Panthers' Poor Season Gets Worse with News on Veteran Safety
Carolina Safety Jeremy Chinn to miss rest of season with torn ACL
Panthers' struggles continue with an injury to veteran safety
The Carolina Panthers' disappointing season took another turn for the worse on Monday with the news that veteran safety Jeremy Chinn will miss the rest of the season with a torn ACL.
Chinn suffered the injury in the Panthers' Week 10 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals. He was carted off the field after making a tackle in the second quarter.
The loss of Chinn is a major blow to the Panthers' defense. He is one of the team's most versatile players, and he has been a key contributor in both the running and passing game.
In 10 games this season, Chinn has recorded 55 tackles, three tackles for loss, one sack, and two interceptions.
The Panthers are now 3-7 on the season, and they are in last place in the NFC South. The loss of Chinn will only make it more difficult for them to turn their season around.
Chinn's injury is the latest in a long line of setbacks for the Panthers this season
The Panthers have been one of the most injury-ravaged teams in the NFL this season. In addition to Chinn, the Panthers have also lost quarterback Baker Mayfield, running back Christian McCaffrey, and wide receiver Robbie Anderson to season-ending injuries.
The Panthers have also been dealing with a number of other injuries, including injuries to wide receiver DJ Moore, cornerback Jaycee Horn, and defensive end Brian Burns.
The Panthers' injury problems have been a major factor in their struggles this season. The team has been forced to rely on a number of inexperienced players, and they have not been able to find any consistency on either side of the ball.
The Panthers will need to find a way to replace Chinn's production
With Chinn out for the season, the Panthers will need to find a way to replace his production. The team could move Xavier Woods to safety, or they could sign a free agent.
The Panthers could also look to the draft to find a long-term replacement for Chinn. However, it is unlikely that they will be able to find a player who can make an immediate impact.
The Panthers will need to find a way to replace Chinn's production if they want to have any chance of turning their season around.
Conclusion
The Panthers' season has been a disaster from the start. The team has been ravaged by injuries, and they have not been able to find any consistency on either side of the ball. The loss of Chinn is the latest in a long line of setbacks for the Panthers, and it will only make it more difficult for them to turn their season around.