Meanwhile, at outside linebacker the Panthers have been struggling ever since they released Jadeveon Clowney - and now it's about to get even worse. Yesterday the team announced that veteran Patrick Jones II has suffered a back injury that will put him out for the rest of the season.

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — While the fantasy football world awaits word on whether Chuba Hubbard or Rico Dowdle will get the bulk of the running back reps for the Carolina Panthers on Sunday against the New York Jets, Dave Canales offered up a possible solution. Why not both?

On Wednesday, the second-year receiver—for a fourth straight session—was listed as a full participant in practice. Coker, who began the regular season on injured reserve, missed the first six games of the campaign due to a quad strain and could suit up as soon as Sunday.

Second-round pick Nic Scourton hasn’t recorded his first sack yet. But his work away from the opposing QB has drawn praise from coaches.

The rejuvenated Panthers are looking for their first three-game winning streak since opening 3-0 in 2021. They look like a team capable of making some noise.

The Carolina Panthers parted ways with a pair of players on Tuesday. As announced this afternoon, the team has waived safety Trevian Thomas. The rookie defender signed to the active roster back on Sept. 30.