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Panthers' Patrick Jones II Out for Season With Back Injury Requiring Surgery

Carolina elevates rookie Nic Scourton into a larger pass-rushing role.

Overview

  • Head coach Dave Canales said Wednesday that Monday imaging confirmed Jones will need surgery.
  • Jones played through Sunday’s win over the Cowboys and was the only non-participant at Wednesday’s practice.
  • Second-round rookie Nic Scourton, who started the games against the Falcons and Patriots, is set for increased snaps.
  • Carolina will also lean on D.J. Wonnum, Princely Umanmielen and Thomas Incoom, with Boogie Basham previously elevated from the practice squad.
  • Jones joined on a two-year deal this offseason and recorded four starts with nine tackles and one sack after missing two games with a hamstring.