Panthers Release Starting Offensive Lineman

It's been a challenging season for rookie quarterback Bryce Young and much of that can be attributed to the overall production of the big fellas up front protecting him, or lack thereof. 

Tuesday evening, the Panthers made a change by releasing starting left guard Calvin Throckmorton and signing offensive tackle David Sharpe to the 53-man roster. Throckmorton was claimed off waivers earlier this season from New Orleans and worked his way into a starting role pretty quickly taking over at right guard initially. He eventually flipped over to the left side but still had his fair share of struggles.

Carolina also decided to release Deonte Brown from the practice squad. The former sixth round selection out of Alabama has been waived and brought back to the practice squad a handful of times.

Rookie Chandler Zavala seems like the most likely option to fill in as the new starting left guard.