Ex-Panthers Receiver Retires from NFL at 29

Mo. Basuony

Published: March 20, 2026 6:47 PM ET

D.J. Chark announced his retirement from the NFL on Friday. He shared the news with followers via an Instagram post.

An Ex-Panthers receiver has chosen to retire, ending his NFL career at 29. The move closes a seven-season professional run.

Early life and draft

Chark is from Alexandria, Louisiana. He played college football at Louisiana State University.

The Jacksonville Jaguars selected him in the second round of the 2018 NFL Draft. That pick began his professional journey.

Chark spent his first four NFL seasons with Jacksonville. He played 43 games for the Jaguars.

He spent the 2022 season with the Detroit Lions. Chark then signed with the Carolina Panthers in the 2023 offseason.

With Carolina, he started 11 of 15 games. He recorded 35 catches for 525 yards and five touchdowns that season.

Chark’s last regular-season snap came with the Los Angeles Chargers in 2024. That appearance marked the end of his on-field NFL career.

Chark retires after seven NFL seasons. He leaves behind notable production and several memorable plays.

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