Panthers Inactives Include Two Draft Picks and Pat Jones vs. Falcons

The Carolina Panthers are dealing with significant roster absences ahead of their second week against Atlanta. Tight end Ja'Tavion Sanders, the 2024 fourth-round draft pick, is listed as a healthy scratch after missing last Sunday's opener. Cornerback Chau Smith-Wade, the 2024 fifth-rounder and rookie safety Zakee Wheatley will also be inactive for the first time in his career with no uniform. Starting outside linebacker Pat Jones II remains out due to a back injury, continuing from Week One despite practicing on a limited basis.