J.J. Weaver
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Career Summary
J.J. Weaver is a former Kentucky outside linebacker who joined Carolina as an undrafted rookie in 2025.
He was a three-time Wildcats team captain before his NFL training-camp opportunity.
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Early Life
Weaver is from Louisville, Kentucky.
Kentucky identifies Louisville as his hometown.
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College Career
Weaver spent six seasons at Kentucky.
He served as a team captain three times and graduated in December 2023 with a degree in community leadership and development.
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Path to the NFL
Carolina signed Weaver as an undrafted rookie on July 25, 2025.
The Panthers added him to their outside-linebacker group at the start of training camp.
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NFL Career
Weaver spent training camp with the Panthers in 2025.
Carolina waived him on August 25 during its roster reductions.
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Career Accomplishments
Weaver received recognition for his leadership and community work at Kentucky.
He was selected to the 2024 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team and named to the Jason Witten Collegiate Man of the Year watch list.
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Legacy
Weaver helped establish a peer-led grief support group at Kentucky.
In fall 2023, he launched The Perfect Fit Support Group with help from the Kentucky Center for Grieving Children and Families.
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