Troy Pride Jr. Injury News & Updates
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Works out for Atlanta
The Falcons brought in Pride for a tryout Monday, Howard Balzer of SI.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Pride was one of three cornerbacks to try out for the Falcons on Monday after he was waived due to a failed physical with the Panthers in May. The 2020 fourth-round pick registered 42 tackles and two passes defended over 14 games during his rookie season with Carolina before suffering a season-ending torn ACL last preseason.
May 16, 2022
Let go Monday
Pride (knee) was waived with a failed physical designation Monday, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Pride was selected in the fourth round of the 2020 draft by Carolina, but he missed all of last season after suffering a torn ACL in a preseason contest. He'll now focus on getting healthy, so he can earn a chance to compete in the NFL again.
Aug 17, 2021
Placed on IR
Pride (knee) was placed on the injured reserve list Tuesday, Darin Grantt of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Pride suffered a torn ACL and was carted off the field in Sunday's preseason opener, which will keep him sidelined for the remainder of the 2021 season. Last season, the 23-year-old cornerback recorded 42 tackles and two passes defensed across 14 games in his rookie campaign. Pride's injury could open up reps to the likes of Stantley Thomas-Oliver and A.J. Bouye (suspension) moving forward.
Aug 16, 2021
Undergoes MRI
Pride (knee) underwent an MRI on Monday, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
There has been no word yet on the results of Pride's MRI. He was carted off the field during the Panthers' preseason opener after suffering a knee injury. When healthy, he projects to provide cornerback depth behind Jaycee Horn and Donte Jackson.
Aug 15, 2021
Carted off with knee injury
Pride suffered a knee injury in Sunday's preseason opener against the Colts, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Pride was carted off, suggesting the possibility of a long-term absence is in play. The team will likely provide an update on the cornerback's health prior to facing the Ravens in Week 2 of preseason.
Aug 15, 2021
Injures knee Sunday
Pride collected five tackles (all solo) before sustaining the knee injury in Sunday's 21-18 preseason loss to the Colts.
ANALYSIS
When Pride got injured late in this contest, he was on the turf for some time before attempting to walk off the field. When he reached the sideline, he appeared to faint, eventually came to and was carted to the locker room. Considering the Panthers deemed him doubtful to return, Pride could be in line for an extended absence. Upcoming evaluations will determine his prognosis.
Jul 30, 2021
Ready for camp
Pride (undisclosed) has recovered from his injury and is ready for the start of camp, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
There had been worries about Pride's availability for the start of camp, but the 2020 fourth-round pick was able to heal up. He'll compete for a starting cornerback spot with the Panthers but is more likely to wind up in a reserve role.
Jun 16, 2021
Could miss start of camp
Pride (undisclosed) may not be healthy for the start of training camp, Alaina Getzenberg of The Charlotte Observer reports.
ANALYSIS
The 2020 fourth-round pick landed on injured reserve with a hip injury ahead of Week 17, and it's unclear if he's still managing that injury or if he's dealing with a new issue. Regardless, the fact Pride might not be ready for the start of camp in late July indicates it's likely more than a minor injury.
Jan 2, 2021
Moved to IR
Pride (hip) was placed on IR on Saturday, Alaina Getzenberg of The Charlotte Observer reports.
ANALYSIS
Pride suffered the groin injury Week 15 against Green Bay and missed last week's game against Washington. He logged a pair of limited practices this week but was never expected to play in the season finale. The rookie ends the campaign with 42 tackles (27 solo) and two passes defensed.
Jan 1, 2021
Unlikely to play Week 17
Pride (hip) is doubtful for Sunday's game against the Saints.
ANALYSIS
The 22-year-old practiced as a limited participant the past two days, but he remains unlikely to play in the season finale. Pride likely will finish his rookie campaign with 42 tackles (27 solo) and two passes defensed in 14 games.
Dec 26, 2020
Downgraded to out for Week 16
Pride (hip) will not travel with the team to Washington, and he's been ruled out for Week 16, Alaina Getzenberg of The Charlotte Observer reports.
ANALYSIS
With Pride confirmed out for Week 16, Carolina's secondary will be devoid of the fourth-round rookie's services for the first time this season. Pride has started each of the Panthers' past four games, but the Notre Dame product remains in search of his first NFL interception. It's been a turbulent year in coverage for Pride, as opponents have racked up 14.1 yards per completion against him while logging a pair of passing TDs over 40 targets.
Dec 20, 2020
MRI on tap
Coach Matt Rhule said Sunday that Pride will undergo an MRI on his hip, and is doubtful for Week 16 against Washington, Alaina Getzenberg of The Charlotte Observer reports.
ANALYSIS
The rookie out of Notre Dame suffered the groin injury in Saturday's loss to the Packers, as it appears there is some concern over the severity of the injury. Corn Elder stepped into a larger with Pride sidelined Saturday, so he'll be the favorite to do so again in Week 16 in the likely event Pride is sidelined. Expect the team to update Pride's status as needed heading into next week.
Dec 20, 2020
Picks up groin injury
Pride sustained a groin injury during Saturday's loss to the Packers, Alaina Getzenberg of The Charlotte Observer reports.
ANALYSIS
The 22-year-old was originally considered questionable to return before being downgraded to doubtful. Corn Elder stepped into a larger defensive role in Pride's absence.
Nov 16, 2020
Matches career high
Pride finished with seven tackles (five solo) in Sunday's 46-23 loss to the Buccaneers.
ANALYSIS
Pride matched his career-best stop total in a game that Carolina struggled to contain Tampa Bay's high-octane offense. The rookie now sports 36 tackles through his first 10 games, but has defended just one pass thus far.
Oct 25, 2020
Starting against Saints
Pride will start at cornerback Sunday against the Saints following news that Rasul Douglas was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list, Myles Simmons of the Panthers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
The rookie fourth-round pick will make his third start of the season, and he's been a consistent contributor all year. With Douglas out, Pride is expected to handle a full workload with little competition. He's had typical rookie growing pains in coverage this season, allowing a 132.2 passer rating and two touchdowns when targeted, but Sunday's matchup should be a bit easier because Michael Thomas (ankle/hamstring) and Emmanuel Sanders (COVID-19) are both inactive.
Sep 20, 2020
Back to depth role
Pride will be replaced by Rasul Douglas in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against Tampa Bay, Myles Simmons of the Panthers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Pride was thrust into the starting lineup in Week 1, performing well with seven tackles (four solo) in the loss. The rookie played 92 percent of the team's defensive snaps last week, so it's a bit surprising that he was demoted from the starting line up. Pride will certainly still have a role in the defense, however, don't expect his production to equal last week's.
Sep 14, 2020
Thrust into larger role
Pride finished with seven tackles (four solo) in Sunday's 34-30 loss to the Raiders.
ANALYSIS
Pride started at cornerback due to teammate Eli Apple (ankle/foot) being sidelined, but the rookie quickly found himself in an even bigger role after Donte Jackson was forced to exit after 11 snaps due to an ankle injury of his own. Those absences enabled Pride to play 92 percent of Carolina's defensive plays in his debut, and although he placed third on the team in tackles, that production was a byproduct of him struggling in coverage at times. The sledding won't get any easier in Week 2 at the Buccaneers, but Pride should at least be encouraged by the playing time likely available to him to improve.
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