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Charlotte linebacker Nic Scourton carted off with knee injury

PUBLISHED Jul 23, 2026, 3:39 PM ET

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Carolina Panthers outside linebacker Nic Scourton suffered an apparent right knee injury during the team’s first training camp practice on Thursday, July 23, 2026, in Charlotte, North Carolina. The second-year pass rusher went down during full-team 11-on-11 drills on a wet grass field in rainy conditions after engaging with an offensive lineman. Practice was halted while athletic trainers and medical staff evaluated his right knee on the field. Scourton was visibly emotional as he was placed on a medical cart and taken to the indoor facility, with head coach Dave Canales and the entire roster gathering to offer support before his departure.

By James Porter | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

2025 Scourton completes his rookie season
Thursday July 23 2026 Panthers open training camp
Thursday July 23 2026 Injury occurs during 11-on-11
Thursday July 23 2026 Practice halted for on-field evaluation
Thursday July 23 2026 Scourton carted from practice field
Thursday July 23 2026 Team gathers around medical cart
Later July 23 2026 Scourton taken to indoor facility

News Intelligence

If you're a Panthers fan, this is a blow. Scourton's a key player. His injury could impact the team's performance. Keep an eye on updates about his condition.