Princely Umanmielen - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Expected to start Sunday Umanmielen is expected to start Sunday's game against the Bears in place of an inactive Patrick Jones (back), Steve Reed of the Associated Press reports.

Impact Umanmielen was a third-round pick out of Ole Miss last year and appeared in 16 regular-season games as a rookie, recording 24 tackles (13 solo), including 1.5 sacks, one forced fumble and one fumble recovery on just 222 defensive snaps and another 88 on special teams. With Jones injured and Nic Scourton (knee) done for the year, Umanmielen is likely to see more action in 2026.

23 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Four takeaways from Wednesday, including Princely Umanmielen knowing it's time to rise to the challenge The second-year pass-rusher will have to step to the plate with Patrick Jones II out for Week 1. After meeting the coaches challenge in trai...

4 DAYS AGO • PANTHERS.COM

Princely Umanmielen: 'I executed discipline in all areas of my life' Panthers LB Princely Umanmielen comments on Jaelan Phillips naming him the most skilled pass rusher on the team, improving many aspects of h...

AUGUST 3 • PANTHERS.COM

Pressure intensifies for Panthers' Princely Umanmielen without Nic Scourton | Sporting News Carolina's second-year OLB will replace his 2025 draft mate as a primary NFL pass rusher.

JULY 24 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Princely Umanmielen Suddenly Key for the Carolina Panthers Nic Scourton's injury means a much bigger role is in store for the fellow 2nd year pass rusher

JULY 23 • SI.COM

Princely Umanmielen lowers the boom tackling Buccaneers Bucky Irving Watch Panthers outside linebacker Princely Umanmielen tackles Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Bucky Irving for a loss of 4 yards.

JANUARY 3 • PANTHERS.COM

Looks good for Week 11 Umanmielen was not on Carolina's injury report Wednesday.

Impact Umanmielen suffered a groin injury in Sunday's loss to the Saints and was ultimately unable to play in the second half. That he avoided any additional time on the injury report suggests Umanmielen will be ready to suit up in Week 11 against the Falcons.

NOVEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Exits after brief return Umanmielen (groin) returned to Sunday's game against the Saints before leaving again in the second half, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.

Impact Umanmielen initially left Sunday's game due to a groin injury. He was cleared to return to the contest but appeared to aggravate the injury in the second half and was unable to come back for a second time. Umanmielen's practice participation over the coming days will be worth monitoring ahead of the Panthers' Week 11 clash against the Falcons on Sunday, Nov. 16.

NOVEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to return Sunday Umanmielen has a groin injury and is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Saints, Sheena Quick of Fox Sports Radio 1340 reports.

Impact The depth linebacker did not record a stat before leaving the contest. Umanmielen entered the day with nine tackles (five solo), including 1.5 sacks, on the year.

NOVEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to practice Umanmielen (ankle) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.

Impact Umanmielen was sidelined for Carolina's Week 9 win over the Packers due to an ankle injury, but Wednesday's full practice suggests he's moved past the issue. The rookie from Ole Miss has tallied nine total tackles, including 1.5 sacks, through his first eight NFL games. He's likely to continue operating as one of the Panthers' top reserve edge rushers in the Week 10 matchup against the Saints.

NOVEMBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Week 9 Umanmielen (ankle) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Packers.

Impact The 2025 third-round pick from Ole Miss didn't practice all week due to an ankle injury, so it's no surprise that he'll be sidelined Sunday. Expect Thomas Incoom and Trevis Gipson to operate as the Panthers' top reserve edge rushers while Umanmielen is out in Week 9.

OCTOBER 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nursing ankle injury Umanmielen (ankle) did not participate in Wednesday's practice.

Impact Umanmielen likely tweaked his ankle during the Panthers' Week 8 loss to the Bills, and the injury prevented the rookie third-rounder from practicing Wednesday. He'll have two more opportunities to return to practice and avoid an injury tag heading into Sunday's game against Green Bay. Umanmielen has worked in a rotational role at linebacker and has nine tackles (five solo), including 1.5 sacks, through the first eight regular-season games of his NFL career.

OCTOBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Panthers QB Bryce Young returns to practice after missing last week's game with ankle injury

Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young was a full participant in practice on Wednesday and the team is optimistic he might be able to play on Sunday against the Green Bay Packer...

OCTOBER 29, 2025 • Associated Press

Returns to game Umanmielen (back) has returned to Sunday's contest against the Jets, Sheena Quick of Fox Sports Radio 1340 reports.

Impact Umanmielen exited the game after making a hit on the quarterback Justin Fields. The 23-year-old returns as a depth piece behind linebacker D.J. Wonnum.

OCTOBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Exits with back injury Umanmielen (back) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Jets, Kassidy Hill of the Panthers' official site stated on X.

Impact Umanmielen registered a quarterback hit on Justin Fields before leaving in the second quarter after sustaining a back injury. The 23-year-old strongside linebacker was a depth piece playing behind linebacker D.J. Wonnum.

OCTOBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Panthers going for 3 wins in a row for the first time with Bryce Young as QB when they face 0-6 Jets

Bryce Young's arrival in Carolina sparked hope for the Panthers

OCTOBER 16, 2025 • Associated Press

Panthers' rookie defenders felt a fast start coming in Week 3 Nic Scourton and Princely Umanmielen knew they needed to do their part to create a fast start on defense against the Falcons. The Panthers'...

SEPTEMBER 22, 2025 • PANTHERS.COM

Prince of the Queen City: How Princely Umanmielen is celebrating his heritage in the NFL A native of Nigeria and the grandson of a tribal chief, Princely Umanmielen is honoring his heritage from his name to his sack celebration i...

SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 • PANTHERS.COM

Must See: Princely Umanmielen gets first sack of his pro career Watch the Panthers rookie force a fourth down after sacking quarterback Kyler Murray.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2025 • PANTHERS.COM

Practicing in full again Umannmielen (shoulder) was not listed on the Panthers' injury report Wednesday.

Impact Umanmielen had been nursing a shoulder injury he sustained during Carolina's preseason finale versus the Steelers, but it looks like he will be good to go for the start of the regular season. The rookie projects to play a depth role on the edge in 2025.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Buccaneers own the NFC South, and aim for a deep playoff run in the franchise's 50th season

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have won four straight NFC South titles, but won’t be satisfied with just another playoff appearance

AUGUST 26, 2025 • Associated Press

X-rays clean Umanmielen (shoulder) underwent X-rays, which came back clean, after Thursday's 19-10 preseason loss to the Steelers, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Umanmielen left Thursday's contest in the first half after suffering a shoulder injury, but he appears to have avoided a serious injury. The edge rusher said that his X-rays didn't reveal anything and he thinks he'll be fine. Umanmielen will now shift his focus to ensuring he's ready for Week 1 versus the Jaguars on Sept. 7.

AUGUST 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Steelers beat Panthers 19-10 in preseason finale, but lose 1st-round pick Harmon to sprained knee

Skylar Thompson shined in the Pittsburgh Steelers' 19-10 preseason victory over the Carolina Panthers on Thursday night

AUGUST 22, 2025 • Associated Press

Ruled out for rest of Thursday Umanmielen (shoulder) has been ruled out for the remainder of Thursday's preseason contest against the Steelers, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.

Impact Umanmielen suffered a shoulder injury in the first half, and it will now officially bring his night to a premature end. He will now shift his focus to being ready for the team's regular season opener against the Jaguars on Sept. 7.

AUGUST 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Banged up in Pittsburgh Umanmielen (shoulder) is questionable to return to Thursday's preseason contest in Pittsburgh, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

Impact Umanmielen sustained a shoulder injury in the first half against the Steelers, and it's currently unknown if he'll be able to return to action. The 23-year-old secured a solo tackle before his departure, and Umanmielen's status will be morth monitoring moving forward.

AUGUST 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Panthers QB Bryce Young returns to practice after missing last week's game with ankle injury

Panthers going for 3 wins in a row for the first time with Bryce Young as QB when they face 0-6 Jets

Buccaneers own the NFC South, and aim for a deep playoff run in the franchise's 50th season

Steelers beat Panthers 19-10 in preseason finale, but lose 1st-round pick Harmon to sprained knee