Tershawn Wharton - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Moved to reserve/PUP list Wharton (neck) was moved to the reserve/PUP list by the Panthers on Sunday, Darin Gantt of the team's official website reports.

Impact Wharton underwent a procedure on his neck in early May, and he spent the entirety of the preseason on the active/PUP list. The defensive lineman will now be forced to miss at least four contests to open the regular season while he continues to recover.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Panthers' Much-Needed DL Reinforcement Could Come Sooner Than Expected The Carolina Panthers are precariously thin on the defensive line. Tershawn Wharton and Nic Scourton are out, with Scourton set to miss the...

AUGUST 10 • SI.COM

No return timeline yet Wharton (neck) still does not have a clear return timeline, Steve Reed of the Associated Press reports.

Impact Wharton started training camp on the active/PUP list due to neck surgery he had in mid-May. The defensive tackle has yet to be cleared for contact but has been participating in individual drills while he waits to be medically cleared. Wharton is coming off a career-high 36 tackles (11 solo) over nine regular-season games.

AUGUST 9 • ROTOWIRE

Panthers DL Cam Jackson embraces Tershawn Wharton's coaching | Sporting News Carolina's second-year pro continues to learn from the injured veteran's on-field instruction.

JULY 27 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Starting camp on PUP list Wharton (neck) will begin training camp on the Panthers' active/PUP list, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

Impact Wharton underwent a procedure on his neck back in May, and he's still not ready to return to the practice field with training camp now underway. As long as he remains unavailable, LaBryan Ray will be a candidate to see more work with the first-team defensive line.

JULY 22 • ROTOWIRE

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JULY 22 • Associated Press

Panthers are about to feel the loss of their most frustrating investment Tershawn Wharton's presence will be missed.

JULY 10 • CATCRAVE.COM

This former Chiefs player's situation has gone completely off the rails It seemed like a big loss when Tershawn Wharton left the Kansas City Chiefs after agreeing to a three-year deal worth $45 million with the C...

JULY 9 • ARROWHEADADDICT.COM

Panthers IDL Bobby Brown: How Carolina Defense Hinges on No. 14 Player The Carolina Panthers signed a plethora of run defenders in 2025 after the defense allowed over 3,000 rushing yards in 2024. Tershawn Wharto...

JUNE 14 • SI.COM

Panthers receive encouraging Tershawn Wharton update after uneasy injury twist The Carolina Panthers could get one of their top defenders back this season after all.

MAY 28 • CATCRAVE.COM

Panthers DC Ejiro Evero offers no Tershawn Wharton timetable, details Cam Jackson's 'great opportunity' | Sporting News With the expected starting nose tackle out indefinitely with a neck injury, Carolina's 2025 fifth-round draft choice could earn playing time...

MAY 28 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Ejiro Evero: We're expecting a big jump Panthers defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero weighs in on the defensive side of the ball, Tershawn Wharton's timeline, the addition of Devin L...

MAY 27 • PANTHERS.COM

Panthers could find desperate Tershawn Wharton fix if cut domino falls Something to monitor.

MAY 21 • CATCRAVE.COM

Panthers rookie has door blown wide open after Tershawn Wharton injury blow Opportunity knocks.

MAY 20 • CATCRAVE.COM

Panthers identify unexpected answer after crushing Tershawn Wharton setback The pivot was quick.

MAY 17 • CATCRAVE.COM

Will NFL UDFA Aaron Hall receive early opportunity after Panthers lose DT Tershawn Wharton to neck injury? | Sporting News Carolina will have an OTA opening along the defensive line with the veteran sidelined.

MAY 16 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Panthers hit with hammer Tershawn Wharton blow just as hope was building This will be a big loss.

MAY 16 • CATCRAVE.COM

Out indefinitely Wharton underwent neck surgery in early May and is out indefinitely, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

Impact Wharton signed a three-year, $45 million contract with the Panthers last offseason, and he played just nine games in 2025, recording 36 tackles (11 solo), 2.0 sacks and a pass breakup. It's unclear if he'll miss any time, but LaBryan Ray would likely handle an increased workload if Wharton's injury lingers.

MAY 15 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 5 • FOX SPORTS

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Logs career-high Warren totaled 36 tackles (11 solo), including 2.0 sacks, and a pass defended across nine regular-season games during the 2025 campaign.

Impact Warren had one of his most productive seasons in 2025, as he tallied a career-high 36 points despite missing eight games, including the final four contests of the regular season due to a hamstring injury. While the 27-year-old managed to suit up for the wild-card loss to the Rams, he aggravated the injury during the game and will likely begin the offseason focused on getting healthy.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Aggravates hamstring Wharton was ruled out of Saturday's wild-card game against the Rams due to a hamstring injury, Kassidy Hill of the Panthers' official site reports.

Impact Wharton missed Week 18 with a hamstring injury but was removed from the injury report Tuesday. He seemingly aggravated the issue Saturday and was forced to exit after logging two tackles.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to face Rams Wharton (hamstring) was a full participant in Tuesday's practice, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.

Impact Wharton missed Carolina's final four regular-season games, but he was initially listed as questionable to play Week 18. Now, the veteran defensive tackle looks fully on track for Saturday's wild-card round game against Los Angeles.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Inactive for Week 18 Wharton (hamstring) is inactive for Saturday's game against the Buccaneers, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.

Impact Wharton was a full participant in practice all three days this week, yet will still be unable to suit up for Week 18. The defensive end's absence means Bobby Brown will likely see a large portion of snaps at defensive end yet again. The Panthers will be without Wharton for a fourth consecutive game, this time for a matchup that could decide the winner of the NFC South.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Saturday Wharton (hamstring) is listed as questionable ahead of Saturday's matchup against the Buccaneers.

Impact Despite practicing in full throughout the week, Wharton is listed as questionable for the Week 18 contest. The first-year Panther has been effective when on the field, recording 36 total tackles, including 2.0 sacks, and one pass defensed over nine appearances this season. If he's sidelined for the fourth consecutive game Saturday, expect Bobby Brown to draw another start on the Panthers' defensive line.

JANUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Full participant in walk-through Wharton (hamstring) was estimated to be a full participant in Tuesday's walk-through practice, Mike Kaye of The Charlotte Observer reports

Impact Wharton logging a full estimated practice ahead of Saturday's divisional showdown is a huge step up from the defensive tackle's participation in prior weeks. The 27-year-old is well on pace to play in his first game since Week 14, and he has two more opportunities to show consistent reps before Saturday's contest.

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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