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David Moore David Moore Questionable for Week 16
Fri, Dec 20, 2024, 2:04 PM
Moore (concussion) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Cardinals.
Analysis: Xavier Legette (hip) is out, and Jalen Coker (quadriceps) is questionable, so Moore could be looking at every-down wideout snaps if he gains clearance for Sunday. Moore was able to practice fully Friday, suggesting Moore has a good chance to suit up versus Arizona. Moore has posted a 28-286-1 line on 50 targets this season. |
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Jalen Coker Jalen Coker Questionable for Sunday
Fri, Dec 20, 2024, 1:48 PM
Coker (quadriceps) is listed as questionable for Sunday's contest against the Cardinals.
Analysis: Coker made a midweek appearance on the Panthers' injury report, logging limited sessions Thursday and Friday due to a quad issue. Fellow WR Xavier Legette (hip) has been ruled out for Week 16, while David Moore (concussion) also is questionable to suit up. The statuses of Coker and Moore won't be confirmed until about 90 minutes before Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff, but if either or both join Legette as inactive, Carolina may have to roll with a WR corps featuring Adam Thielen, with Deven Thompkins and Dan Chisena also in the mix. |
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Xavier Legette Xavier Legette Not playing in Week 16
Fri, Dec 20, 2024, 1:43 PM
Legette (hip) has been ruled out for Sunday's game versus the Cardinals, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.
Analysis: Legette departed last Sunday's loss to the Cowboys in the middle of the third quarter due to what was termed a groin injury at the time. However, the Panthers reclassified it to a hip issue on their first practice report of the week Wednesday, and he proceeded to miss all three Week 16 sessions. With Legette sidelined this weekend, Adam Thielen will be the clear-cut No. 1 WR for QB Bryce Young, while the next two options at the position -- Jalen Coker (quadriceps) and David Moore (concussion) -- both are questionable to suit up, which leaves Deven Thompkins and Dan Chisena as the other healthy receivers on the active roster. |
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Bryce Young Bryce Young Locked in as starter down the stretch
Fri, Dec 20, 2024, 12:17 PM
Panthers coach Dave Canales said Friday that Young will be the team's starting quarterback for the rest of the season, Alex Zietlow of The Charlotte Observer reports.
Analysis: Young has played much better since retaking the starting role in November, but he's coming off a four-turnover performance in a 30-14 loss to Dallas. The Panthers apparently will continue starting him for the final three games even if he struggles, with an injury perhaps being the exception that would get Andy Dalton back on the field. Carolina hosts Arizona this Sunday. |
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David Moore David Moore Limited in practice
Thu, Dec 19, 2024, 3:38 PM
Moore (concussion) was a limited practice participant Thursday.
Analysis: With Xavier Legette (hip) not practicing and unlikely to play in Sunday's game against the Cardinals, there's a chance for Moore to regain a regular spot in three-wide formations if he clears concussion protocol. In the event that doesn't happen, Deven Thompkins and Dan Chisena are Carolina's healthy depth receivers. |
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Xavier Legette Xavier Legette Not practicing
Thu, Dec 19, 2024, 3:36 PM
Legette (hip) didn't practice Thursday.
Analysis: As expected, after Panther coach Dave Canales said Monday that Legette is considered week-to-week and isn't likely to play Sunday against the Cardinals. His likely replacement, David Moore, is currently in the concussion protocol and was a limited practice participant Wednesday and Thursday, potentially opening the door for Deven Thompkins, Dan Chisena or a practice-squad player to fill in at wide receiver alongside Adam Thielen and Jalen Coker (LP - quad). |
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Jalen Coker Jalen Coker Limited by quad issue
Thu, Dec 19, 2024, 3:11 PM
Coker was limited in practice Thursday due to a quadriceps injury.
