Diontae Johnson Prepares for Practice Return

Diontae Johnson of the Carolina Panthers is preparing to practice after missing sessions earlier in the week due to an ankle injury, indicating he is aiming to play against Washington on Sunday. He had managed to play through the injury in recent games, including a performance where he caught 6 passes for 78 yards and a touchdown against the Falcons. Meanwhile, Quentin Johnston of the Chargers missed practice on Thursday after sustaining an ankle injury during a recent game, raising concerns about his availability for Monday's matchup against the Cardinals. Johnston had briefly returned to the field after his injury but is now being monitored closely due to his absence from practice. Other notable injuries affecting the Panthers include left tackle Ikem Ekwonu and outside linebacker Marquis Haynes, who were also listed on the injury report. The Panthers continue to navigate a challenging injury landscape as they prepare for their upcoming game.