The Carolina Panthers face a challenging game against the Cincinnati Bengals as they may miss both of their significant free agent guard signings. Coach Dave Canales confirmed that Damien Lewis will not play due to an elbow injury, while Robert Hunt's status is uncertain after he sustained a hip injury during practice.

Chandler Zavala is set to fill in for Lewis, and Brady Christensen will step in for Hunt if he cannot play. Additionally, the Panthers will also be without Adam Thielen, Shy Tuttle, and Lonnie Johnson due to injuries.