The Panthers released their first injury report ahead of Sunday’s Wild Card game against the Saints, and there are a few names that we need to track as the week progresses.
Mario Addison and Wes Horton didn’t practice today, and Vernon Butler was limited. That’s three key defensive linemen the Panthers will need to suit up on Sunday, so hopefully they’re ready to go when the time comes. Because it’s a playoff game, I’d say their chances of playing are pretty good.
There was some good news in that Trai Turner and Kurt Coleman both practiced today. Hopefully they’ll be available for the Panthers on Sunday.
Panthers G Trai Turner and S Kurt Coleman both practicing today after missing Falcons game.
— Joe Person (@josephperson) January 3, 2018
While he did practice, Trai Turner is still in the concussion protocol.
Despite practicing today, Panthers guard Trai Turner says he is still in the concussion protocol.
— Joe Person (@josephperson) January 3, 2018
Despite missing the regular season finale, Kurt Coleman expects to play on Sunday.
Asked Kurt Coleman if he’s going to be cleared to play Sunday.
— Jourdan Rodrigue (@JourdanRodrigue) January 3, 2018
He nodded, “Its the playoffs.”
Here’s today’s full injury report...
Practice Status
Did not participate in practice
S Mike Adams (rest)
DE Mario Addison (hip)
WR Devin Funchess
DE Wes Horton (rib)
DE Julius Peppers (rest)
Limited participation in practice
DT Vernon Butler (shoulder)
OT Matt Kalil (illness)
C Ryan Kalil (shoulder)
QB Cam Newton (shoulder)
RB Jonathan Stewart (back)
LB Shaq Thompson (foot)
Full participation in practice
S Kurt Coleman (ankle)
TE Greg Olsen (foot)
G Trai Turner (concussion)
Practice Status
DNP = Did not participate in practice
LP = Limited participation in practice - Less than 100% of a player's normal repetitions
FP = Full participation in practice - 100% of a player's normal repetitions
(N/A) = Not listed/No practice status available
Game Status
Out = Player will not play
Doubtful = Player unlikely to play
Questionable = Uncertain if player will play
(N/A) = Not listed/No game status available