Tershawn Wharton

Panthers DL Tershawn Wharton had neck surgery and is likely to open camp on PUP list.

Fantasy Impact

Panthers head coach Dave Canales said at a Monday press conference that Wharton told the team he was “feeling a little bit of discomfort” earlier this month and that doctors felt that the condition was something that needed to be addressed surgically. Wharton does not hold a timetable to return.

Panthers DT Tershawn Wharton underwent neck surgery in May and is likely to begin the regular season on the PUP list.

Fantasy Impact

Wharton missed eight games last season due to the injury. He is still expected to play at some point this upcoming year.

Tershawn Wharton was seen at Tuesday's walkthrough.

Fantasy Impact

Wharton has missed a couple of games with a hamstring injury. His presence at practice to begin the week gives him a chance to be cleared for Week 18's win-or-go-home game against the Bucs.

Panthers DE Tershawn Wharton is listed as a DNP in Wednesday's practice report.

Fantasy Impact

Wharton suffered a hamstring injury after tripping over a teammate during Monday's walkthrough. It is unclear when he will return.

Panthers coach Dave Canales said DT Turk Wharton tripped on a teammate during a walkthrough which caused the hamstring injury.

Fantasy Impact

It is quite the unusual injury as Canales noted it was the first time he had seen that happen. Wharton will likely miss some time as a result.