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Player DetailJalen Coker
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Nov 16, 2025
Catches four passes vs. Falcons
Coker caught all four of his targets for 52 yards in Sunday's 30-27 overtime win over the Falcons.
ANALYSIS
Coker was one of five Panthers to notch 50 receiving yards in Sunday's win, benefitting from Bryce Young's best game as a professional (448 passing yards and three touchdowns). The second-year pro from Holy Cross has now caught 11 of 15 targets for 118 yards in five games since returning from a quadriceps injury. Xavier Legette (hip) exited in the fourth quarter with an injury, so it's possible Coker has an expanded offensive role in a favorable Week 12 matchup against the 49ers.
Nov 9, 2025
Logs 21 yards Sunday
Coker caught three of four targets for 21 yards during Sunday's 17-7 loss to the Saints.
ANALYSIS
The second-year pro from Holy Cross turned in a solid performance Sunday, especially considering quarterback Bryce Young finished with just 124 passing yards. Coker logged the third-most receiving yards on the Panthers in Week 10, trailing Tetairoa McMillan (60 yards) and Ja'Tavion Sanders (32 yards). The 24-year-old has now played in four games since returning from a quadriceps injury, catching seven of 11 targets for 66 yards. He's expected to remain Carolina's No. 3 wideout and carry minimal fantasy value in the Week 11 matchup against the Falcons.
Nov 3, 2025
Just one catch in Week 9
Coker caught his only target for nine yards in Sunday's 16-13 win over the Packers.
ANALYSIS
Coker operated as the Panthers' No. 3 wideout during the Week 9 win but was largely uninvolved, in part due to the poor weather conditions and quarterback Bryce Young throwing for just 102 yards. Since returning from injury in the Week 7 win over the Jets, the Holy Cross product has caught four of seven targets for 45 yards. Coker should have more opportunities to contribute heading into the Week 10 matchup against the Saints.
Oct 27, 2025
Logs 36 yards in Week 8
Coker caught three of four targets for 26 yards during Sunday's 40-9 loss to the Bills.
ANALYSIS
Coker recorded his first three catches of the season Sunday after going without a reception in the Panthers' Week 7 win over the Jets. The 23-year-old logged 39 offensive snaps and served as Carolina's third wide receiver, playing behind Tetairoa McMillan (56 snaps) and Xavier Legette (53 snaps). Expect Coker to remain involved in the Panthers' offense heading into the Week 9 matchup against the Packers.
Oct 19, 2025
No catches Sunday
Coker was targeted twice but didn't record a catch in Sunday's 13-6 win over the Jets.
ANALYSIS
The Holy Cross product was sidelined for Carolina's first six games this season due to a quadriceps injury, and he made minimal impact in his return Sunday. Coker operated as the team's No. 3 wide receiver, playing behind Tetairoa McMillan (3-33-0) and Xavier Legette (9-92-1). His role in the Panthers' offense will likely continue to grow as the season progresses, but he's not expected to carry much fantasy value in Week 8 against the Bills.
Oct 19, 2025
Ready for 2025 debut
Coker (quadriceps) is active for Sunday's game against the Jets.
ANALYSIS
The 24-year-old was activated from injured reserve Saturday and has been cleared to make his season debut Sunday in New York. Coker caught 32 passes for 478 yards and two touchdowns as an undrafted rookie last year and could have a sizable role in Carolina's passing game.
Oct 18, 2025
Activated from injured reserve
The Panthers reinstated Coker (quadriceps) from injured reserve Saturday, Darin Gantt of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Coker has been a full practice participant over the past two weeks, and his reinstatement from IR indicates that he is tracking toward playing against the Jets on Sunday. The second-year wideout finished his rookie campaign with 32 catches (on 46 targets) for 478 yards and two touchdowns across 11 regular-season games. Coker should be utilized in two- and three-wideout sets alongside rookie first-rounder Tetairoa McMillan, which would result in a decrease in offensive snaps for Xavier Legette and Hunter Renfrow.
Oct 17, 2025
Expected to play
Panthers coach Dave Canales said Friday that Coker (quadriceps) will play against the Jets on Sunday, even though he's listed as questionable, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Coker has been a full practice participant for two weeks now, potentially allowing him to be free of restrictions for his 2025 debut. He's a candidate to start for a WR-needy team, though it's unclear what his role will be this Sunday.
