On Sunday, the Carolina Panthers gave Jimmy Horn Jr. an opportunity. He served as their return specialist in the Week 1 game. That game pitted them against the Chicago Bears. The Panthers coordinators noted how strong he was on returns. According to them, he performed well. Analysts think this could help launch his career moving ahead. The Panthers ended up losing the game at the finish. The final score was 24 to 21. Tight end Ja'Tavion Sanders was sidelined. He did not see action on the sidelines.