Sun Dec 01 22:20:00 UTC 2024: ## Panthers WR Thielen Cleared to Play, but Sanders and Coker Out Against Buccaneers
**Charlotte, NC** – Carolina Panthers wide receiver Adam Thielen has been medically cleared to return to action after an eight-week absence due to a hamstring injury. Thielen participated in team drills for the first time in two months during a limited practice Wednesday, indicating a strong likelihood of his return to the field this Sunday against the Kansas City Chiefs. While he expressed optimism about playing, Thielen’s status will depend on his performance in practices leading up to the game.
His return will likely impact the playing time of Jalen Coker, unless the Panthers opt for a revised offensive strategy. However, the Panthers will be without two key players this Sunday against the Buccaneers. Both Coker (quadriceps) and DJ Sanders (neck) have been ruled out for the game after being listed as non-participants in recent practices. Sanders’ injury, sustained against the Chiefs, is not considered serious, according to head coach Dave Canales.
In the absence of Sanders and the potential limited playing time for Coker, David Moore is expected to continue playing a significant role after a strong performance last week where he caught six passes for 81 yards and a touchdown on ten targets.
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