Panthers Prepare for Potential Roster Boosts Ahead of Jets Clash

As the Carolina Panthers prepare to face the New York Jets in Week 7, head coach Dave Canales has revealed that the team could be getting a significant boost with the potential returns of wide receiver Jalen Coker and center Austin Corbett.

Coker, who missed the first 6 games of the season due to a quad strain, is expected to make his comeback on Sunday. Canales stated that Coker "had a great week" in practice and is "ready to go." The 23-year-old wideout played in 13 games as a rookie last year, recording 32 catches for 478 yards and 2 touchdowns.

The status of Corbett, however, is less certain. The 8-year offensive lineman sprained his MCL in the Week 2 loss to the Arizona Cardinals and was just designated to return to practice this past Wednesday. Canales noted that Corbett's "first position really was playing guard," so he could potentially fill in for starting left guard Damien Lewis, who has been dealing with a shoulder injury.

Corbett's return would provide valuable depth and flexibility to the Panthers' offensive line, as he could also back up center Cade Mays, who has started the last 4 games. With the team's playoff aspirations on the line, the potential additions of Coker and Corbett could be a timely boost as they look to secure a crucial victory over the Jets.