On Sunday, the Carolina Panthers gave Jimmy Horn Jr. an opportunity. He served as their return specialist in the Week 1 game. That game came against the Chicago Bears. The Panthers coordinators pointed out how strong he was on returns. In their view, he played well. Analysts think this could boost his career from here. The Panthers lost the game finally. The final score was 24 to 21. Tight end Ja'Tavion Sanders was held out. He sat out entirely on the sidelines.