Oct 16, 2025
Another full practice
Coker (quadriceps) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Coker was also a full participant throughout Week 6, though Carolina has yet to activate him from IR to the 53-man roster. It appears, by all accounts, that Coker is healthy enough to take the field for Sunday's road matchup against the Jets, but the Panthers haven't yet committed to his Week 7 status.
Oct 15, 2025
Looks good in practice
Coker (quadriceps) was a full practice participant Wednesday, with Panthers coach Dave Canales saying afterward that the wideout looked great, Steve Reed of the Associated Press reports.
ANALYSIS
Coker was a full practice participant throughout last week but didn't get activated from injured reserve for Sunday's win over the Cowboys. He'll likely be ready this Sunday against the Jets, although Canales didn't commit to anything and said Coker will continue to be evaluated as the week progresses.
Oct 11, 2025
Won't return Week 6
Coker (quadriceps) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Cowboys, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Coker was designated to return from injured reserve Wednesday and was a full participant in practice all week, but he'll have to wait until Week 7 against the Jets on Sunday, Oct. 19 to make his 2025 regular-season debut. Coker's absence means Xavier Legette and Hunter Renfrow will continue to work with rookie first-rounder Tetairoa McMillan in three-wideout sets.
Oct 10, 2025
Treated as game-time call
Coker (quadriceps) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Dallas and will be treated as a game-time decision, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
He spent the first five weeks of the season on injured reserve but then managed full practice participation Wednesday through Friday this week. Coker could jump right into a top-three role if he's activated from injured reserve Saturday, as the Panthers haven't gotten much from their WRs besides first-round pick Tetairoa McMillan.
Oct 8, 2025
Logs full practice
Coker (quadriceps) was a full practice participant Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
It was his first practice since Aug. 28, but the full participation suggests Coker has a chance to play this Sunday against the Cowboys. Carolina could certainly use his help, currently getting minimal production from any of the wide receivers behind No. 1 target Tetairoa McMillan. Coker split time between the slot and perimeter as a UDFA-turned-starter in 2024, presumably giving him a good feel for Dave Canales' offensive system as he prepares for a late start to his second NFL season. Coker soon figures to take playing time away from Xavier Legette and/or Hunter Renfrow.
Oct 8, 2025
Practice window opens
The Panthers are designating Coker (quadriceps) to return to practice from IR on Wednesday, Darin Gantt of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
The transaction opens a 21-day window wherein Coker can be evaluated at practice without counting against the 53-man roster. Carolina can activate him at any point during that time, including getting him back on the field as early as Sunday versus the Cowboys. He's recovering from a quad injury suffered Aug. 28.
Oct 3, 2025
In line to practice next week
Coach Dave Canales said Friday that the Panthers will open Coker's (quadriceps) 21-day window to return from injured reserve next week, Joe Person of The Athletic reports. "Coker is doing great," Canales added. "He's hitting some top speeds. Now, it's about capacity."
ANALYSIS
Coker sustained a quad injury in practice on Aug. 28 that forced the Panthers to place him on IR not long afterward. Initial reports noted he was slated to sit out 4-to-6 games, and as of this Sunday's contest versus the Dolphins, he'll reach have reached five games missed. Carolina will need to designate Coker to return from injured reserve in order for him to practice.
Sep 24, 2025
Still week-to-week
Coker (quadriceps) is making progress but still considered week-to-week, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
It sounds like Coker won't be ready to return from injured reserve when first eligible in Week 5. He was expected to miss four-to-six games all along, returning at some point in October. With the Panthers not getting much from their pass catchers so far, Coker should push for a starting job before mid-season.
Sep 1, 2025
Expected to miss 4-to-6 games
Coker (quadriceps), who was placed on IR on Saturday, is expected to be sidelined four to six games in his recovery, David Newton of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
Panthers head coach Dave Canales said Coker has a "serious quad strain," per Mike Kaye of The Charlotte Observer. While the second-year wideout's placement on IR allows him to retake the field after a minimum of only four games, it sounds like his return could be postponed until as late as Week 7 against the Jets on Oct. 19. With Carolina also having traded Adam Thielen to Minnesota, the team inked veteran wideout Hunter Renfrow to the active roster Saturday to help provide depth behind Tetairoa McMillan (hamstring) and Xavier Legette.
