Young works with trainers while recovering from ankle injury as Panthers prepare for Bills
Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young worked with trainers during the portion of practice open to the media as the team prepared for Sunday's game against the Buffalo Bills
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young worked on the side with trainers during the portion of practice open to the media Wednesday as the team amped up its preparation for Sunday's game against the Buffalo Bills.
Young, who suffered a right ankle sprain in the second half of Carolina's 13-6 win over the New York Jets on Sunday, walked into practice without a noticeable limp and carrying his helmet.
However, he headed straight to the stationary bike while teammates began their stretching routine. As the Panthers went into practice mode, Young remained on the side working with trainers doing resistance training and light jogging.
If Young can't play Sunday, veteran Andy Dalton would get the start at quarterback
Young has won three straight starts for the first time in his NFL career but had to leave in the second half against the Jets after injuring his ankle while trying to escape pressure. He was replaced by Dalton and did not return to the game.
He was seen in a walking boot after the game.
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The Panthers signed Matt White to the practice squad Tuesday as a potential backup to Dalton in case Young is ruled out. Hendon Hooker is also on the team's practice squad and could also be the No. 2 quarterback.
Dalton is 1-5 as a starter in his past three seasons with the Panthers, with 10 touchdown passes and six interceptions.
Panthers coach Dave Canales said Monday that Young was day to day.
Canales is expected to address the team after practice on Wednesday.
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