Rico Dowdle (quad) did not practice Wednesday.

05 November 2025

Dowdle labored through the quad injury for most of the Panthers’ Week 9 upset of the Packers. Despite clearly playing through something, Dowdle racked up 25 carries for 130 yards and two scores. Head coach Dave Canales told reporters today that the team is trying to be smart about his injury with the DNP. He also mentioned Dowdle returning to practice tomorrow. Fantasy managers can breathe a sigh of relief. Their newfound RB1 should be good to go for Sunday’s game against the Saints.