Aug 30, 2025
Beginning season on IR
The Panthers placed Coker (quadriceps) on injured reserve with a designation to return Saturday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
According to Jared Feinberg of ThePanthersWire, Coker suffered the quad injury during practice Thursday. He'll need to miss at least the first four games of the regular season, so the earliest date he can play is Sunday, Oct. 5 versus Miami. To fill Coker's spot on the active roster and in the wideout corps. the Panthers signed veteran receiver Hunter Renfrow on Saturday.
Aug 22, 2025
Not targeted
Coker (illness) wasn't targeted in Thursday's preseason loss to Pittsburgh.
ANALYSIS
Panthers coach Dave Canales implied that Coker might've been rested Thursday if he hadn't missed the previous preseason game with an illness. The second-year pro played the first couple of drives with Carolina's second-string offense, which is the unit he saw the most work with this summer. There was talk of Coker pushing Xavier Legette for playing time, however, and now Adam Thielen trade rumors offer another potential path to a significant role. For the time being, Coker projects as Carolina's No. 4 wide receiver for a Week 1 matchup with Jacksonville.
Aug 21, 2025
In line to suit up Thursday
Coach Dave Canales said Coker (illness) is slated to play in Thursday's preseason contest against the Steelers for "conditioning" purposes, Alex Zietlow of The Charlotte Observer reports.
ANALYSIS
Coker sat out this past Saturday's exhibition versus the Texans due to an illness, so getting some reps Thursday appears to be on the docket for the 2024 undrafted rookie. Last season, he impressed with 32 catches (on 46 targets) for 478 yards and two touchdowns in 11 regular-season games. With Tetairoa McMillan (hamstring), Xavier Legette, Adam Thielen and Brycen Tremayne all out Thursday, Coker will be in the mix for WR reps along with Hunter Renfrow, David Moore and Jimmy Horn.
Aug 16, 2025
Likely out due to illness
Coker (illness) is not expected to suit up for Saturday's preseason game against the Texans, Mike Kaye of The Charlotte Observer reports.
ANALYSIS
Coker impressed during Carolina's preseason matchup against the Browns, scoring Carolina's only touchdown of the 30-10 loss while finishing with a 2-17-1 receiving line. The second-year pro is competing with Adam Thielen and Xavier Legette for reps in three-wide sets, with rookie first-rounder Tetairoa McMillan seemingly already having entrenched himself as Bryce Young's clear No. 1 wideout. It looks like Coker will have to wait until the Panthers' preseason finale against Pittsburgh on Thursday, Aug. 21 for his next chance to build exhibition momentum, however.
Jun 11, 2025
Returns to practice
Coker (undisclosed) participated in 7-on-7 drills Wednesday, Mike Kaye of The Charlotte Observer reports.
ANALYSIS
Kaye notes that Coker "looked fast" and seems to have recovered from the soft-tissue injury that limited his participation in OTAs. He impressed as an undrafted rookie last year but will still need to fight for first-team reps during training camp, competing with Tetairoa McMillan, Adam Thielen and Xavier Legette.
Jun 5, 2025
Still working on the side
Coker (undisclosed) continues to work off to the side during OTAs, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
The wide receiver was also only getting in limited work in late May during OTAs. Though he's likely behind Tetairoa McMillan, Xavier Legette and Adam Thielen on Carolina's depth chart, Coker is definitely in the mix after catching 32 passes for 478 yards and two scores as a rookie in 2024.
May 27, 2025
Dealing with injury
Coker was spotted working off to the side of Panthers' practice Tuesday due to a soft-tissue injury, Mike Kaye of The Charlotte Observer reports.
ANALYSIS
The severity of Coker's soft-tissue injury is currently unknown, but it's a positive sign that he was able to work off to the side rather than sit out of practice entirely. The second-year wideout from Holy Cross was expected to compete for snaps in a crowded Panthers wide receiver corps that includes 2025 first-round pick Tetairoa McMillan, Xavier Legette and Adam Thielen throughout the summer. However, with this injury, Coker may fall behind in the competition if he's unable to return to the field soon.
Jan 5, 2025
Leads pass-catching corps in win
Coker brought in all seven targets for 62 yards in the Panthers' 44-38 overtime win over the Falcons on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Coker led the Panthers in receptions, receiving yards and targets on the afternoon to cap off an encouraging rookie campaign that included a 100-yard effort in addition to Sunday's productive tally. The undrafted Holy Cross product recorded multiple receptions in each of his last seven games and will enter training camp next summer ready to compete for a higher spot on the depth chart.
