On Sunday, the Carolina Panthers gave Jimmy Horn Jr. an opportunity. He worked as their return specialist in the Week 1 game. That game was against the Chicago Bears. The Panthers coordinators highlighted how strong he was in the return game. In their view, he looked sharp. Analysts think this could jumpstart his career going forward. The Panthers ended up losing the game at the finish. The final score was 24 to 21. Tight end Ja'Tavion Sanders was inactive. He did not see action for the contest.