With questions at linebacker, Panthers have experience on hand

Carolina Panthers starting linebacker and defensive signal-caller Devin Lloyd missed practice on Wednesday due to a calf injury, leaving his availability uncertain for Sunday's matchup against the Cleveland Browns. In his absence, experienced linebackers Bobby Okereke and Tyrel Dodson prepared during practice to potentially take over green-dot communication duties on defense.

Okereke previously called defensive signals during a three-year stint with the New York Giants and expressed confidence in managing the system despite joining Carolina under four weeks ago. Lloyd indicated the calf issue arose just before halftime in the previous game, noting the team is taking a cautious approach regarding his status.