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Rookie Jimmy Horn Jr. Dazzles at Panthers Fan Fest with Two Touchdowns
5 Aug
Summary
- Rookie Jimmy Horn Jr. impresses at Panthers Fan Fest
- Deion Sanders praises Horn's drive and purpose
- Horn remains humble, focused on proving himself in the NFL

On August 5th, 2025, rookie wide receiver Jimmy Horn Jr. made waves at the Carolina Panthers Fan Fest, scoring two touchdowns and impressing the over 40,000 spectators in attendance. The sixth-round pick out of Colorado displayed his elite speed and outstanding skills, drawing praise from across the Panthers organization.
Head coach Dave Canales noted Horn's relentless energy and ability to adjust routes, allowing him to "continue to find space and play fast." Veteran receiver Adam Thielen added that Horn's comfort with the offense is growing, and his playmaking abilities are only just beginning.
Deion Sanders, who had mentored Horn as one of his "extended sons" at Colorado, spoke highly of the young player's mindset. "Jimmy don't play," Sanders told Asante Samuel on the 'Say What Needs to Be Said' podcast. "Jimmy has got his pops on his mind. You know pops is incarcerated. So Jimmy has got a purpose."
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Despite the rising hype, Horn remains grounded and focused. "I try not to feed into it," he said. "I just want to continue to prove myself every day." With his hunger and talent, Horn is quickly emerging as a potential steal of the 2025 NFL Draft.