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Podcast: December 8 episode of the Fantasy Index Podcast

Ian Allan and Justin Eleff look back on Week 13 of the NFL regular season, then look ahead (but don't look forward) to tonight's Raiders-Rams game. Sponsored by the Fantasy Football Counselor.  more »

Dec
7

Rams claim QB Mayfield off waivers

The Los Angeles Rams claimed quarterback BAKER MAYFIELD off waivers from the Carolina Panthers on Tuesday. Mayfield, the top overall pick in the 2018 NFL Draft, was waived on Monday afterMore failing to revive a career that began with the Cleveland Browns. As fantasy owners are aware, Rams quarterback MATTHEW STAFFORD is on injured reserve and is expected to be out for the rest of the season. Less

Source: Los Angeles Times

Dec
6

Panthers waive QB Mayfield

The Carolina Panthers waived veteran quarterback BAKER MAYFIELD on Monday, thus ending the short-lived Mayfield era. Fellow quarterback SAM DARNOLD will start again this week against the Seattle Seahawks, with PJMore WALKER serving as the backup signal caller. The Panthers traded with the Cleveland Browns to acquire Mayfield in July, but he did not play to the level anyone expected, prompting his eventual release. Less

Source: Team Website

Nov
24

Panthers name QB Darnold starter vs. Broncos

The Carolina Panthers announced this week that SAM DARNOLD will make his 2022 regular season debut when he starts at quarterback against the Denver Broncos on Sunday. Darnold spent the firstMore 10 weeks of the season on injured reserve as he recovered from a high ankle sprain suffered in the preseason finale. With Darnold out, the Panthers have struggled behind fellow quarterbacks BAKER MAYFIELD and PJ WALKER. Time will tell if Darnold is able to add a spark to the Panthers offense. Less

Source: Charlotte Observer

Nov
15

Panthers QB Walker out with high-ankle sprain

Carolina Panthers quarterback P.J. WALKER suffered a high ankle sprain in last week’s game against the Atlanta Falcons that will keep him from this Sunday’s game against the Baltimore Ravens. WithMore Walker out of action, fellow quarterback BAKER MAYFIELD will return to the staring lineup for the Panthers. SAM DARNOLD will serve as the backup after just being activated prior to last Thursday’s win against Atlanta. Your fantasy team likely has better options. Less

Source: NBC Sports

Nov
8

Panthers to stick with QB Walker for TNF

Carolina Panthers interim coach Steve Wilks confirmed that the team will stick with PJ WALKER at quarterback for Thursday night’s game against the Atlanta Falcons. Walker struggled last Sunday against theMore Cincinnati Bengals, but Wilks said that he trusts the process and his decision-making. If Walker struggles again, fellow quarterback BAKER MAYFIELD could be called upon to step in like he did against the Bengals. Less

Source: Team Website

Nov
1

Panthers sticking with QB Walker, kicker Pineiro

Carolina interim head coach Steve Wilks said that the Panthers will be sticking with P.J. WALKER at quarterback heading into Sunday’s game against the Cincinnati Bengals. BAKER MAYFIELD, who has returnedMore to full practice from an ankle injury, will continue to hold the clip board as Walker’s backup. SAM DARNOLD is reportedly still progressing from a high ankle sprain that landed him on injured reserve to start the season. Wilks also said that the team will not be working out kickers after EDDY PINEIRO missed two crucial kicks at the end of Sunday’s loss to the Atlanta Falcons. Fantasy owners likely have better options all around. Less

Source: Team Website

Oct
25

Panthers QB Walker likely to remain as starter vs. Falcons

Carolina Panthers interim head coach Steve Wilks said after Sunday’s win over Tampa Bay that it will be hard to pull quarterback P.J. WALKER out of the starting lineup. Fellow quarterbacksMore BAKER MAYFIELD and SAM DARNOLD were both practicing at the end of last week as they work their way back from ankle injuries. While Wilks does not yet know if either will be available for Week #8, it sounds like Walker is in line to make another start. Less

Source: NBC Sports

Oct
20

Panthers QB Walker to start vs. Bucs

Carolina Panthers quarterback PJ Walker will start consecutive games for the first time in his NFL career in Sunday’s game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Sam Darnold’s high ankle sprain, "ligamentMore damage" in Baker Mayfield’s ankle, and Matt Corral’s season-ending Lisfranc injury, left Walker as the last man standing for the Panthers. Fantasy owners likely have better options than the Panthers this weekend. Less

Source: Team Website

Oct
12

Panthers QB Mayfield to avoid surgery

Carolina Panthers quarterback BAKER MAYFIELD received some slightly good news on Tuesday. Mayfield received a second opinion on his injured left foot that confirmed a high-ankle sprain, while also indicating thatMore he avoided any major damage and he will not need surgery. Mayfield is expected to miss anywhere from 2 to 6 weeks, but the team reportedly does not plan to place him on injured reserve for now. Less

Source: Team Blog

Oct
11

Carolina QB Mayfield has high-ankle sprain

Carolina Panthers starting quarterback BAKER MAYFIELD was in a walking boot after Sunday’s loss to the San Francisco 49ers after suffering what is being reported as a high-ankle sprain. With MayfieldMore expected to miss some time due to the injury, and backup SAM DARNOLD out with an injury of his own, the Panthers will likely move forward with P.J. WALKER as their starting quarterback. The Panthers travel to Los Angeles to face the Rams this Sunday. Less

Source: NBC Sports

Oct
4

Panthers QB Darnold eligible to return from injured reserve, but…

With Carolina Panthers starting quarterback BAKER MAYFIELD continuing to struggle, fantasy owners may be wondering if backup quarterback SAM DARNOLD is close to returning from a high-ankle sprain. Ok, so nobodyMore is wondering that but let’s just pretend. Darnold is technically eligible to come off injured reserve, but he is reportedly still not close to being ready. Darnold was injured in the team’s final preseason game on August 26th. Less

Source: NBC Sports

Sep
2

Panthers place Darnold on injured reserve

The Carolina Panthers placed backup quarterback SAM DARNOLD on injured reserve on Thursday, meaning he will miss at least the first four games of the regular season. Darnold suffered a highMore left ankle sprain during last week’s preseason finale and is expected to miss 4 to 6 weeks. With Darnold out, the Panthers have starter BAKER MAYFIELD and backup PJ WALKER on the current 53-man roster. Less

Source: Team Website

Aug
29

Carolina QB Darnold likely out 4-6 weeks with ankle injury

Carolina Panthers backup quarterback SAM DARNOLD is expected to miss 4 to 6 weeks after suffering a high-ankle sprain in Friday night’s preseason finale. Head coach Matt Rhule confirmed over theMore weekend that Darnold’s MRI showed that he has a “significant” injury that could take some time to heal. It was a rough week for Darnold, who lost the quarterback competition for the starting gig just days earlier to fellow 2018 first-rounder BAKER MAYFIELD. Less

Source: NFL.com

Aug
23

Winner, Winner…Chicken Dinner!

Carolina Panthers head coach Matt Rhule announced the winner of the team’s quarterback competition on Monday, handing the starting gig to BAKER MAYFIELD. The newcomer Mayfield had been battling holdover quarterbackMore SAM DARNOLD throughout training camp and the preseason. Darnold will hold the clipboard, with fellow quarterback PJ WALKER likely taking on third-string duties. Rookie quarterback MATT CORRAL suffered a foot injury last week that is expected to keep him out for most, if not all, of the season. Less

Source: Team Website

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