Injuries considered minor, no concussion
Tucked into the league’s report that all concussion protocol procedures were followed regarding Cam Newton‘s fall late in a playoff loss to the Saints is something that could be a bigger issue for them this off-season. “An MRI of the knee the day after the game confirmed ligament and cartilage damage and very extensive swelling in the knee,” the league report noted.
A Panthers spokesman said this morning that the MRI did not show a level of damage to require surgery. (ProFootballTalk)
Nerdy Football Analysis: The fact that surgery wasn’t required is a signal the injuries were minor but it won’t be a surprise if Newton is limited during off-season practices. The Panthers have made a change at offensive coordinator, removing Mike Shula and bringing in Norv Turner.