Analysis: Coker wasn't listed on the Panthers' first Week 16 practice report Wednesday, so his addition one day later is somewhat worrisome. Having said that, he missed Weeks 12-14 with a quad issue, so his practice restrictions Thursday may be related to maintenance. In his return to action this past Sunday against the Cowboys, Coker hauled in four of six targets for 110 yards and one touchdown, which mostly was fueled by an 83-yard scoring strike. |
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David Moore David Moore Sustains concussion
Wed, Dec 18, 2024, 3:53 PM
Moore (concussion) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.
Analysis: Moore appears to have a picked up a concussion in the Panthers' loss the Cowboys on Sunday, despite playing 28 offensive snaps and catching two of his four targets for 19 yards. The veteran wideout's limited session Wednesday is promising, but he still must clear the NFL's five-step concussion protocol in order to suit up in Week 16, when the Panthers play the Cardinals. |
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Raheem Blackshear Raheem Blackshear Full go for Wednesday
Wed, Dec 18, 2024, 3:48 PM
Blackshear (chest) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice.
Analysis: Blackshear missed Carolina's Week 15 loss to the Cowboys after sustaining a chest injury the game prior; however, Wednesday's full practice session suggests he's already moved past the issue. The Virginia Tech product will likely have a larger offensive role for the remainder of the season, serving as the Panthers' No. 2 running back with Jonathon Brooks (knee) and Miles Sanders (ankle) both on injured reserve. |
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Xavier Legette Xavier Legette No practice Wednesday
Wed, Dec 18, 2024, 3:13 PM
Legette (hip) didn't practice Wednesday.
Analysis: Legette made an early exit from this past Sunday's loss to the Cowboys due to a groin injury, but it's been reclassified as a hip issue on the Panthers' first Week 16 injury report. Coach Dave Canales told Steve Reed of the Associated Press on Monday that the Panthers consider Legette week-to-week and unlikely to play Sunday against the Cardinals, so his lack of on-field work Wednesday isn't a surprise. Considering those comments, the Panthers seem likely to rule out Legette by week's end. |
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Xavier Legette Xavier Legette Considered week-to-week
Mon, Dec 16, 2024, 1:22 PM
Panthers head coach Dave Canales said Monday that Legette (groin) is week-to-week and expected to be ruled out for Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Steve Reed of the Associated Press reports.
Analysis: Canales said he would "love to have a chance for [Legette] to finish the season strongly," but the rookie first-round pick is expected to miss at least one contest due to the groin injury he sustained during Carolina's 30-14 loss to the Cowboys in Week 15. If Legette indeed isn't able to suit up versus Arizona, Adam Thielen, Jalen Coker and David Moore will be positioned as Bryce Young's clear top wide receivers, with Deven Thompkins acting in the No. 4 role. |
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Jalen Coker Jalen Coker Scores long touchdown
Sun, Dec 15, 2024, 7:11 PM
Coker recorded four receptions on six targets for 110 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 30-14 loss to the Cowboys.
Analysis: Coker returned from a three-game absence and immediately stepped back into a significant role. He finished second on the team in targets and tied for second in receptions, and the highlight of his performance came on an 83-yard touchdown just before halftime. Coker has at least six targets in three of his last four games, so he should maintain a consistent role in the offense down the stretch, though his results may remain unpredictable due to the inconsistency of Bryce Young. |
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Adam Thielen Adam Thielen Leads Panthers in targets
Sun, Dec 15, 2024, 6:48 PM
Thielen recorded five receptions on seven targets for 51 yards in Sunday's 30-14 loss to the Cowboys.
Analysis: The Panthers couldn't get their passing attack on track, with the only explosive play being an 83-yard touchdown pass to Jalen Coker. Thus, despite leading the team in targets and receptions, Thielen turned in a modest performance. Positively, he should remain Bryce Young's top target, though the overall state of the Carolina offense may lead to inconsistent results. |
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Chuba Hubbard Chuba Hubbard Can't get going in Week 15
Sun, Dec 15, 2024, 6:27 PM
Hubbard rushed the ball 10 times for 32 yards in Sunday's 30-14 loss to the Cowboys. He added four receptions on four targets for 17 yards.
