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Out at least four weeks Darnold is expected to be out at least four weeks as a result of the partial non-displaced fracture of his right scapula, Steve Reed of the Associated Press reports.

Impact Coach Matt Rhule relayed the news Wednesday, one day removed from Darnold getting an official diagnosis of the injury he suffered this past Sunday against the Patriots. The Panthers are expected to place Darnold on injured reserve -- the move isn't official yet -- but in his place the team will turn to P.J. Walker under center. Behind Walker, Matt Barkley also is on the active roster after Carolina signed him off Tennessee's practice squad Tuesday.

NOVEMBER 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Panthers expect to place Sam Darnold on injured reserve, sidelining him at least 3 weeks Further testing revealed Sam Darnold suffered an incomplete fracture in the shoulder blade.

NOVEMBER 10, 2021 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Steve Smith: Panthers QB Sam Darnold is 'an underage driver in rush hour traffic' Panthers legend Steve Smith believes we cannot fairly judge Panthers QB Sam Darnold because of the ineptitude of his offensive line. Do you...

NOVEMBER 10, 2021 • USATODAY.COM

Sam Darnold injury update: Panthers QB expected to miss several weeks with right shoulder injury Here's everything you need to know about Darnold's injury, including what happened, who will step in behind him and what his injury timeline...

NOVEMBER 10, 2021 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Dealing with scapula fracture Darnold was diagnosed with a partial non-displaced fracture of his right scapula Tuesday and could be sidelined for multiple weeks, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

Impact The Panthers labeled Darnold day-to-day after he underwent an MRI on Monday, but his injury is apparently more significant than that. It's believed he sustained the fracture during the second quarter of Sunday's loss to the Patriots, though he still played every offensive snap in the contest. P.J. Walker is poised to step into the starting role for Carolina, while Matt Barkley was signed off Tennessee's practice squad to provide another option at quarterback.

NOVEMBER 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Robby Anderson Seems To Accuse Sam Darnold Of Crashing His Dreams Panthers receiver Robby Anderson isn't all that different from us normal folk. The sixth-year pro wants to catch some REM sleep and dream bi...

NOVEMBER 9, 2021 • OUTKICK.COM

Sore shoulder or not, time for the Panthers to sit Sam Darnold and see what P.J. Walker can do Sam Darnold had a 26.3 passer rating Sunday against the Patriots with three interceptions, giving him 11 for the season.

NOVEMBER 8, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Considered day-to-day after MRI The Panthers view Darnold as day-to-day after he underwent an MRI on his right shoulder Monday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Impact The same injury rendered Darnold a game-day decision heading into Sunday's matchup with the Patriots, but the Carolina coaching and training staff felt comfortable enough with the quarterback's health coming out of a pregame workout to clear him to start. Darnold proceeded to deliver another rotten performance in the Panthers' 24-6 loss, completing just 16 of 33 passes for 172 yards, no touchdowns and three interceptions, with two of the picks being a result of poorly thrown balls. Head coach Matt Rhule didn't attribute the injury to Darnold's struggles, but the 24-year-old still doesn't look to be in optimal health entering Week 10. Rhule was evasive when asked whether Darnold would start again this weekend in Arizona, so how he performs in practice over the next few days may dictate whether he or P.J. Walker gets the nod.

NOVEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Directionless Panthers getting worse as season progresses

The Carolina Panthers look like a team without a direction heading into the second half of the 2021 season

NOVEMBER 8, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

The Day After: Sam Darnold getting MRI on shoulder Matt Rhule wants to hear word on the physical status of his quarterback before he makes any decisions for this week.

NOVEMBER 8, 2021 • PANTHERS.COM

AP source: Darnold is 'day to day' after MRI on shoulder

Panthers quarterback Sam Darnold will be listed as day to day following an MRI on his right throwing shoulder, according to a person familiar with the situation

NOVEMBER 8, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Getting MRI on shoulder Coach Matt Rhule said Monday that Darnold (shoulder) will receive an MRI, Andrew Siciliano of NFL Network reports.

