Overview
- The Panthers issued a team statement on Oct. 11 saying they expect veteran right tackle Taylor Moton to return for the Week 6 game in Philadelphia pending formal medical clearance.
- Moton has been out since the summer after treatment for a blood clot in his lung and started the season on the reserve/non-football illness list.
- Head coach Dave Canales said the team will rely on medical evaluations to determine Moton’s availability and that the club will monitor how he responds to practice work.
- Rookie 2026 first-round pick Monroe Freeling started the first four games at right tackle and now has an uncertain status because of a knee issue that could affect the lineup.
- Defensive lineman Tershawn Wharton is also under evaluation after offseason neck surgery and the team may open practice windows to assess both players before final roster decisions are made.