Carolina Panthers outside linebacker Shaq Thompson (54) is helped from the field after going down with an injury in the second half of an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks, Sunday, Oct. 18, 2015, in Seattle. The Panthers beat the Seahawks 27-23. (AP Photo/Stephen Brashear)Stephen Brashear/Associated Press

Shaq Thompson Injury: Updates on Panthers LB's Knee and Return

Scott PolacekOct 19, 2015

Carolina Panthers linebacker Shaq Thompson suffered a knee injury against the Seattle Seahawks in Week 6. After missing their clash with the Indianapolis Colts, he's set to return against the Green Bay Packers in Week 9.

Continue for updates.

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Thompson Back for Packers Game

Sunday, Nov. 8

The Panthers officially confirmed Thompson's availability for Sunday's match.

Latest on Thompson's Practice Status Ahead of Week 9

Thursday, Nov. 5

The Panthers announced Thompson was a full participant in Thursday's session, per ESPN's David Newton.

Rivera Thankful Injury Wasn't More Serious

Thursday, Oct. 22

"We were very fortunate. He is very fortunate that it wasn't as bad as it looked, thank goodness," said head coach Ron Rivera, per Newton.

Thompson's Athleticism Key for Panthers

According to Pro-Football-Reference.com, Thompson notched 11 tackles, eight assisted tackles and a sack in the first five games.

Thompson’s versatility and overall athletic ability caught Carolina’s eye during the draft. He played outside and inside linebacker in college, as well as some safety and even running back. His burst and quickness to the ball in pursuit earned him early playing time during his rookie campaign.

His injury was just the latest setback for the Panthers at linebacker. Luke Kuechly missed time earlier this season with a concussion, and A.J. Klein—who filled in for Kuechly during that span—did not play in the Seattle game with his own concussion concerns.