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Nic Scourton

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Nic Scourton

NFL defensive end. Position: DE. Team: Carolina Panthers.

Quick Facts

  • Position: Defensive End / Pass Rusher
  • Team: CAR (Carolina Panthers)
  • Draft: 2025 NFL Draft, Round 2, Pick 51 overall (from Texas A&M)
  • Rookie season: 2025

2026 Outlook

Nic Scourton emerged as a bright spot in the Panthers' defensive front as a rookie in 2025, tying team leader Derrick Brown for the team lead in sacks with five despite making just eight official starts. He recorded 47 tackles, seven tackles for loss, nine QB hits, one pass defensed and a forced fumble in 17 total games played—a solid rookie profile for a second-round edge rusher. He was slated to be the starting pass rusher opposite free-agent signing Jaelan Phillips on a Panthers defense that invested heavily in the defensive side of the ball with Phillips' four-year, $120 million deal and linebacker Devin Lloyd's three-year, $42 million contract. (per Panthers' Nic Scourton carted off field on first day of NFL training camp - CBS Sports)

Role / Depth Chart

Starting defensive end / pass rusher. Suspended after suffering a right knee injury on the first day of training camp (July 23, 2026).

Injury Status

Right knee injury suffered on July 23, 2026 during training camp. According to ESPN reporter Cameron Wolfe, this appeared to be a significant injury; Scourton was carted off the field and was not putting pressure on his right knee. Head coach Dave Canales confirmed the injury and that additional testing will be conducted. Severity to be determined following medical evaluation. (per Panthers' Nic Scourton carted off field on first day of NFL training camp - CBS Sports)

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Open Questions

  • Will Nic Scourton's knee injury sideline him long-term or prove to be a minor issue?
  • Who will fill the starting pass rusher role if Scourton misses extended time?

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