Roster cutdown day hit the league hard on Sunday, and for former Spartan Nick Samac, it was a rollercoaster. He learned he didn’t make the cut with the Carolina Panthers, getting waived as teams trimmed down to their 53-player rosters. You gotta feel for a guy on that day, right? It’s brutal.
Panthers Waive the Seventh-Round Talent
Samac, a seventh-round pick from 2024, has been bouncing around a bit since coming into the league. He started his career spending the first year and a half with the Baltimore Ravens before latching on with the Carolina Panthers for the back half of the 2025 season. He’s seen action in 11 career games, so you know he’s got some pro experience. Getting waived by the Panthers definitely put his 2026 roster hopes in question.
Vikings Scoop Him Up: Instant Opportunity
But hang tight, because the story took a huge turn for Samac almost immediately! His chances of finding a spot in 2026 just rose exponentially because the Minnesota Vikings swooped in and claimed him off waivers. That’s huge for the former Spartan. He went from being without a team to having a new home and a fresh shot. Now, Samac will be aiming to lock down a spot with the Vikings offensive line. Talk about a quick turnaround.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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