NFL Rumors: Teddy Bridgewater's Status Uncertain, Christian McCaffrey Likely Out vs. Lions

The Panthers could potentially face the Lions on Sunday without quarterback Teddy Bridgewater and running back Christian McCaffrey following their recent injuries.

The Panthers could face the Lions on Sunday without quarterback Teddy Bridgewater and running back Christian McCaffrey. 

Bridgewater suffered a knee injury late in the fourth quarter of the Panthers' 46–23 loss to the Buccaneers this weekend. On third-and-4, the QB took a snap out of the shotgun and was sacked by Jason Pierre-Paul. Bridgewater left the game to be attended to in the medical tent.

According to ESPN's Chris Mortensen, an MRI showed no structural damage in Bridgewater's right knee, although he is experiencing some soreness and swelling. His status for Sunday's game is uncertain.

Carolina faced the Buccaneers without McCaffrey, who continues to deal with his injury-plagued season. The star running back suffered a shoulder injury in Week 9, and according to ESPN's Adam Schefter, he is unlikely to play against the Lions. The Panthers reportedly are planning for McCaffrey to miss multiple weeks.

Check out the latest news and rumors around the NFL:

• Jets coach Adam Gase said QB Joe Flacco will start again this week, and the team is cautiously optimistic that Sam Darnold will be available to start the following week.
• Broncos QB Drew Lock suffered a rib injury in Week 10, and his status for Sunday's game against the Dolphins is uncertain. (Adam Schefter, ESPN) Lock sustained a muscle strain around his ribs. (Tom Pelissero, NFL Network)
• The Saints are preparing for QB Drew Brees to miss playing time after he suffered a rib contusion in Sunday's win over the 49ers. (Ian Rapoport, NFL Network)
• Lions QB Matthew Stafford's X-rays came back negative after he suffered a right thumb injury against Washington on Sunday. Detroit is optimistic that Stafford can play in Week 11. (Ian Rapoport, NFL Network)
• Rams OT Andrew Whitworth will get a second opinion after he suffered a torn MCL against the Seahawks. There is optimism Whitworth's injury isn't season-ending and he could return this year, especially if the Rams make the playoffs. (Ian Rapoport, NFL Network)
• The 49ers have placed placed DL Arik Armstead on the Reserve/Covid-19 list. (49ers)
• The Vikings have placed G Dru Samia on Reserve/COVID-19 list. (Vikings)