The Carolina Panthers were without both of their starting middle linebackers for Thursday's practice.
One was Christian Rozeboom, who exited this past Sunday's win over the Atlanta Falcons with a hamstring injury. Head coach Dave Canales expanded on Rozeboom's outlook following this afternoon's session, stating that they're unlikely to have him in uniform for Monday night's matchup with the San Francisco 49ers.
"We're putting him through the tests, making sure to see where he's at in his availability for the game," Canales told reporters. "We hate to put him out there for a limited amount, knowing how he plays—the style, aggression, the physical nature that he plays with. We wanna make sure he's healthy, first and foremost."
Canales then added that the team is not ruling out their other starting 'backer, Trevin Wallace, just yet. Wallace did not play in Week 11 due to a shoulder injury.
On a more positive note, quarterback Bryce Young (ankle) and wide receivers Tetairoa McMillan (ankle) and Xavier Legette (hip) were full participants on the day.
Here's the full injury report . . .
- ILB Christian Rozeboom (Hip/hamstring) | Thursday: DNP
- ILB Trevin Wallace (Shoulder) | Thursday: DNP
- DL Tershawn Wharton (Knee) | Thursday: Limited
- QB Bryce Young (Ankle) | Thursday: Full
- WR Tetairoa McMillan (Ankle) | Thursday: Full
- WR Xavier Legette (Hip) | Thursday: Full
- S Lathan Ransom (Hand) | Thursday: Full
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