The starter was a full participant on Wednesday and could be closer to a return, but the backup didn't practice after injuring his right thumb on the first series of last week's loss to the Bills.
The Panthers were without three starting linemen and a fourth was limited on Wednesday, but quarterback Bryce Young was a full participant after missing last week's game.
The Bucs beat the Saints in a divisional matchup, and the Falcons faltered against the Dolphins, meaning the Panthers keep their spot in the division. Here are all the updates from the NFC South.
The Panthers are in the early stages of discovering an identity that will help them in the future, and how last week wasn't it. Plus more on RBs, QBs, and perhaps the most underrated evaluator in team history.
The Panthers feel like they have established an identity midway through the season. Sunday's loss to the Bills only strengthened their conviction. Now the leadership council will implement the tough approach.
As the Panthers reevaluate their running back unit and how carries are split, incumbent starter Chuba Hubbard vows to stay consistent in his approach and mindset for his team.