Dec 29, 2024
Catches two passes in loss
Coker caught both of his targets for 35 yards in Sunday's 48-14 loss to the Buccaneers.
ANALYSIS
The undrafted rookie wideout from Holy Cross finished as the Panthers' second-leading receiver in Sunday's blowout loss, trailing Adam Thielen's 110-yard performance. Coker has shown flashes of potential throughout his rookie campaign, having now recorded 25 receptions for 416 yards and two touchdowns over 10 appearances. Expect the 23-year-old to remain one of the Panthers' top receiving options in Week 18, when the team travels to Atlanta.
Dec 22, 2024
Held to eight yards Sunday
Coker (quadriceps) had two receptions on five targets for eight yards in Sunday's 36-30 overtime win over Arizona.
ANALYSIS
Coker was unable to replicate last week's 83-yard touchdown against the Cowboys, finishing with meager production against the Cardinals despite his team picking up the win. It is worth noting that the UDFA continues to play through a quadriceps injury that cost him three games of action prior to returning against Dallas in Week 15. Coker's inconsistent production and lingering injury concerns limit him to a deep-league option for next Sunday's tilt against the Buccaneers.
Dec 22, 2024
Playing in Week 16
Coker (quadriceps) is listed as active Sunday against the Cardinals, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Coker sat out Weeks 12-14 due to a quadriceps injury and then was limited in the final two sessions of Week 16 prep due to the same issue. He'll play through the health concern for a second straight game, however, as he takes on an Arizona defense that has allowed the ninth-most YPT (8.33) to opposing wide receivers this season. Coker also may have a bit more sway in Carolina's passing game with Xavier Legette (hip) inactive.
Dec 22, 2024
Anticipated to play Week 16
Coker (quadriceps) is expected to play against the Cardinals on Sunday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
Coker missed three straight games with a quad injury before returning for last week's loss to the Cowboys. The undrafted rooie then popped back up with a quad issue on Thursday's injury report, and he ended the week as a limited participant in back-to-back practices. But, it looks like he'll still be able to suit up and play consecutive games for the first time since Week 9 and Week 10. David Moore (concussion) is also expected to be available Sunday, per Schefter. Meanwhile, Xavier Legette (hip) has already been ruled out, which should leave Coker and Moore to round out the Panthers' starting receiver spots behind veteran Adam Thielen.
Dec 20, 2024
Questionable for Sunday
Coker (quadriceps) is listed as questionable for Sunday's contest against the Cardinals.
ANALYSIS
Coker made a midweek appearance on the Panthers' injury report, logging limited sessions Thursday and Friday due to a quad issue. Fellow WR Xavier Legette (hip) has been ruled out for Week 16, while David Moore (concussion) also is questionable to suit up. The statuses of Coker and Moore won't be confirmed until about 90 minutes before Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff, but if either or both join Legette as inactive, Carolina may have to roll with Adam Thielen, Deven Thompkins and Dan Chisena as its receiving corps this weekend.
Dec 19, 2024
Limited by quad issue
Coker was limited in practice Thursday due to a quadriceps injury.
ANALYSIS
Coker wasn't listed on the Panthers' first Week 16 practice report Wednesday, so his addition one day later is somewhat worrisome. Having said that, he missed Weeks 12-14 with a quad issue, so his practice restrictions Thursday may be related to maintenance. In his return to action this past Sunday against the Cowboys, Coker hauled in four of six targets for 110 yards and one touchdown, which mostly was fueled by an 83-yard scoring strike.
Dec 15, 2024
Scores long touchdown
Coker recorded four receptions on six targets for 110 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 30-14 loss to the Cowboys.
ANALYSIS
Coker returned from a three-game absence and immediately stepped back into a significant role. He finished second on the team in targets and tied for second in receptions, and the highlight of his performance came on an 83-yard touchdown just before halftime. Coker has at least six targets in three of his last four games, so he should maintain a consistent role in the offense down the stretch, though his results will remain more mixed due to the inconsistency of Bryce Young.
Dec 12, 2024
Another full practice
Coker (quadriceps) practiced fully Thursday, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Coker kicked off Week 15 prep with a full session, as he did one week prior, but he was able to maintain that activity level this time around after being limited last Thursday and a non-participant one day later. He ultimately missed a third straight game this past Sunday at Philadelphia due to a quadriceps injury. On Wednesday, coach Dave Canales told Steve Reed of the Associated Press that Coker has been able to attack his routes this week, something that was missing in advance of Week 14 action, and with back-to-back uncapped sessions now under his belt, he's set to suit up for the first time since Week 10.
