The Panthers didn't practice on Wednesday, but rookie tackle Monroe Freeling and veteran running back AJ Dillon were listed as not participating. There were four others listed as limited.
They share a bond based on their common jobs, and also their backgrounds. And during Hispanic Heritage Month, Canales thinks back to the impact coaches like Rivera and Tom Flores had on his career and his opportunity.
One team got their first win, another suffered a third-straight loss, and a QB injury plagues another yet again, as the Panthers enjoyed an early bye. Catch up with the NFC South after Week 5 action.
The veteran right tackle doesn't know if he can play this week, but he knows how lucky he is to have the chance after a serious medical situation this summer. So Tuesday was special for him for a lot of reasons.
The Panthers quarterback spent his bye week popping up everywhere, from college football shows to Monday Night Football broadcasts. On Tuesday, though, he got to put aside the distractions and return to his team, which is where he really wanted to be ...
The team put the second-year defensive tackle on injured reserve with a shoulder issue, and designated three players to return to practice, among other moves as they prepare for this week's trip to Philadelphia.
The Eagles will travel back across the Atlantic Ocean on a three-game losing streak. But a dominant defense and stars stepping up on offense make this an interesting team for which to prepare.
Dave Canales used Monday's team meeting after the bye week to address the Panthers place in the division standings. Plus, the benefit of facing a Vic Fangio defense, injury updates, and more.