Impact Darnold's status for Week 10 currently looks uncertain, as Steve Reed of the Associated Press reports that Rhule intends to wait until Wednesday to make a decision about who will start versus Arizona. If Darnold, can't go, P.J. Walker will stand to slot into the starting lineup. Versus the Patriots in Week 9, Darnold threw three interceptions without a touchdown.

NOVEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

NFL Today, Week 9

NFL Today, Week 9

NOVEMBER 8, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Patriots are beating up Sam Darnold and winning a big game: It's like old times The Patriots are in the best place they’ve been they were 8-0 with Tom Brady in 2019, back when Sam Darnold was seeing ghosts.

NOVEMBER 8, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Sam Darnold Explains Why He Struggles Vs. Patriots, Bill Belichick Carolina Panthers quarterback Sam Darnold offered his reasons why he plays poorly against Bill Belichick and the New England Patriots.

NOVEMBER 8, 2021 • NESN.COM

Darnold's long-, short-term future with Panthers in doubt

The Panthers traded away three draft picks for Sam Darnold with the idea they could resurrect his career and he could develop into the franchise’s long-term answer at quarterback

NOVEMBER 8, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sam Darnold's ghost stories lead to Panthers loss; Matt Rhule has cryptic words about QB's future It doesn't sound as if Rhule will stick with Darnold much longer.

NOVEMBER 7, 2021 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Pats shut down Darnold, Panthers, cruise to 24-6 victory

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NOVEMBER 7, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Horrible versus Patriots Darnold completed 16 of 33 passes for 172 yards and three interceptions in Sunday's 24-6 loss to the Patriots.

Impact Darnold cleared concussion and shoulder concerns during the week to face a familiar foe in the Patriots, but he was again haunted by their defense. After managing merely 32 passing yards in the first half, Darnold threw an interception that was returned 88 yards for a touchdown in the third quarter. That spoiled Carolina's attempt to potentially tie the game, then Darnold threw another pick on his next drive, setting up a New England field goal. To make matters worse, he was also intercepted on the following series, this time in the end zone. Given his poor play over the past five games, there'll certainly be questions surrounding Darnold in advance of Week 10's matchup versus the Cardinals, as his stock now sits at a new low even despite Sunday's return of star tailback Christian McCaffrey.

NOVEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

J.C. Jackson reads Darnold like a book for Patriots' third INT New England Patriots cornerback J.C. Jackson reads Carolina Panthers quarterback Sam Darnold like a book for Patriots' third interception.

NOVEMBER 7, 2021 • PATRIOTS.COM

Can't-Miss Play: J.C. Jackson goes 88 YARDS for pick-six TD vs. Darnold Can't-Miss Play: Carolina Panthers cornerback J.C. Jackson goes 88 YARDS for pick-six TD vs. Carolina Panthers quarterback Sam Darnold, Jack...

NOVEMBER 7, 2021 • NFL.COM

Confirmed for Week 9 start Darnold (shoulder) has been confirmed as the Panthers' starting quarterback for Sunday's game against the Patriots, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

Impact The Panthers' decision not to add a third quarterback to the roster this week hinted that Darnold would be available in at least a backup capacity while he managed a right shoulder injury, but the team wanted to see how he fared in a pregame warmup before deciding whether he or P.J. Walker would pick up the start. Person's report suggests that Darnold checked out fine during his pregame work, clearing the way for the 24-year-old signal-caller to make his ninth start of the season. Unless his shoulder presents too much discomfort or limits his effectiveness, Darnold is expected to handle a full workload against New England.

NOVEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Patriots-Panthers live updates: Can the New England defense make Sam Darnold see ghosts again? The Patriots look to improve their record to 5-4 today at Carolina

NOVEMBER 7, 2021 • MASSLIVE.COM

Panthers QB Sam Darnold (shoulder) active, will start vs. Patriots Carolina's starting quarterback is back after a week of uncertainty. Sam Darnold is active and is expected to start at QB on Sunday afternoo...

NOVEMBER 7, 2021 • NFL.COM