Damien Lewis Injury News & Updates
Keep up with the latest injuries from the Panthers vs Saints game on Dec 14, 2025 with our National Football League injury report.Oct 23, 2025
Regains health
Lewis (shoulder) isn't listed on Thursday's injury report, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Lewis didn't play in the Week 7 win over the Jets, but he has regained health as the Panthers prepare to face the Bills on Sunday. He's expected to reprise his role as the starting left guard against Buffalo.
Oct 19, 2025
Won't play Week 7
Lewis (shoulder) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Jets, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Lewis suffered a shoulder injury during Thursday's practice. He traveled with the team to New York and was considered a game-time decision, but the injury is severe enough for him to be sidelined for Sunday's road contest. Gantt relays that Austin Corbett -- who was activated from injured reserve Saturday -- is expected to start at left guard in Lewis' absence.
Sep 5, 2025
Past injuries
Lewis (shoulder/ankle) carries no injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Jaguars.
ANALYSIS
Lewis was held to limited participation in practice throughout the week due to ankle and shoulder injuries, but it now appears he'll play through the issues in Carolina's regular-season opener. The second-year Panther is expected to serve as the team's top left guard during the 2025 campaign.
Sep 3, 2025
Limited practice Wednesday
Lewis (shoulder) was a limited participant at the Panthers' practice Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Lewis has been dealing with a shoulder injury since early August, but his ability to practice in any capacity is a good sign for his chances to play in Week 1. The offensive lineman will have two more chances to log a full practice before Sunday's regular-season opener against the Jaguars.
Aug 28, 2025
Expecting to play Week 1
Head coach Dave Canales said Thursday that Lewis (shoulder) is on track to play in Week 1 against the Jaguars on Sunday, Sept. 7, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Lewis missed most of training camp due to a shoulder injury that he suffered in the Panthers' preseason opener against the Browns. His practice participation next week will provide a sense of his availability for Carolina's regular-season opener. Chandler Zavala would be the top candidate to start at left guard if Lewis is not cleared to play.
Aug 16, 2025
Not expected to play Saturday
Lewis (shoulder) is not in line to suit up against the Texans on Saturday, Mike Kaye of The Charlotte Observer reports.
ANALYSIS
It appears Lewis will miss a second preseason game while he works through a shoulder injury. The 2020 third-rounder will aim to be available for the Panthers' preseason finale against the Steelers on Thursday.
Aug 8, 2025
Dealing with shoulder injury
Lewis did not play in Friday's preseason game against the Browns due to a shoulder strain, Sheena Quick of Fox Sports Radio 1340 reports.
ANALYSIS
Lewis suffered the injury during Wednesday's training camp practice and is considered week-to-week. He's unlikely to play in the Panthers' two remaining preseason games, but he could return for Week 1 against the Jaguars on Sept. 7. With Lewis and Chandler Zavala (kneecap) both sidelined, Brandon Walton and Ja'Tyre Carter will have opportunities to work with the first-team offense at left guard.
Sep 27, 2024
Out versus Cincinnati
Lewis (elbow) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Bengals, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Lewis left last week's win over the Raiders with the injury. Chandler Zavala came in as Lewis' replacement and is the sensible option to start at left guard Sunday versus Cincinnati.
Sep 26, 2024
Logs DNP
Lewis (elbow) did not practice Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Lewis left last Sunday's win over the Raiders early with the injury, which Joe Person of The Athletic reports is a torn UCL. The LSU product is hoping to not miss any time, noting that it's an overhead throwing injury, and he may be able to play through it. He's currently questionable for Week 4 against the Bengals.
Sep 22, 2024
Leaves game Sunday
Lewis left Sunday's 36-22 win over the Raiders with an elbow injury, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
The starting left guard dealt with a groin injury leading up to Week 2 but played anyway. Lewis signed a four-year, $53-million contract with the Panthers in the offseason. Chandler Zavala is his backup.
Sep 15, 2024
Will play Sunday
Lewis (groin) is active for Sunday's game against the Chargers, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
After logging three limited practices during Week 2 prep, Lewis drew a questionable tag. However, the 26-year-old has been given the green light and will assume his usual spot as the Panthers' starting left guard. Lewis didn't miss an offensive snap in Week 1.
Mar 11, 2024
Joining Panthers
Lewis agreed to terms on a four-year, $53 million contract with the Panthers on Monday, Jordan Schultz of BleacherReport.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Lewis, a former third-round pick, missed just three games during his four-year tenure in Carolina. The 26-year-old is now in line to protect Bryce Young for the foreseeable future.
