In what comes as a significant blow to the Carolina Panthers, center Austin Corbett is set to miss the remainder of the season due to a torn biceps tendon. The injury occurred during Sunday’s defeating 36-10 loss to the Chicago Bears, a detail confirmed by head coach Dave Canales on Monday.
At 29, Corbett had been a consistent presence in the Panthers’ lineup, starting all five games this season—his third with the franchise. His journey in the NFL is a testament to his resilience and skill, having started 67 of his 81 career games. His impressive professional path includes stints with the Cleveland Browns (2018-19), the Los Angeles Rams (2019-21), and now the Panthers. A second-round pick by the Browns in the 2018 NFL Draft, Corbett’s selection at 33rd overall reflected his promising potential. Coming out of Nevada, he has clearly lived up to that potential with his outstanding play.
Looking ahead, the Panthers, currently standing at 1-4, will likely turn to Brady Christensen, 28, who is listed as a reserve center on the team’s depth chart. The pressure is mounting for Christensen to step up in the wake of Corbett’s unfortunate absence.
This injury is a stark reminder of the physical toll professional football takes on players. Corbett’s determination and tenacity on the field will undoubtedly be missed as the Panthers forge ahead in this challenging season. Football fans around the nation will surely be watching intently to see how the team adapts and who rises to the occasion in supporting the Panthers’ offensive line.
