The Panthers decided not to tender Ricci on Friday, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.
The Panthers placed Ricci (shoulder) on injured reserve Tuesday.
Ricci (shoulder) is listed as out for Sunday's game at Miami.
Ricci (shoulder) does not carry an injury designation ahead of Sunday's game at the Lions.
Ricci (shoulder) was a limited participant during Wednesday and Thursday's practices.
Ricci (neck) was a full participant in practice Thursday, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.
Ricci (neck) was a limited participant during Wednesday's practice, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.
Ricci (neck) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Broncos.
Ricci (neck) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Broncos.
Ricci (neck) is inactive Sunday against the Ravens.