Panthers Week 9 inactives: Potential trade piece active for first time in 2026
The Panthers won't have OL Brady Christensen back for today's matchup with the Broncos. But they will suit up a potential trade chip.
The Carolina Panthers have announced their Week 9 inactives, with several key players remaining sidelined. Offensive lineman Brady Christensen, who was initially expected to return to practice, has not been activated for the upcoming game against the Denver Broncos. The sixth-year veteran has missed the team's first seven games due to a hamstring injury.
Starting left guard Damien Lewis is also out, having been ruled out on Friday because of a knee injury. Tight end Ja Tavion Sanders will be active for the first time in 2026, as the trade deadline approaches on Tuesday. This afternoon may provide a glimpse into potential trade pieces, with the 2024 fourth-round pick, Ja Tavion Sanders, among the active players.
The full list of inactives for the Panthers includes quarterback Haynes King (Emergency QB), running back AJ Dillon G, Damian Lewis (already mentioned), defensive tackle TeRah Edwards, outside linebacker Jaelan Phillips (ILB), inside linebacker Bobby Okereke, cornerback Will Lee III, and several others. For the visiting Denver Broncos, the inactives list includes quarterback Sam Ehlinger (Emergency QB), wide receiver Lil Jordan Humphrey, tight end Dallen Bentley, offensive lineman Kage Casey, cornerback Kris Abrams-Draine, safety Talanoa Hufanga, safety Brandon Jones, and several more.
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