Martinez beats out McCaffrey for Huskers' starting QB job
Adrian Martinez turned back a challenge from Luke McCaffrey to win the starting quarterback’s job for Nebraska’s opener at No. 5 Ohio StateOCTOBER 19, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
CHRISTIAN MCCAFFREY #23 - RUNNING BACK - SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS
149 YDS •
43 ATT •
0 TD
149 YDS
43 ATT
0 TD
Return date still uncertain Coach Matt Rhule said Monday that he's not sure whether McCaffrey (ankle) will return "this week, next week or the week after," Joe Person of The Athletic reports.
Impact McCaffrey already has missed four games on IR while recovering from his high right ankle sprain, and Rhule is keeping the door open for him to return any time between Weeks 7 and 9. If McCaffrey isn't activated for Sunday's contest in New Orleans, it could be difficult to get him ready for a Thursday night affair Week 8, in which case his next chance to suit up would come Nov. 8 in Kansas City. With Mike Davis performing so well out of the backfield, the Panthers may feel secure in allowing McCaffrey ample time to get back to 100 percent health.
OCTOBER 19, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Carolina Panthers could use McCaffrey's help in red zone
The Carolina Panthers are struggling in the red zone and really miss Christian McCaffreyOCTOBER 19, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Panthers' offense 'humbled' after poor outing against Bears
Teddy Bridgewater called it a humbling day for the Carolina offenseOCTOBER 18, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Week 8 return may be most likely David Newton of ESPN.com suggests McCaffrey (ankle) may not return until Week 8 against the Falcons on Thursday, Oct. 29.
Impact The Panthers opted not to activate McCaffrey from injured reserve this week, despite the running back reaching the three-week minimum. Because of his prognosis of 4-to-6 weeks to recover from his high right ankle sprain, he also could sit out Week 7 at New Orleans, especially with a game four days later. In any case, Carolina can open his 21-day window to return at any point moving forward, and the team likely wants to see how he holds up in practice before making a decision to add him back to the active roster. While McCaffrey continues his rehab, Mike Davis will handle backfield duties for the Panthers.
OCTOBER 16, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Long view: Falcons, Vikings have veered off contending track
The Atlanta Falcons have hit the reset button with a dual in-season dismissal of their general manager and head coachOCTOBER 15, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Running back Davis off to fast start as Panthers face Bears
Panthers running back Mike Davis said the key to his success this season has been that he “runs angry.”OCTOBER 15, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Fantasy Football Week 6 injury report: Updates on Julio Jones, Christian McCaffrey, Baker Mayfield and more | Fantasy Football News, Rankings and Projections | PFF PFF injury analyst Mario Pilato combs through the official injury reports for each Week 6 game and gives updates and analysis for fantasy-re...
OCTOBER 15, 2020 • PFF.COM
Panthers lose Short to shoulder injury; McCaffrey still out The Panthers have lost two-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle Kawann Short to a shoulder injury for the second straight season, and 2019 All-Pro...
OCTOBER 14, 2020 • WASHINGTONTIMES.COM
Panthers lose Short to shoulder injury; McCaffrey still out
The Panthers have lost two-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle Kawann Short to a shoulder injury for the second straight season, and 2019 All-Pro running back Christian McCaffrey is not...OCTOBER 14, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Activation not imminent Coach Matt Rhule said Wednesday that McCaffrey (ankle) "won't be activated as of right now," Myles Simmons of the Panthers' official site reports.
Impact McCaffrey has spent the requisite amount of time on injured reserve under the 2020 rules, but the Panthers aren't yet ready to let him get back on the field, which would open his 21-day window to be activated. With McCaffrey still tending to a high right ankle sprain and Mike Davis performing so well in his stead, the Panthers can stand to wait for the All-Pro running back to be as close to 100 percent as possible before he returns to action.
OCTOBER 14, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Absent from practice McCaffrey (ankle) isn't practicing Wednesday, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.
Impact A report earlier this week suggested McCaffrey would undergo tests to determine if he could return from injured reserve for the Panthers' Week 6 game against the Bears. While the team hasn't provided any formal update, McCaffrey's absence from practice hints at another week out of the lineup. Mike Davis has taken full advantage of a three-down role in McCaffrey's stead, piling up 351 total yards and three touchdowns over the past three games.
OCTOBER 14, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Matt Rhule gives update on Christian McCaffrey's status Rhule spoke about McCaffrey's status on injured reserve heading into this week's game against Chicago.
OCTOBER 12, 2020 • PANTHERS.COM
Eligible to return in Week 6 McCaffrey (ankle) will undergo tests this week to determine if he's healthy enough to be activated from IR for Sunday's matchup against the Bears, Myles Simmons of the Panthers' of...
Impact McCaffrey has spent three weeks on IR, the minimum number required to return to the lineup. Coach Matt Rhule plans to have a better idea of McCaffrey's high ankle sprain by the time practice resumes Wednesday, and a return to practice in any capacity would signal that the superstar running back has a good chance to play Week 6. Mike Davis has been excellent in his place, recording 351 yards from scrimmage and three total touchdowns. He'll continue to start if McCaffrey can't go.
OCTOBER 12, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Under Rhule, Panthers playing like 'brothers,' winning games
When Brian Burns stripped Matt Ryan of the football, Juston Burris had an open lane to the end zoneOCTOBER 12, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Bridgewater, Burris lead Panthers; Falcons fire Quinn
Teddy Bridgewater threw for 313 yards and two touchdowns, Juston Burris made a huge interception in the end zone and the Carolina Panthers held on for a 23-16 victory over winless...OCTOBER 11, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
High-powered Browns take on stingy Colts in showcase game
The Browns might be for realOCTOBER 9, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Bridgewater, Panthers surging as they face reeling Falcons
With Teddy Bridgewater showing promise as a long-term replacement for Cam Newton and Mike Davis flourishing as a short-term substitute for Christian McCaffrey, the Carolina Panther...OCTOBER 8, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Bridgewater's patience, accuracy paying off in Carolina
Teddy Bridgewater’s patience is paying off in CarolinaOCTOBER 7, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Analysis: Panthers backup RBs producing with McCaffrey out CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — There seemed to be a dark cloud forming over the Carolina Panthers after starting the season 0-2 and losing 2019 All-...
OCTOBER 5, 2020 • OLEANTIMESHERALD.COM
Analysis: Panthers backup RBs producing with McCaffrey out CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — There seemed to be a dark cloud forming over the Carolina Panthers after starting the season 0-2 and losing 2019 All-...
OCTOBER 5, 2020 • TUCSON.COM
Analysis: Panthers backup RBs producing with McCaffrey out There seemed to be a dark cloud forming over the Carolina Panthers after starting the season 0-2 and losing 2019 All-Pro running back Christ...
OCTOBER 5, 2020 • WASHINGTONTIMES.COM
Analysis: Panthers backup RBs producing with McCaffrey out
There seemed to be adark cloud forming over the Carolina Panthers after starting the season 0-2 and losing 2019 All-Pro running back Christian McCaffrey to a high ankle sprainOCTOBER 5, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Mayfield, Garrett, Beckham lead surging Browns past Cowboys
OCTOBER 4, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Kingsbury, Rhule renew friendly rivalry at the NFL level
Matt Rhule and Kliff Kingsbury are set to match coaching strategies again — only this time at the NFL level when the Carolina Panthers host the Arizona Cardinals on SundayOCTOBER 1, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
