On Sunday, the Carolina Panthers gave Jimmy Horn Jr. a chance. He served as their return specialist in the Week 1 game. That game was against the Chicago Bears. The Panthers coordinators pointed out how effective he was on returns. According to them, he played well. Analysts feel this could jumpstart his career moving ahead. The Panthers dropped the game at the finish. The final score was 24 to 21. Tight end Ja'Tavion Sanders was held out. He did not see action on the sidelines.