Panthers lose Nic Scourton to ACL tear, adjust OLB depth chart
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 2:30 PM
Last updated Jul 24, 2026
The Carolina Panthers face a setback with the season-ending injury of outside linebacker Nic Scourton due to an ACL tear. This comes as the team was already dealing with a thin roster at the edge rusher position. In response, the Panthers signed Cam Gill, who recently earned accolades as the United Football League's Defensive Player of the Year. The current depth chart features Jaelan Phillips and Pat Jones III as starters, while Carolina may seek additional help with free agents like Joey Bosa and Leonard Floyd in mind.
- •Nic Scourton is out for the season with an ACL injury.
- •Cam Gill signed with the Panthers following a strong UFL season.
- •Current starters are Jaelan Phillips and Pat Jones III.
- •Panthers may pursue free agents for added depth.
- •The team was already lacking at the edge rusher position.
- 2:30 PMYahoo Sports — Panthers' updated outlook at OLB following the loss of Nic Scourton
"What does the Panthers' OLB position now look like after the devastating loss of Nic Scourton?
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