Analysis: Hubbard led the backfield as expected with Jonathon Brooks (knee) sidelined. However, he couldn't get things going, in large part because Carolina ran only 50 offensive plays. That led to his lowest yardage output on the ground since Week 1. Positively, Hubbard did remain involved as a pass catcher, as this marked his third game with at least four catches in his last five matchups. |
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David Moore David Moore Modest showing in Week 15
Sun, Dec 15, 2024, 6:19 PM
Moore caught two of his four targets for 19 yards in Sunday's 30-14 loss to the Cowboys.
Analysis: The veteran wideout saw minimal offensive work in the first three quarters of Sunday's loss with the return and emergence of undrafted rookie Jalen Coker (4-110-1). However, Moore was targeted four times in the fourth quarter after 2024 first-round pick Xavier Legette exited the Week 15 loss with a groin injury. Moore could continue to see increased work with Carolina's first-team offense in the Week 16 matchup against the Cardinals is Legette is unable to suit up. |
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Tommy Tremble Tommy Tremble Catches two passes in loss
Sun, Dec 15, 2024, 6:14 PM
Tremble caught both of his targets for 15 yards in Sunday's 30-14 loss to the Cowboys.
Analysis: For the second game in a row, Tremble out-performed rookie Ja'Tavion Sanders, who still leads the Panthers' tight end corps in receptions (29) and yards (302) through 13 appearances this season. Despite Tremble serving as Carolina's top tight end over the last two weeks, he's posted a modest receiving line of 3-18-1. The Notre Dame product will likely continue to struggle to find fantasy relevance, splitting first-team offensive work with Sanders as the Panthers face the Cardinals in Week 16. |
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Ja'Tavion Sanders Ja'Tavion Sanders Held without a catch again
Sun, Dec 15, 2024, 6:06 PM
Sanders failed to catch his only target in Sunday's 30-14 loss to the Cowboys.
Analysis: Since returning from a neck injury in Week 14, Sanders has seen just two targets and failed to catch either. He was out-produced by Tommy Tremble for the second consecutive game, with Tremble recording three receptions for 18 yards and one touchdown during that span. Sanders' offensive role appears to have diminished as of late, and he will likely continue to split Carolina's top tight end duties with Tremble as the season progresses. |
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Bryce Young Bryce Young Four turnovers in loss
Sun, Dec 15, 2024, 5:03 PM
Young completed 19 of 28 passes for 219 yards, one touchdown and two interceptions in Sunday's 30-14 loss to the Cowboys. He added three rushes for 12 yards and an additional score.
Analysis: Young had turned the ball over only four times in six games since retaking the starting role entering Sunday's game, but he struggled to take care of the ball in Carolina's blowout loss with two picks and two lost fumbles. Those turnovers led directly to 10 points for Dallas. Young's day was also underwhelming in terms of his ability to move the offense, as a significant amount of his yardage came on an 83-yard touchdown toss to Jalen Coker. After showing signs of being a competent NFL starter, Young took a step back in the loss and now has only one passing touchdown in six straight games. |
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Xavier Legette Xavier Legette Injures groin Sunday
Sun, Dec 15, 2024, 2:21 PM
Legette suffered a groin injury during Sunday's contest against the Cowboys, Kassidy Hill of the Panthers' official site reports.
Analysis: Before he departed in the middle of the third quarter, Legette had two catches (on three targets) for seven yards and one carry for two yards. For as long as Legette is sidelined, Adam Thielen, Jalen Coker, David Moore and Deven Thompkins are the healthy and available wide receivers for the Panthers. |
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Deven Thompkins Deven Thompkins Expected to operate as top returner
Sun, Dec 15, 2024, 11:07 AM
Thompkins will serve as the Panthers' top return man during Sunday's game against the Cowboys, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official website reports.
Analysis: With Raheem Blackshear (chest) unavailable, Thompkins' role is set to increase. Thompkins totaled 327 kick-return and 234 punt-return yards for the Buccaneers last season, and he had 46 kick-return and 15 punt-return yards in place of Blackshear last week. |
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