Panthers Sign Versatile Alex Cook for Defensive Depth.

The Carolina Panthers address their needs by signing versatile player Alex Cook, who can contribute at both receiver and safety positions.

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Alex Cook, originally from Sacramento, transitioned from a receiver to a safety during his college career at the University of Washington.

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Cook's collegiate stats include 139 total tackles, 4.5 tackles for loss, three passes defensed, and an interception, earning him All-Pac-12 Second Team recognition.

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Standing at 6-foot-1 and weighing 220 pounds, Cook began his NFL journey as an undrafted free agent with the New York Giants.

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The Panthers made the move to acquire Cook as they were missing both of their starting safeties, Vonn Bell and Xavier Woods, in a recent game against the Miami Dolphins.

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Alex Cook's addition as the 53rd player on the Panthers' roster brings valuable depth to a team in need of reinforcement at key positions.

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