Oct 20, 2023
Available Sunday
Lewis (ankle) has no injury designation ahead of Sunday's game against Arizona, Brady Henderson of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Lewis was carted off the field after suffering an ankle injury during Seattle's Week 4 win over the Giants, and it now seems as if he's had enough time to move past the issue. The 26-year-old guard was able to fully participate in Friday's practice and he's good to go this coming Sunday.
Oct 15, 2023
Not playing Sunday
Lewis (ankle) is inactive for Sunday's contest against the Bengals.
ANALYSIS
Lewis was listed as doubtful Friday after not logging a practice session all week. He sustained an ankle injury in Week 4 against the Giants and was carted off the field. Ben Brown is set to start at left guard in Lewis' absence.
Oct 13, 2023
Doubtful Sunday
Lewis (ankle) is listed as doubtful ahead of Sunday's game against Cincinnati, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Lewis is in jeopardy of missing his first game this season, as he didn't participate in practice all week after getting carted off the field with an ankle injury during Seattle's Week 4 win over New York. The 26-year-old will likely miss this coming Sunday's affair, which makes Ben Brown the next man up at left guard.
Oct 2, 2023
Exits game with leg injury
Lewis suffered a left lower-leg injury and was carted off the field Monday versus the Giants, Brady Henderson of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Considering he left on a cart, the injury Lewis suffered seems to be at least relatively significant. In his absence, Olusegun Oluwatimi has entered the game at center while Evan Brown has shifted over to left guard.
Sep 24, 2023
Returns to game
Lewis (hand) has returned to Sunday's matchup with the Panthers, Brady Henderson of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
Lewis briefly exited the contest with a hand injury in the first quarter, but he was quickly able to return to the field. He's back in his starting role at left tackle.
Sep 24, 2023
Questionable to return
Lewis (hand) is questionable to return to Seattle's game against the Panther on Sunday, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Lewis left Sunday's game during the first quarter with an apparent hand injury. Ben Brown is currently filling in for the injured 26-year-old and will continue to do so if Lewis is unable to return to the game.
Sep 10, 2023
Active for Week 1
Lewis (shoulder) is active for Sunday's Week 1 matchup against the Rams, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.
ANALYSIS
After not practicing Thursday, Lewis returned as a full participant Friday, so it's not surprising to see him available. The 2020 third-round pick should occupy his usual spot as Seattle's starting left guard.
Sep 8, 2023
Questionable for season opener
Lewis (shoulder) is listed as questionable Friday for Sunday's game versus the Rams, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
The precise severity of the shoulder issue Lewis is dealing with is unclear at this time, so it's not easy to get a pulse on whether he's likely to play in Week 1. If he can't, rookie fourth-rounder Anthony Bradford could draw a start at guard Sunday.
Jul 31, 2023
Back at practice
Lewis is practicing Monday after sitting out Sunday with an illness, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.
ANALYSIS
The left guard's illness was not considered serious, and he was expected to return this week. The 2020 third-round pick has started all 45 games he's played in over three seasons. Lewis is projected to be Seattle's starting left guard in 2023.
Jul 31, 2023
Doesn't practice Sunday
Lewis didn't practice Sunday due to an illness, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Although Lewis was held out of Sunday's practice, it wouldn't be surprising to see him return to the field in the coming days. It seems unlikely that his illness will prevent him from suiting up for the preseason opener against Minnesota on Aug. 10.
Nov 24, 2022
Absent from injury report
Lewis (leg) is not listed on the Seahawks injury report ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Raiders, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Lewis injured his leg during the Seahawks' Week 10 loss to the Buccaneers in Germany. However, after a bye wek it appears he has put the injury behind him. Look for him to resume his usual workload assuming he avoids any setbacks.
Nov 13, 2022
Exits early
Lewis (leg) is questionable to return Sunday against the Buccaneers, Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune reports.
ANALYSIS
Lewis' early exit will leave the team down its starting left guard. In Lewis' absence, Phil Haynes should take over the role.
Oct 8, 2022
Good to go Sunday
Lewis (quad) was not listed on the Seahawks' injury report Saturday, Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune reports.
ANALYSIS
Lewis suffered a quad injury during Week 2's loss to San Francisco and has been dealing with this injury ever since. The 25-year-old has played in 149 of the team's snaps through three games and will look to resume to his left guard role for Sunday's matchup against the Saints.
