RUSSELL OKUNG NEWS

Panthers say McCaffrey not expected to play against Lions

Panthers coach Matt Rhule said running back Christian McCaffrey is not expected to play Sunday against the Detroit Lions, a big blow for a Carolina team that is trying to snap a fi...

NOVEMBER 18, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Steelers' Roethlisberger active after virus-related absence

The unbeaten Pittsburgh Steelers wound up relatively healthy for their game against the AFC North rival Cincinnati Bengals following a brush with the novel coronavirus

NOVEMBER 15, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Panthers place Weatherly, Bonnafon on season-ending IR

Panthers defensive end Stephen Weatherly and running back Reggie Bonnafon have been placed on injured reserve and will miss the remainder of the season

NOVEMBER 13, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Remains out Week 10 Okung (calf) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

Impact Okung will be sidelined for the third consecutive contest as he continues to nurse the calf injury. Greg Little is set to receive another start at left tackle for the Panthers.

NOVEMBER 13, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Panthers' season marred by close losses, injuries

The Panthers found themselves in a familiar position Sunday — with the ball in their hands on the final drive and a chance to win the game

NOVEMBER 9, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Newcomer Avery Williamson active for Steelers-Cowboys game

Linebacker Avery Williamson is set to make his Pittsburgh Steelers debut at Dallas a week after he was acquired in a trade from the New York Jets

NOVEMBER 8, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Officially out Okung (calf) is officially out for Sunday's game, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

Impact That's now two games Okung will miss thanks to a nagging calf injury. The 32-year-old will most likely see Greg Little take his place as starting left tackle when the Panthers take on the Chiefs.

NOVEMBER 7, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Panthers OT Russell Okung downgraded, will miss Chiefs game due to injury Panthers left tackle Russell Okung will miss his fourth game of the season tomorrow when his team plays the Chiefs.

NOVEMBER 7, 2020 • USATODAY.COM

Left tackle Russell Okung downgraded to out for Chiefs game Okung will not travel with the team to Kansas City.

NOVEMBER 7, 2020 • PANTHERS.COM

Unlikely to return Week 9 Okung (calf) is doubtful for Sunday's game at Kansas City, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

Impact Okung suffered the calf injury against the Saints and missed last Thursday's matchup with the Falcons, and he's expected to miss his second straight contest. Greg Little is poised for another start at left tackle for Carolina.

NOVEMBER 6, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Chiefs' Reid big fan of Panthers running back McCaffrey

Chiefs coach Andy Reid would have loved to have Christian McCaffrey in his offense

NOVEMBER 5, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Panthers 'very hopeful' McCaffrey plays vs. Chiefs

Panthers coach Matt Rhule is “very hopeful” Christian McCaffrey will play Sunday against the Kansas City Chiefs after going through his first padded practice on Wednesday since Wee...

NOVEMBER 4, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Carolina offensive line isn't holding up versus pressure

Opposing defenses are learning they can have success blitzing Teddy Bridgewater and the Panthers

OCTOBER 30, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

McCaffrey will miss 6th straight game for Panthers

Panthers 2019 All-Pro running back Christian McCaffrey was not removed from injured reserve and will miss his sixth straight game against the Falcons on Thursday night due to a hig...

OCTOBER 29, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Won't play Thursday Okung (calf) is inactive for Thursday's game against the Falcons, Myles Simmons of the Panthers' official site reports.

Impact Okung picked up a calf injury during Sunday's loss to the Saints, the severity of which will force him to remain on the sideline after a short turnaround. Greg Little stands to replace him at left tackle.

OCTOBER 29, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Week 8 Inactives: Zach Kerr, Russell Okung will not play against Atlanta Kerr (toe) and Okung (calf) did not practice during the short week.

OCTOBER 29, 2020 • PANTHERS.COM

Panthers' McCaffrey back at practice after missing 5 games

Christian McCaffrey has been designated for return from the team’s injured reserve list, increasing the likelihood the 2019 All-Pro running back will play Thursday night against th...

OCTOBER 27, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Rhule hopeful McCaffrey will return vs. Falcons

Panthers coach Matt Rhule said “it’s a possibility” star running back Christian McCaffrey could return to action Thursday night against the Atlanta Falcons

OCTOBER 26, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

NFL Today-Week 7

NFL Today-Week 7

OCTOBER 26, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

NFL Today-Week 7

NFL Today-Week 7

OCTOBER 25, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dealing with calf injury Okung sustained a calf injury during Sunday's loss to the Saints, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

Impact The 32-year-old was labeled doubtful to return and unsurprisingly never retook the field. Okung will have a short week to recover for Thursday's matchup with the Falcons. Greg Little served as the replacement at left tackle for Carolina.

OCTOBER 25, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Full-go during Thursday's practice Okung (groin) was able to log a full practice session Thursday.

Impact The two-time Pro Bowler has been held out back-to-back weeks while nursing an injury, forcing second-year man Greg Little into duty as Carolina's starting left tackle. The Panthers so far this season are tied for 14th in the NFL with two sacks allowed per game, while the offensive line also ranks 16th in stuffed rate (16 percent). Getting a healthy Okung back in the mix may certainly help Carolina improve upon those metrics.

OCTOBER 8, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Panthers OT Russell Okung complains about NFL's COVID-19 rules As usual, Okung is exactly wrong.

OCTOBER 7, 2020 • USATODAY.COM

Can't make it back for Week 4 Okung (groin) has been listed as inactive for Sunday's matchup against the Cardinals.

Impact This development translates to a second consecutive missed game for the two-time Pro Bowler, as Greg Little prepares to log another start at left tackle in place of Okung. Arizona's defense has the fifth-most sacks in the NFL through three weeks (11), while Carolina ranks in the bottom half of the league with 2.7 sacks surrendered per game heading into Sunday's contest.

OCTOBER 4, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Panthers inactives: Russell Okung, Dennis Daley out vs. Cardinals Greg Little will get the start at left tackle instead of Okung.

OCTOBER 4, 2020 • USATODAY.COM