Ryan Kalil Injury: Updates on Panthers Center's Ankle and Return
Carolina Panthers center Ryan Kalil suffered an ankle injury against the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 7. After missing Week 8 against the Indianapolis Colts, he's ready to return against the Green Bay Packers in Week 9.
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Kalil Available for Packers Game
Sunday, Nov. 8
The Panthers confirmed that Kalil is active for Sunday's game.
Latest on Kalil's Practice Status
Thursday, Nov. 5
The Panthers announced Kalil was a limited participant in today's session, per ESPN's David Newton.
Kalil a Reliable Option for Panthers
Kalil has been extremely durable over the course of his career, starting all 16 regular-season games in every year but one from 2009 through 2014. The 2007 second-round pick out of USC played only five games in 2012 due to a foot injury. However, he has remained generally healthy ever since.
With Kalil on the shelf in Week 8, the Panthers turned to Fernando Velasco at center.
While Velasco is a capable replacement, Kalil's loss couldn't be overstated. He has a great rapport with quarterback Cam Newton, and he is a big reason why Newton, running back Jonathan Stewart and the Panthers lead the NFL in rushing offense with 144 yards per game on the ground.
The 7-0 Panthers are about much more than one player, but Kalil is a true leader on offense, so they'll be glad to have him back.
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