CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Linebacker Blake Martinez, who announced his unretirement earlier this year amidst a Pokémon card scandal, on Tuesday was signed to the practice squad of the injury-plagued Carolina Panthers.
Martinez, 29, last played for the Las Vegas Raiders in 2022. He retired in November of that season, announcing his decision to leave the game on social media.
"I had an amazing journey with some incredible franchises, and made lifelong friendships,'' he wrote. "I have chosen to step away from this career at this time to focus on my family and future passions!