Injury-plagued Panthers suffer big loss with G Damien Lewis sidelined
Carolina's top offensive lineman in last week's game suffered a UCL injury with no clear return timetable.
Carolina Panthers offensive guard Damien Lewis is sidelined for an extended period due to an elbow injury, marking a significant blow to the team's offensive line. During the Panthers' 21-18 loss to the Cleveland Browns, Lewis attempted to recover a fumble on a 2-point conversion attempt but ended up re-injuring his elbow, which had previously sidelined him for most of the second quarter.
Despite his limited playing time, Lewis remained the only offensive lineman on the field without yielding pressure, earning the Panthers an 89.7 offensive grade according to Pro Football Focus. Lewis' absence opens up a role for rookie Corey Bullock, who was signed off waivers from the Baltimore Ravens following cutdown day. The pressure continues as the Panthers' medical staff grapples with several key players dealing with injuries, including Jalen Coker, Jaycee Horn, Mike Jackson, Xavier Legette, Devin Lloyd, and Nick Scott.
The team will release their first injury report on Wednesday, leaving fans anxious about what lies ahead for the Panthers' offensive line as they prepare for their upcoming game against the Detroit Lions.
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