Panthers CB Jaycee Horn seeks second opinion on quad injury

4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 28, 2026, 5:44 PM

Last updated Sep 28, 2026

Panthers CB Jaycee Horn seeks second opinion on quad injury
Summary

Carolina Panthers cornerback Jaycee Horn is out indefinitely with a torn quad sustained during the team's recent 21-18 loss to the Cleveland Browns. Horn, who had six tackles and two pass breakups in three games this season, is likely headed for injured reserve. Reports indicate that he could miss six to 12 weeks depending on medical evaluations. The Panthers have expressed optimism as Horn seeks a second opinion on the injury, which could impact his return timeline for the season's final stretch.

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Status Watch
  • •Jaycee Horn injured his quad in the fourth quarter against the Browns.
  • •He is expected to miss six to 12 weeks due to the injury.
  • •Horn is securing a second opinion as he faces possible season-ending status.
  • •Panthers are assessing other cornerback options following Horn's injury.
  • •The team remains hopeful for Horn's return late in the season.
Latest Updates
  • 5:45 PMESPN NFL — Sources: Panthers CB Horn out indefinitely with torn quad
  • 5:34 PMYahoo Sports — Panthers HC Dave Canales addresses reports of CB Jaycee Horn's 'significant' quad injury
  • 5:05 PMYahoo Sports — Panthers CB Jaycee Horn to miss significant time with a quad injury
  • 5:03 PMYahoo Sports — Insider provides possible timeline of return for Panthers CB Jaycee Horn
What they're saying
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Panthers cornerback Jaycee Horn will seek a second opinion on his torn quad, sources told NFL Network, but he is headed for injured reserve and could miss the rest of the 2026 season.

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The Panthers got good news about wide receiver Jalen Coker's quad injury, but cornerback Jaycee Horn did not fare as well.

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According to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, Panthers CB Jaycee Horn could be out for six to 12 weeks due to his quad tear.

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