Carolina Panthers
Jonathan Stewart - #28 - RB
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 5' 10"/ 235 lbs. |
| Birthday | 03/21/1987 |
| Birthplace | Fort Lewis, WA |
| College | Oregon |
| Years played | 6 |
| Drafted | 2008, 1st round, 13th pick by Panthers |
Report: Panthers DT Edwards tears triceps
PFW Panthers correspondent Darin Gantt reports that recent free-agent signee DT Ron Edwards has suffered a torn triceps.
Reports: WR Naanee agrees with Panthers
The Panthers have reached an agreement with free agent WR Legedu Naanee, adding depth to a position that is low on experience.
CB, DT remain areas of need for Carolina
Despite making a lot of noise when free agency began, cornerback and D-tackle remain positions where the Panthers could use an upgrade.
Cardinals to sign former Panthers CB Marshall
The Cardinals have found a veteran corner, agreeing to terms with former Panthers CB Richard Marshall.
Panthers sign No. 1 pick Newton
QB Cam Newton, the top overall pick of the 2011 draft, has agreed to a contract with the Panthers.
Panthers make Beason highest-paid MLB ever
The Panthers have continued their crusade to lock up their best players, signing MLB Jon Beason to a long-term contract.
Report: Bears trade TE Olsen to Panthers
A day after it was reported the Bears were actively looking to trade TE Greg Olsen, a report states that the team traded the former first-round pick to the Panthers in exchange for a draft choice.
Panthers will not trade WR Smith
Sources have indicated to Pro Football Weekly that WR Steve Smith is expected to remain a Panther this season after rumors had circulated that he would be traded.
Panthers better off, but still not contenders
After finishing with the league's worst record in 2010, the Panthers have been the most active team in the early stages of activity.
Panthers re-sign LBs Davis and Anderson
The Panthers continue to keep their own in Carolina, agreeing to re-sign LBs Thomas Davis and James Anderson to five-year deals.
Panthers agree to deals with TE Hartsock, PK Mare
The Panthers continue to spend money in free agency, agreeing to two more deals on Wednesday afternoon.
Panthers, Williams agree to deal
Carolina agreed with RB DeAngelo Williams on a new five-year deal worth $21 million guaranteed Wednesday, according to reports.
DT Edwards to sign with Panthers
A day after re-signing DE Charles Johnson, the Panthers made their defensive line even tougher by agreeing to a deal with DT Ron Edwards on Wednesday morning.
Reports: Cardinals, TE King agree to deal
The Cardinals reached an agreement with former Panthers TE Jeff King on Tuesday.
DE Johnson agrees to re-sign with Panthers
The Panthers and DE Charles Johnson, one of the top free agents on the open market, have agreed on a deal to keep him in Carolina.
PLAYER NEWS
Stewart was inactive for Sunday's game against New Orleans.|||||||
Stewart was injured in Carolina's 30-22 win over Philadelphia on Nov. 26.
Stewart left Monday's game against Philadelphia with an injured ankle.|||||||
His return is questionable.
Stewart carried the ball 10 times for 51 yards against Washington on Sunday.|||||||
Fantasy owners may be a little disappointed if Panthers coach Ron Rivera's idea of making Stewart the feature back is only 10 carries.
Coach Ron Rivera said in an effort to shake things up the Panthers are moving away from their long-standing philosophy of rotating DeAngelo Williams and Jonathan Stewart. Rivera said the Panthers will instead look to "find one guy, develop a rhythm and if he gets hot, ride him" against Chicago Sunday.|||||||
That philosophy essentially began last week against Dallas, although it was hard to notice as neither tailback got rolling in a 19-14 loss.Stewart replaced Williams as the starter and finished with 35 yards on 10 carries. Williams played five snaps and carried twice for 4 yards.Newton led the team in rushing with 64 yards.Rivera said Stewart will start again Sunday against a physical Bears defense
Stewart is inactive for the Panthers' meeting with the New York Giants on Thursday night.|||||||
Stewart has been dealing with an ankle injury and didn't practice all week.