Sep 18, 2022
Dealing with quad bruise
Lewis sustained a quad bruise during Sunday's loss to San Francisco, Curtis Crabtree of Sports Radio 950 KJR Seattle reports.
ANALYSIS
Lewis exited Sunday's matchup in the second quarter and was unable to return to the game. It's not yet clear whether he'll be available for next Sunday's game against Atlanta.
Sep 18, 2022
Suffers injury
Lewis (thigh) has left Sunday's game against the 49ers early and is questionable to return, Brady Henderson of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Lewis suffered the injury in the second quarter and was replaced by reserve guard Phil Haynes. If Lewis is unable to return, he'll shift his focus to being ready Week 3, when the Seahawks host the Falcons.
Sep 15, 2022
Fully practices Wednesday
Lewis (ankle) was listed as a full participant on the Seahawks' injury report Wednesday, John Boyle of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Lewis appears to be healthy once again after missing Seattle's season opener Monday night due to a lingering lateral sprain in his right ankle. The 2020 third-round pick started 13 games for the Seahawks last season, and he will now likely step back into his role at left guard moving forward in 2022.
Sep 12, 2022
Out Week 1
Lewis (ankle) was ruled inactive ahead of Monday night's season opener against the Broncos.
ANALYSIS
Lewis is dealing with a lateral sprain in his right ankle suffered in mid-August, and there is currently no set timetable for his return. In the 2020 third-round pick's absence, either Phil Haynes or Kyle Fuller will likely fill in as Seattle's starting left guard against Denver.
Aug 19, 2022
X-rays negative
Lewis suffered a lateral sprain to his right ankle in Thursday's preseason game against the Bears, but X-rays came back negative, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
Lewis was carted off the field with an air cast so this was relatively positive news. No timeline was provided for Lewis' potential return, but he should still have the chance to serve a substantial role along Seattle's offensive line during the 2022 season.
Aug 18, 2022
Hurts ankle in preseason
Lewis suffered an ankle injury against the Bears and will not return to Thursday's preseason contest, Curtis Crabtree of Sports Radio 950 KJR Seattle reports.
ANALYSIS
Lewis was carted off the field Thursday with an air cast on his right leg meaning that the guard could be ruled out for an extended period of time. While there's no indication of how long Lewis will be out it's safe to assume Greg Eiland and Phil Haynes will see a larger role until the 25-year-old is able to return to the field.
Jan 6, 2022
Activated by Seahawks
The Seahawks activated Lewis (undisclosed) from the reserve/COVID-19 list Thursday, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Lewis spent a week on the reserve/COVID-19 list and was unavailable for the team's win over the Lions. However, he should reclaim his starting role in Sunday's Week 18 matchup against Arizona.
Dec 31, 2021
Placed on COVID-19 list
Lewis was put on the reserve/COVID-19 list Thursday, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
If Lewis can't go Sunday against the Lions, it would be a big loss for the Seattle offensive line. Kyle Fuller replaced the 24-year-old when he missed time earlier in the year and would likely get to do so again if needed.
Dec 8, 2021
Logs full practice Wednesday
Lewis (elbow) managed to practice fully Wednesday,John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Lewis has been dealing with a number of injuries since Week 6 when he injured his shoulder. The offensive guard's current elbow injury seems to have cleared up and Lewis reportedly has a good chance of playing Sunday against the Texans. Expect Lewis to play barring any setbacks.
Dec 6, 2021
May return Sunday
Lewis (elbow) has a legitimate shot of returning Sunday against the Texans according to head coach Peter Carroll, Brady Henderson of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Lewis hasn't played since Week 11 against Arizona. Besides the elbow, he's also been dealing with a shoulder injury and had a cyst removed last week. The second-year pro has been a steady presence at left guard for the Seahawks when healthy, a role he'll try to return to Sunday against the Texans.
Dec 5, 2021
Inactive as expected
Lewis (elbow/shoulder) is inactive for Sunday's game against the 49ers.
ANALYSIS
Lewis has dealt with a series of injuries and has been ruled out after entering Sunday with a doubtful tag. He's in line for his second consecutive absence, and Kyle Fuller should take over at left guard in Lewis' absence.
Dec 3, 2021
Dealing with multiple injuries
Lewis (elbow/shoulder) is doubtful for Sunday's game against the 49ers, Curtis Crabtree of Sports Radio 950 KJR Seattle reports.
