Will Grier Retires After Panthers Return | Huntsville News

Huntsville News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 16, 2026 · 1m

Will Grier, the former Panthers QB drafted in 2019, is officially retiring from playing — but his football story isn’t over. After a brief, emotional return to his hometown team just three months ago, the Panthers placed him on the reserve/retired list. His only NFL action came in 2019 with Carolina, where he threw for 228 yards and four picks in two games. Now, with Bryce Young at QB and Kenny Pickett backing him up, Grier’s playing days are done — but his future may be on the coaching staff. He reportedly had a Cowboys coaching offer before the Panthers reached out, hinting he could soon be…