Panthers lose OLB Nic Scourton to torn ACL on first day of training camp, AP source says

Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Steve Reed, Associated Press, KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) · July 23, 2026 · 3 min read

The Carolina Panthers have lost outside linebacker Nic Scourton for the season after tore the ACL in his right knee on the first day of training camp on Thursday, according to a person familiar with the situation. The person, who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the...

Why this matters in The San Antonio

The injury to Nic Scourton, a Texas A&M product, may resonate with San Antonio football fans who follow local talent in the NFL. As a key player for the Panthers, Scourton's progress is likely being tracked by fans in the Alamo City, given his roots in the Lone Star State. The fact that Scourton was injured on a wet field during team drills raises questions about field conditions and player safety, issues that may also be relevant to local sports facilities in San Antonio. The support shown by Scourton's teammates, including a heartfelt display of camaraderie as he was carted off the field, underscores the strong bonds that can form among athletes, a phenomenon that may be familiar to fans of San Antonio's own sports teams. As the Panthers await the results of Scourton's MRI, local fans will be watching closely to see how this injury affects the team's prospects and Scourton's own career trajectory.

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Category: parks · Published: July 23, 2026 · Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) · Reading time: 3 min

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Panthers lose OLB Nic Scourton to torn ACL on first day of training camp, AP source says

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