Carolina Panthers
Brandon LaFell - #11 - WR
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 6' 2"/ 210 lbs. |
| Birthday | 11/04/1986 |
| Birthplace | Houston, TX |
| College | LSU |
| Years played | 4 |
| Drafted | 2010, 3rd round, 14th pick by Panthers |
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PLAYER NEWS
Lafell was active for Sunday's game against San Diego.|||||||
Lafell missed last week's game against Atlanta with a toe injury.
LaFell hauled in three receptions for 74 yards and and a touchdown during Monday night's 30-22 win at Philadelphia.|||||||
LaFell has now scored in back-to-back games and could be worth a look in deeper leagues.
With Steve Smith hurt, Lafell caught five passes for 93 yards and a TD.|||||||
If Smith's hand injury is serious, LaFell could acheive more success.
LaFell is inactive against the Washington Redskins, a week after taking a shot to the head.|||||||
LaFell is third on the Panthers with 20 catches for 367 yards and a team-leading two touchdown receptions. Chicago Bears safety Chris Conte was fined $21,000 by the NFL for his hit on LaFell.
Wide receiver Legedu Naanee has missed practice for the second straight day due to Achilles tendinitis in his left leg, which might allow Brandon LaFell to make his first start of the season Sunday against the Indianapolis Colts.|||||||
LaFell has been the team's No. 3 receiver this season and has 21 catches for 345 yards and two touchdowns, but a starting role would bring new challenges.