Panthers face injuries to key players ahead of upcoming game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 25, 2026, 12:05 PM
Last updated Sep 25, 2026
The Carolina Panthers are dealing with significant injuries just two games into the 2026 season. Inside linebacker Devin Lloyd is sidelined with a calf injury, while outside linebacker Jaelan Phillips has a back issue. Running back Jonathon Brooks is on injured reserve with core-muscle surgery, impacting the team's backfield depth. The Panthers are exploring potential trades for reinforcements. With multiple players injured, the team's defensive and offensive capabilities are under strain as they prepare for their next game.
- •Devin Lloyd and Jaelan Phillips miss practice with injuries.
- •Jonathon Brooks is on injured reserve, out at least six weeks.
- •Chuba Hubbard faces increased workload without backup.
- •Panthers might seek trade for running back to address depth issues.
- •Panthers signed Ihmir Smith-Marsette to the practice squad for depth.
- 12:05 PMYahoo Sports — Panthers Injury Woes: Lloyd And Phillips Sit As Backfield Cracks
"Panthers stars Devin Lloyd and Jaelan Phillips missed practice with injuries while Jonathon Brooks faces a week-to-week status. Here is the hard truth.
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