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Nic Scourton
DE · CAR

Nic Scourton

Position DE
Team CAR
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Nic Scourton

NFL defensive end. Position: DE. Team: Carolina Panthers.

Quick Facts

  • Position: Defensive End / Pass Rusher
  • Team: CAR (Carolina Panthers)
  • Draft: 2025 NFL Draft, Round 2, Pick 51 overall (from Texas A&M)
  • Rookie season: 2025

2026 Outlook

Nic Scourton emerged as a bright spot in the Panthers' defensive front as a rookie in 2025, tying team leader Derrick Brown for the team lead in sacks with five despite making just eight official starts. He recorded 47 tackles, seven tackles for loss, nine QB hits, one pass defensed and a forced fumble in 17 total games played—a solid rookie profile for a second-round edge rusher. He was slated to be the starting pass rusher opposite free-agent signing Jaelan Phillips on a Panthers defense that invested heavily in the defensive side of the ball with Phillips' four-year, $120 million deal and linebacker Devin Lloyd's three-year, $42 million contract. (per Panthers' Nic Scourton carted off field on first day of NFL training camp - CBS Sports) However, Scourton suffered a right knee ACL tear on the first day of training camp (July 23, 2026) and will miss the entire 2026 season. His absence removes a critical defensive piece from the Panthers' pass rush and likely forces increased reps for backup options. (per Major injuries piling up fast for Panthers early in 2026)

NFLPA investigation concluded: The NFL Players Association reviewed the circumstances of the July 23 injury and found no wrongdoing by the Panthers. The incident was determined to be a "freak accident" occurring during an appropriate no-contact drill on the first day of training camp. The NFLPA's investigation confirmed that the Panthers followed all CBA guidelines regarding the acclimation period. (per Panthers LB's ACL injury came in no-contact drill, NFLPA investigation closed - USA Today)

Role / Depth Chart

Starting defensive end / pass rusher. Suspended after suffering a right knee injury on the first day of training camp (July 23, 2026).

Injury Status

Right knee ACL tear suffered on July 23, 2026, on the first day of training camp. Scourton was carted off the field in tears and will undergo surgery in coming weeks per NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. Expected to miss the entire 2026 season. (per Major injuries piling up fast for Panthers early in 2026)

Recent News

Open Questions

  • None (status is now confirmed—ACL tear will sideline him for the full 2026 season)

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