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Carolina Panthers linebacker Nic Scourton tears ACL in training camp

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 9:44 PM

Last updated Jul 23, 2026

Carolina Panthers linebacker Nic Scourton tears ACL in training camp

Summary

The Carolina Panthers began their training camp ahead of the NFL preseason Hall of Fame Game against the Arizona Cardinals. On the first day, linebacker Nic Scourton sustained a season-ending torn ACL in his right knee during practice. Scourton, a second-round draft pick in 2026, was expected to play a key role on the team's defense following a promising rookie season. The Panthers may look to Patrick Jones and Princely Umanmielen to fill the gap left by Scourton as they prepare for their upcoming preseason games.

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•Nic Scourton suffered a torn ACL on July 23, 2026.
•Scourton was drafted in the second round of the 2026 NFL Draft.
•He started eight games and recorded five sacks in his rookie season.
•Next game for the Panthers is against the Arizona Cardinals on August 6.

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9:44 PMYahoo Sports — Carolina Panthers rising star tears ACL on day one of training camp

What they're saying

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The Carolina Panthers opened training camp this week ahead of their NFL preseason Hall of Fame Game against the Arizona Cardinals. And on the first day of training camp practice, the Panthers’ defense suffered a brutal blow. Panthers linebacker Nic Scourton suffered a season-ending torn ACL in his right knee during practice on Thursday. NFL…
— Yahoo Sports

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