Mike Scifres Inks With Panthers

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Updated: June 8, 2016

According to Micheal Gehlken of the San Diego Union-Tribune former San Diego Chargers punter Mike Scifres has signed with the Carolina Panthers.

A new home for Mike Scifres. Former Chargers punter has signed with Panthers, team announces. He spent 13 seasons in San Diego.

— Michael Gehlken (@sdutGehlken) June 7, 2016

Steve Reed of the Associated Press also reported the news.

Panthers sign veteran punter Mike Scifres, who spent last 13 seasons with San Diego.

— Steve Reed (@SteveReedAP) June 7, 2016

Jonathan Jones of the Observer also reported the news.

Panthers have signed 35-year-old punter Mike Scifres. Clearly they aren’t impressed with the two punters they currently have

— Jonathan Jones (@jjones9) June 7, 2016

Scifres is a former fifth round pick of the 2003 NFL Draft. He has spent his entire career with the Chargers before being waived earlier this offseason.

The veteran is beloved by fans in San Diego and it will be good to see him get a chance to win a Super Bowl ring. As more information surfaces on the Chargers and their offseason news we will keep you up to date.

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