Dec 11, 2024
Practices in full Wednesday
Coker (quadriceps) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Coker also began Week 14 as a full participant at practice, before being downgraded to 'LP' and then 'DNP' designations and ultimately being ruled out versus Philadelphia. Head coach Dave Canales said, however, that Coker's current practice activity is displaying an ability to attack routes that the undrafted rookie was previously missing, per Steve Reed of the Associated Press. Coker will work to remain a full participant Thursday and Friday, then to retake the field Sunday versus Dallas.
Dec 8, 2024
Another absence Sunday
Coker (quadriceps) is inactive for Sunday's game at Philadelphia, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Coker appeared as if he may be in line to make his first appearance since Week 10 following a full practice Wednesday, but he followed it up with a limited session Thursday and no activity whatsoever Friday, forecasting his third absence in a row due to a quad injury. With the undrafted rookie sidelined, Carolina will rely on Adam Thielen, Xavier Legette, David Moore, Deven Thompkins and Dan Chisena to man wide receiver Sunday.
Dec 6, 2024
Doubtful for Week 14
Coker (quadriceps) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game at Philadelphia, Sheena Quick of Fox Sports Radio 1340 reports.
ANALYSIS
Coker seemingly had a setback this week, going from full participation Wednesday to limited Thursday to non-participation Friday. He'll likely miss a third straight game, leaving Carolina with poor depth behind WRs Xavier Legette, David Moore and Adam Thielen.
Dec 5, 2024
Falls back to limited Thursday
Coker (quadriceps) practiced in a limited capacity Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Coker is vying to put an end to a two-game absence due to a quad injury, but he followed up Wednesday's full session with a cap on his reps one day later, which could be a worrisome sign for his upcoming availability. Ultimately, Friday's practice report will reveal Coker's odds to return to action Sunday at Philadelphia.
Dec 4, 2024
Practicing in full
Coker (quadriceps) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Coker has missed back-to-back contests and couldn't practice in any capacity last week, but he now looks to be on track to retake the field Sunday against the Eagles. That said, with all of Adam Thielen, Xavier Legette and David Moore currently on the field for Carolina, it remains to be seen whether Coker will have a path to playing time in three-wide sets once back in action.
Dec 2, 2024
Hopeful for Week 14
Coach Dave Canales said Monday that the hope is Coker (quadriceps) will be able to play next Sunday against the Eagles, Mike Kaye of The Charlotte Observer reports.
ANALYSIS
Coker didn't practice at all last week and has missed the Panthers' last two contests, losses to the Chiefs and Bucs. In his absence, Carolina has gotten back Adam Thielen (hamstring) from injured reserve and rolled with a three-wide set of Thielen, Xavier Legette and veteran David Moore. With Moore producing, it's unclear if Coker would return to a full-time role once healthy.
Nov 29, 2024
Ruled out, not practicing
Coker (quadriceps) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Tampa Bay.
ANALYSIS
Coker hasn't practiced since first landing on the injury report last Friday and now will miss a second straight game. The Panthers used David Moore, Xavier Legette and Adam Thielen as their top wide receivers in last week's loss to the Chiefs, with Thielen taking most of the slot snaps that went to Coker for much of October and early-to-mid November.
Nov 28, 2024
DNP again Thursday
Coker (quadriceps) was listed as a non-participant on Thursday's injury report, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Coker has been a listed DNP on three consecutive injury reports stretching back to last week as he tends to a quad issue that sidelined him this past Sunday versus the Chiefs. He thus will have just one more chance to get back on the field this week before the Panthers potentially make a ruling on his status ahead of Sunday's contest against the Buccaneers.
Nov 27, 2024
DNP on Wednesday
Coker (quadriceps) was a non-participant at Wednesday's practice, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Coker was a late addition to the Panthers' injury report last Friday due to a quad issue that left him questionable for Week 12 action. He eventually was deemed inactive for this past Sunday's game against the Chiefs, and he now has missed back-to-back sessions as a result of the health concern. Coach Dave Canales told Joe Person of The Athletic on Wednesday that he doesn't expect Coker being available Sunday versus the Buccaneers, something that may be confirmed by the time Carolina posts its final report of the week Friday.
