Dave Canales

Carolina Panthers wide receiver Xavier Legette avoided a concussion after a hard fall during practice but is likely suffering from a stinger. He will miss the Pro Football Hall of Fame game against the Cardinals. Rookie Chris Brazzell's season-ending knee injury has shifted third-receiver responsibilities to Legette.

Carolina Panthers wide receiver Xavier Legette was carted off the field during practice with an upper-body injury after a hard fall. Trainers attended to him, and players expressed concern. The Panthers have also lost wide receiver Chris Brazzell for the season due to a torn LCL injury.

The Carolina Panthers will begin their NFL preseason without starting quarterback Bryce Young, who will not play in the first game. Head Coach Dave Canales praised Young's growth and leadership, while Executive Vice President Brandt Tillis highlighted his potential. The Panthers have picked up Young's fifth-year option through 2027 but are keeping extension discussions private.

The Carolina Panthers scrimmaged in front of 40,000 fans at Bank of America Stadium, but injuries continue to plague the team. Key players like Tommy Tremble, Derrick Brown, and Chris Brazzell were sidelined, prompting the team to sign free agent tight end Chamon Metayer. Coach Dave Canales expressed concerns over the tight end group and the impact of injuries on the roster.

The Carolina Panthers scrimmaged in front of 40,000 fans at Bank of America Stadium, but injuries remain a major concern. Multiple players, including tight end Tommy Tremble, defensive tackle Derrick Brown, and linebacker Devin Lloyd, sat out due to injuries or rest. The team signed rookie tight end Chamon Metayer to strengthen the position after injuries to Chris Brazzell and Mitchell Evans.

Carolina Panthers rookie Chris Brazzell will undergo season-ending surgery after injuring his left knee during practice. The injury follows a prior knee issue earlier in training camp, and his absence opens opportunities for Xavier Legette to step into a larger role. Linebacker Nic Scourton also suffered a season-ending ACL injury in training camp.

Carolina Panthers linebacker Nic Scourton was carted off the field with a right knee injury during training camp. Head coach Dave Canales stated the injury's extent is unknown pending an MRI. Scourton, who had a strong rookie season with 47 tackles and five sacks, will be supported by the team's depth if the injury is serious.

Panthers second-year linebacker Nic Scourton was carted off the field during the team’s first practice after an apparent right knee injury. Head coach Dave Canales confirmed Scourton will undergo imaging, and teammates and players like Bryce Young, Chuba Hubbard, and Jaelan Phillips supported him. Scourton, a second-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, was tied for the team lead with 5.0 sacks as a rookie.