Kenny Dyson Jr. (born June 27, 2001) is an American professional football linebacker for the Carolina Panthers of the National Football League (NFL).
During his five-year career at Bryant from 2019 through 2023, Dyson appeared in 44 games with 30 starts, where he totaled 104 tackles with 33.5 being for a loss, 24.5 sacks, six pass deflections, an interception, and three forced fumbles for the Bulldogs.
[1][2] After not being selected in the 2024 NFL draft, Dyson signed with the Carolina Panthers as an undrafted free agent.
[4] He was released by the Panthers during final roster cuts on August 27, 2024, but signed to the team's practice squad the next day.
[5][6] On November 24, Dyson was elevated to the main roster, where he made his NFL debut the following day, playing eight total snaps versus the Kansas City Chiefs.