Carolina Panthers second-year outside linebacker Nic Scourton was carted off the practice field with a right knee injury during the team's first day of training camp on Thursday. Scourton went down on a wet field late in practice, prompting players to gather around him. He was seen holding his hand over his face as he was led to a cart, which briefly stopped so coach Dave Canales and all players could offer support before Scourton was taken to the training room.

Coach Canales expressed hope for the best without speculating on the injury's nature, stating that Scourton would undergo further testing. Scourton had a strong rookie season, playing in 17 games with eight starts, recording 47 tackles, five sacks, and nine quarterback hits. The exact extent of his injury remained unknown as practice continued.