Posted May 16, 2016 10:41 a.m. EDT Updated May 21, 2016 2:27 p.m. EDT

The Carolina Panthers announced Monday that the team has signed six tryout players who participated rookie minicamp, including former Duke tight end Braxton Deaver.

This is what a dream looks like. A lot of work ahead but I could not be more excited and thankful for the opportunity to represent my city and all of my loved ones!! A photo posted by Braxton Deaver (@b_the_deavo89) on May 16, 2016 at 7:18am PDT

Deaver, a Charlotte native, tallied 75 catches for 890 yards, six touchdowns and an 11.9 yards per catch average in three seasons as a Blue Devil.

“It is incredibly rewarding to have had a successful minicamp and to be signed to the Panthers, along with living out a childhood dream to be a part of this organization,” Deaver said. “It’s a real blessing and tremendous opportunity.”

South Carolina State running back Jalen Simmons, Northwestern wide receiver Miles Shuler, California offensive tackle Jordan Rigsbee, West Virginia linebacker Jared Barber and Arizona cornerback Shaq Richardson also signed on Monday.

The team released cornerback Brandon Boykin, wide receiver Jenson Stoshak and safety Ras-l Dowling in order to make room for the six signings, according to the team’s official website.

Lol NFL does not surprise me anymore.. Business is crazy. On to the next. — Brandon Boykin (@BrandonBoykin2) May 16, 2016

Boykin signed a one-year, $840,000 contract at the end of March to compete for the nickel cornerback position.

The Panthers drafted three cornerbacks in the 2016 NFL Draft: James Bradberry, Daryl Worley and Zack Sanchez. The team also added former Duke safety Jeremy Cash as an undrafted rookie free agent following the draft.

Carolina now has 88 roster spots filled; 90 players is the maximum on an NFL roster.