Overview
- Head coach Dave Canales disclosed the surgery on Friday via The Athletic’s Joe Person, confirming Wallace’s season is over.
- Wallace started 12 games at age 22 and ranks fourth on the team in tackles (61), tackles for loss (5), passes defended (4) and sacks (2).
- Even if Carolina wins the NFC South and reaches the playoffs, reporting indicates the procedure prevents any quick postseason return for Wallace.
- Canales said third-year linebacker Claudin Cherelus will continue starting in Wallace’s place, and he has allowed 12 completions on 13 targets for 155 yards and a 116.3 passer rating in coverage.
- Reporting suggests defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero could deploy more dime looks or reduce Cherelus’ snaps in clear passing situations.