Panthers DL Tershawn Wharton plans return to face Eagles in Week 6
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 15, 2026, 9:01 PM
Last updated Oct 15, 2026
Carolina Panthers defensive tackle Tershawn Wharton is set to return for Week 6 against the Philadelphia Eagles. Following neck surgery, Wharton has yet to play this season and started on the reserve/physically unable to perform list. He has participated fully in practice this week, expressing his intention to 'dominate one play at a time' during the game. This will mark his first action since joining the Panthers, where he struggled with injuries last season.
- •Wharton plans to return from neck surgery in Week 6.
- •He has been a full participant in practice this week.
- •Wharton aims to have a significant impact on the game.
- •He missed the entire 2026 season thus far due to injury.
- •Last season, Wharton missed eight games due to various injuries.
- 9:01 PMYahoo Sports — Panthers starting defender plans to return, 'dominate' in Week 6 vs. Eagles
"Not only does Panthers DL Tershawn Wharton plan to return in Week 6, but he also told reporters that he expects to dominate one play at a time.
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