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Panthers Activate Robert Hunt for Wild Card, Pro Bowler Set to Start vs. Rams

The Pro Bowl guard returns from a Week 2 biceps tear after a two-week practice ramp-up.

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Dec 14, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Carolina Panthers running back Rico Dowdle (5) and teammates celebrate at the end zone after scoring a touchdown against the New Orleans Saints during the first quarter at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Hinton-Imagn Images
Aug 2, 2025; Charlottle, NC, USA; Carolina Panthers guard Robert Hunt (50) takes the field during Fanfest at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Carolina removed Robert Hunt from the injury report, and he is active and expected to start at right guard today.
  • Hunt had been on injured reserve since a Week 2 biceps tendon tear at Arizona and practiced the past two weeks after his return window opened on Dec. 24.
  • The Panthers did not activate fellow guard Chandler Zavala from injured reserve, and he remains out.
  • Hunt’s return creates the 12th different starting offensive line combination this season and could bolster both pass protection and the run game.
  • Signed to a five-year, $100 million deal in 2024, Hunt earned a Pro Bowl nod last season, highlighting his significance for Carolina entering the postseason.