his football IQ, durability, and knack for reading offenses, Simmons could’ve brought instant credibility to Carolina’s shaky secondary. But even if he’d signed, it would’ve been a short-term gig — Simmons was clearly leaning toward retirement, seeking the right fit before calling it quits for good. The Panthers got a glimpse of what might’ve been — but Simmons chose to walk away. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a9d04ec765c49123