ANALYSIS
Lewis missed Monday's game against Washington with an elbow injury. However, he also picked up a shoulder injury and had a cyst removed during the week. As a result, he is likely to miss his second consecutive game in Week 13 against San Francisco, putting Kyle Fuller in position for extra snaps.
Nov 27, 2021
Not playing Sunday
Lewis (elbow) has been ruled out for Sunday's contest against Washington, Curtis Crabtree of Sports Radio 950 KJR Seattle reports.
ANALYSIS
Lewis didn't practice all week, so his lack of availability comes as no surprise. Backup left guard Jamarco Jones (back) is also out, so Dakoda Shepley and Kyle Fuller are the most likely candidates to replace Lewis on the Seahawks' offensive line.
Oct 27, 2021
Full participant in practice
Lewis (shoulder) was listed as a full participant in the Seahawks' practice Wednesday, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Lewis suffered a shoulder injury in the second half of the Seahawks' loss to the Steelers in Week 6 and he was unable to return to the game. The offensive guard missed Seattle's Week 7 matchup but appears on track to play in Week 8 after logging a full practice Wednesday. Expect Jamarco Jones to fill in if Lewis can't suit up Sunday.
Oct 25, 2021
Unavailable Monday
Lewis (shoulder) is inactive for Monday's game against the Saints.
ANALYSIS
Lewis suffered the shoulder injury last week against the Steelers and won't be available Monday after being listed as questionable. Jamarco Jones filled in at left guard previously and could do so again versus New Orleans.
Oct 17, 2021
Knocked out of SNF
Lewis (shoulder) won't return to Sunday's game against the Steelers.
ANALYSIS
Lewis exited in the second half of the contest and has subsequently been ruled out. Jamarco Jones is filling in at left guard in Lewis' absence.
Oct 17, 2021
Week 6 return questionable
Lewis (shoulder) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Steelers, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
With just two active guards in this game, the Seahawks will have to reshuffle their offensive line as a result of Lewis' injury. Injuries have ravaged Seattle's offense, highlighted by the absence of quarterback Russell Wilson (finger).
Sep 9, 2021
Ready to rock
Lewis (oblique) was a full participant at Wednesday's practice, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Now that he's at full health, Lewis is locked in as the Seahawks' starting left guard for Sunday's season opener against the Colts.
Aug 14, 2021
Will not play in preseason opener
Lewis will not play in Saturday's exhibtion matchup with the Raiders due to an oblique injury, Brady Henderson of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
It sounds like the Seahawks are just exercising caution with Lewis to help ensure the issue does not turn into something bigger. He projects to start at left guard for Seattle in the upcoming season.
Dec 6, 2020
Ready for Week 13
Lewis (groin) is active for Sunday's game against the Giants.
ANALYSIS
Lewis was questionable with the groin injury but will take up his usual starting spot at right guard for the Seahawks on Sunday.
Oct 4, 2020
Active for Week 4
Lewis (ankle) will play in Sunday's matchup against Miami.
ANALYSIS
Lewis saw just five snaps in Week 3 after he suffered a sprained ankle, but won't miss any more time. Now that the rookie third-rounder is officially back healthy, he'll assume his usual role as the starting right guard.
Oct 2, 2020
Listed as questionable
Lewis (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's game versus the Dolphins, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
The rookie third-rounder started the first three games of the season but suffered a sprained ankle after just five snaps in Week 3. If he's forced to miss any time, Jamarco Jones will likely start at right guard in his place.
Sep 27, 2020
Suffers sprained ankle
Coach Pete Carroll said after Sunday's win over the Cowboys that Lewis sustained a lateral ankle sprain, Curtis Crabtree of Sports Radio 950 KJR Seattle reports.
ANALYSIS
Lewis exited Sunday's win in the first quarter, and his status for Week 4 likely won't be determined until the Seahawks have an opportunity to evaluate him in practice. His X-rays were negative. Jamarco Jones will slot into the starting lineup at right guard if Lewis is forced to miss time.
Sep 27, 2020
Dealing with ankle issue
Lewis (ankle) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against Dallas, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.
ANALYSIS
It's unclear how Lewis suffered the injury, however, he exited the contest in the first quarter. He'll be re-evaluated on the sidelines, but as long as Lewis is out, look for Jordan Simmons to take over at left guard.
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