The Panthers will be playing without two of their key offensive players for this week’s rematch with the Falcons. According to the team’s complete Week 14 injury report, tight end Greg Olsen and offensive tackle Greg Little have both been ruled out for Sunday’s game.
Olsen suffered a concussion in last week’s loss to the Redskins. He took an egregious head shot from linebacker Ryan Anderson, who was immediately ejected from the game. Olsen remains in the protocol, but he did do some jogging on the side today. Fans who are hoping this means more opportunities for Ian Thomas should probably temper their expectations. Interim head coach Perry Fewell told reporters yesterday it will be a tight end by committee situation.
As for Little, he’s still dealing with the ankle injury he suffered Week 12 in New Orleans. He’s also spent much of the season in the protocol. He does seem to be recovered from that, at least. Expect Dennis Daley to continue starting at left tackle for now.
In related news, offensive lineman Garrett McGhin (ankle) and outside linebacker Mario Addison (groin) were both limited at Friday’s practice and are listed as questionable.
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