Panthers place starting CBs Jaycee Horn and Mike Jackson on IR ahead of Lions game

The Carolina Panthers have placed starting cornerbacks Jaycee Horn and Mike Jackson on injured reserve before their Sunday night matchup against the Detroit Lions. Horn strained his quadriceps during a loss to the Cleveland Browns last weekend, while Jackson suffered a groin injury. Both are expected to miss at least four games, with Horn's injury potentially sidelining him for six to 12 weeks.

The Panthers sought multiple medical opinions to determine the severity of Horn's injury. Coach Dave Canales plans to provide an update after Wednesday's practice. Horn, a two-time Pro Bowl selection, expressed his disappointment on social media, stating that injuries have held him back and that he is determined to return. The Lions, led by quarterback Jared Goff, are ranked eighth in passing and third in scoring through three weeks.

Despite the injuries, the Panthers have a bye in Week 5, providing time for the secondary to regroup. Akayleb Evans and rookie Will Lee III are likely to start at cornerback, with Chau Smith-Wade serving as the nickel back. The Panthers have also signed David Moore and Anthony Tyus III from the practice squad to bolster their roster.