Nov 24, 2024
Not suiting up Sunday
Coker (quadricep) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Chiefs, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Coker will be wearing street clothes Sunday after he suffered a quad injury in practice Thursday and then missed the Panthers' final session of the week Friday. After Coker played 90 percent of the offensive snaps in the Panthers' Week 10 win over the Giants prior to a Week 11 bye, Carolina will likely turn to Adam Thielen (hamstring) to replace him as the primary option out of the slot in the latter's return from injured reserve. If Coker is able to move past the quad injury in time for the Panthers' next game Week 13 against the Buccaneers, he could be in store for a smaller role if Thielen looks healthy in his return to the lineup.
Nov 22, 2024
Questionable with quad injury
Coker is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Kansas City after missing Friday's practice with a quadriceps injury.
ANALYSIS
An end-of-week addition to the injury report isn't good news, and Coker's role was already somewhat in flux due to the impending return of Adam Thielen (who is listed as questionable but expected to play). The undrafted rookie presumably has shown enough that the Panthers will want to keep playing him, even if that means moving him out of the slot and to the perimeter in an effort to accommodate Thielen. Unfortunately, we won't get to see the new plan if Coker ends up on the inactive list 90 minutes ahead of a 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff Sunday.
Nov 10, 2024
Team-high yardage total in OT win
Coker brought in three of eight targets for 41 yards in the Panthers' 20-17 overtime win over the Giants in Munich on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Coker's yardage total, modest as it was, led the Panthers on the day, as did his career-high target tally. The undrafted rookie has displayed good chemistry with Bryce Young, now boasting a 9-155-1 line on 17 targets in the latter's three-game starting stint. With Diontae Johnson now in Baltimore, Coker should continue to enjoy a prominent role during a Week 12 home matchup against the Chiefs on Sunday, Nov. 24 following a Week 11 bye, although Adam Thielen (IR, hamstring) is expected back for that game.
Nov 3, 2024
Quiet in Week 9
Coker caught two of his three targets for 36 yards in Sunday's 23-22 win over the Saints.
ANALYSIS
Coker was held without a catch in the second half of Sunday's win; however, the rookie from Holy Cross still finished with the most receiving yards among Panthers wideouts. He also saw his highest snap share of the season (66.0 percent) after Diontae Johnson was traded to the Ravens on Oct. 29. The 23-year-old's role in Carolina's offense appears likely to continue growing, and he's expected to keep making plays as the Panthers host the Giants in Week 10.
Oct 28, 2024
Scores first career TD
Coker caught four of six targets for 78 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 28-14 loss to the Broncos.
ANALYSIS
The rookie led the Panthers in receiving yards on the day, and Coker capped his performance with his first career touchdown as he hauled in a 15-yard toss from Bryce Young in the fourth quarter. Over the last four games, the undrafted wideout out of Holy Cross has posted a respectable 12-186-1 line on 14 targets, but Coker's role in Carolina's passing game will hinge on the health of Diontae Johnson (ribs) and Adam Thielen (hamstring) -- assuming the veteran receivers don't get shipped out before the trade deadline.
Oct 25, 2024
Chance to step up with Johnson out
Coker could play a larger role Sunday against the Broncos, as the Panthers will be without wide receivers Diontae Johnson (ribs) and Adam Thielen (hamstring), Kassidy Hill of the Panthers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
With Johnson ruled out and Thielen still on IR, Coker will be part of a shorthanded Panthers receiving corps that also includes Xavier Legette, David Moore and Jonathan Mingo. That group will be catching passes from Bryce Young, who is getting the start under center in place of Andy Dalton (thumb). Coker had 68 receiving yards against the Bears in Week 5, but that is the only time he has exceeded 30 receiving yards.
Oct 20, 2024
Quiet in Week 7
Coker caught his only target for 10 yards in Sunday's 40-7 loss to the Commanders.
ANALYSIS
The rookie wideout struggled along with the rest of Carolina's offense in Sunday's blowout loss, but he still finished third on the team in receiving yards, trailing Ja'Tavion Sanders (61) and Diontae Johnson (17). Coker will likely continue to serve as the Panthers' No. 3 wide receiver until Adam Thielen (hamstring) returns from injury. However, with Carolina's recent offensive struggles, he'll likely find it difficult to be fantasy relevant without finding the endzone.
