Every day the Panthers practice we will bring you coverage here on CSR. Here’s some highlights from today.
Injuries and Absences
- Thomas Davis and Julius Peppers both got veteran days off.
- Curtis Samuel remained out with a hamstring. Worked on the sidelines a little bit.
- DT’s Toby Johnson and Kyle Love remained out once again.
- Fred Ross didn’t make it back after being carted off a few days ago.
- Dean Marlowe was a new addition to the injury group following Fan Fest. Still don’t know what he’s dealing with.
- Zach Sanchez, Jared Norris, Scott Simonson, and Kawann Short all returned today.
Notes
- Cam Newton threw a little bit on the side today. Nothing too major, but it’s good to see him doing it at least a little bit.
- David Mayo got first team reps with Davis out. Seems like the team is preparing him for the same role A.J. Klein played, which was “play where we need you when we need you.”
- Kelvin Benjamin is still limited but did participate in practice today.
- The defense continues it’s turnover ways with picks by James Bradberry and Michael Adams.
- 2nd round pick OT Taylor Moton got reps at guard today. Captain Munnerlyn also got the most reps he’s seen all of camp following his injury.
- Rookie DE Daeshon Hall had a nice day rushing the passer, the coaches have been pleased with his performance.
- Jeremy Cash got taken out after a low hit on Christian McCaffery. We’ll see if that has an impact on his preseason reps.
- YA BOI Brenton Bersin made a nice deep catch today after Joe Webb threaded the needle between two defenders. Still fighting for that roster spot.
- Christian McCaffery took some snaps in the wildcat during practice. Not sure if that will make it to the regular season but goes to show the team is trying him EVERYWHERE.
- Harrison Butker nailed a field goal with Cam Newton screaming in his face. Can’t imagine that’s very easy.
Another day of practice in the books. Stay tuned for Wednesday, the Panthers first preseason game against the Houston Texans!