The Falcons released Saunders from their practice squad Wednesday, Tori McElhany of the team's official site reports.

Saunders was waived by the Panthers on Saturday, Darin Gantt of the team's official website reports.

Carolina signed Saunders to a reserve/future contract Monday, Darin Gantt of the team's official site reports.

The Panthers signed Saunders to their practice squad Thursday, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.

The Panthers waived Saunders on Tuesday.

Saunders (quadriceps) returned one punt for 23 yards during the Panthers' preseason game Friday.

Panthers head coach Matt Rhule said Wednesday that Saunders has been diagnosed with a quadriceps strain and will be sidelined for 3-to-4 weeks, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.

Panthers head coach Matt Rhule said Tuesday that Saunders is dealing with a lower leg strain, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.