Oct 13, 2024
Catches three passes vs. Falcons
Coker caught three of his four targets for 30 yards in Sunday's 38-20 loss to the Falcons.
ANALYSIS
The rookie served as the Panthers' No. 3 wide receiver in the absence of Adam Thielen (hamstring) on Sunday. Coker's 30 receiving yards ranked third on the Panthers, finishing behind both Diontae Johnson (78) and Ja'Tavion Sanders (49). Carolina's defense gave up 30-plus points for the third consecutive week, and Coker could continue benefiting from positive game scripts while Thielen remains sidelined. Expect the Holy Cross product to serve as Carolina's third wide receiver again in Week 7, when the Panthers play the Commanders.
Oct 6, 2024
Steps up in Week 5
Coker caught all four of his targets for 68 yards in Sunday's 36-10 loss to the Bears.
ANALYSIS
The Holy Cross product was the biggest beneficiary of Xavier Legette's (shoulder) absence during Sunday's loss, as Coker caught all three of his targets for 37 yards in the second half. With Jonathan Mingo's struggles and injuries to both Legette and Adam Thielen (hamstring), Coker could have an opportunity to see increased offensive work as the season progresses, especially if he continues to perform as he did in Week 5. Expect the rookie to serve as Carolina's No. 3 wide receiver in Week 6 when the Panthers take on the Falcons.
Oct 6, 2024
Set to play
Coker (foot) is active Sunday against the Bears.
ANALYSIS
Coker saw a limited role in his NFL debut last week, and will likely see a similar workload Sunday, operating as a depth option with Adam Thielen (hamstring) out of action.
Oct 4, 2024
Questionable after full practice
Coker (foot) practiced in full Friday and is officially listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Bears, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Panthers head coach Dave Canales said all players listed as questionable have a good chance to suit up Sunday, per Joe Person of The Athletic. That lends optimism to the notion that Coker will be able to suit up versus Chicago. Coker handled a depth role in his regular-season debut Week 4, but he failed to secure his only target.
Oct 3, 2024
Gets downgraded
Coker (foot) did not practice Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Coker was a full participant Wednesday, suggesting he may have injured his foot in practice. A late-week downgrade isn't typically a good sign for a player's weekend availability, but the Holy Cross product will try and get back on the field Friday ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Bears.
Sep 24, 2024
Joining active roster
The Panthers plan to sign Coker to their active roster Tuesday, Mike Kaye of The Charlotte Observer reports.
ANALYSIS
This move comes in response to the Panthers placing Adam Thielen (hamstring) on injured reserve, forcing him to miss at least the team's next four games. Coker was picked up by the Panthers as one of the top undrafted free agents this past offseason and has spent the first three weeks of the season on the team's practice squad. He's expected to serve as a depth piece in Carolina's wide receiver room until Thielen returns from injury.
Aug 29, 2024
Brought back by Carolina
Coker signed with the Panthers' practice squad Thursday, Darin Gantt of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Coker fell victim to the Panthers' waiver claims, having made the team's initial 53-man roster before being waived Wednesday. However, he's returned to Carolina's practice squad and could very well be elevated to the team's active roster at some point this season.
Aug 28, 2024
Waived by Panthers
The Panthers waived Coker on Wednesday, Alex Zietlow of The Charlotte Observer reports.
ANALYSIS
Coker made the Panthers' initial 53-man roster, but he's now been dropped as a result of the team's waiver claims, per Zietlow. The Holy Cross product was one of the top undrafted free-agents from the 2024 draft class, so he could definitely find his way onto another practice squad or active roster heading into his rookie campaign.
Jul 23, 2024
Activated off PUP list
The Panthers activated Coker (undisclosed) off the active/PUP list Tuesday, Darin Gantt of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Coker signed with Carolina as an undrafted free agent out of Holy Cross in April, and he led the FCS with 15 receiving touchdowns. Coker will be ready for the start of Panthers training camp Wednesday, and he'll compete for a spot on the end of the wide receiver depth chart.
Jul 19, 2024
Placed on PUP list
The Panthers placed Coker (undisclosed) on the active/PUP list Friday, Darin Gantt of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Coker linked up with Carolina as an undrafted free agent back in April, and since then he appears to have picked up an injury during spring practices. Once healthy and ready to practice, Coker will be eligible to come off the PUP list at any time this summer. The reigning FCS leader in receiving touchdowns, Coker is competing for an end-of-roster role in Carolina's wide receiver room.
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