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NFL predictions: Health is once again the story for the Panthers in Week 9

The Carolina Panthers are down at least their top two, possibly their top four corners again this week. Damien Lewis and Jaelan Phillips have also not participated in practice yet this week and are on track to miss a second…

By David Fucillo · Cat Scratch Reader

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 12:58 PM

Key Things to Know

David Fucillo highlights widespread injuries as the primary storyline for the Carolina Panthers ahead of Week 9 against Denver.
Carolina could miss multiple cornerbacks, while Damien Lewis and Jaelan Phillips are on track to miss another game.
Offensive lineman Brady Christensen could potentially return to the starting lineup to reinforce pass protection.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Writer David Fucillo and Cat Scratch Reader staff preview the Carolina Panthers' Week 9 matchup against the Denver Broncos, focusing heavily on Carolina's ongoing injury problems. The Panthers could be missing several key cornerbacks along with Damien Lewis and Jaelan Phillips, though offensive lineman Brady Christensen may return to provide stability along the offensive line.

Fucillo and a majority of the staff writers predict the Panthers can pull off an upset victory against Sean Payton's Denver team. Fucillo cites Denver's travel east for an early game and potential offensive line reinforcements as reasons to back Carolina covering the spread at +2.5.

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