The Carolina Panthers are set to place wide receiver Adam Thielen on injured reserve due to a severe hamstring injury, which will sideline him for at least four games. Thielen suffered the injury during a recent game against the Las Vegas Raiders, where he caught a touchdown pass. His absence will elevate younger receivers Xavier Legette and Jonathan Mingo in the depth chart as the team prepares for their upcoming matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals.
- Adam Thielen's injury is a significant blow to the Panthers' receiving corps.
- Xavier Legette and Jonathan Mingo will need to step up in Thielen's absence.
Adam Thielen | WR
Injury
Week 4
8 receptions
12 targets
109 rec yards
1 rec TDs
- Thielen will miss at least four games due to a severe hamstring injury.
- He had a strong start to the season with 8 catches for 109 yards and 1 touchdown.
Xavier Legette | WR
Pickup
Week 4
8 receptions
10 targets
77 rec yards
- Legette will move up the depth chart following Thielen's injury.
- He has shown promise with 8 catches for 77 yards this season.
Jonathan Mingo | WR
Pickup
Week 4
6 receptions
8 targets
59 rec yards
- Mingo will also see increased opportunities with Thielen out.
- He has recorded 6 receptions for 59 yards this season.
Carolina Panthers
- The Panthers will need to adjust their offensive strategy without Thielen.
- Young receivers will be crucial as the team faces the Bengals in their next game.
Cincinnati Bengals
- The Bengals will face a weakened Panthers receiving corps, which could impact their defensive strategy.