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Player DetailYetur Gross-Matos
Yetur Gross-Matos
SF · Defensive Line
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Nov 30 at Cleveland
Injury ReserveEst. Return Nov 30, 2025
Yetur Gross-Matos Injury News & Updates
Nov 1, 2025
Lands on IR
Gross-Matos (knee) was placed on injured reserve Saturday.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos will miss his fourth consecutive game Sunday and will now be in line to miss at least three additional matchups thereafter. The 49ers are beat up along their defensive line, as they'll also be without Bryce Huff (hamstring), Nick Bosa (knee) and others in Sunday's matchup against the Giants.
Oct 31, 2025
Remains out for Week 9
Gross-Matos (knee/hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Giants, Jennifer Lee Chan of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos will miss a fourth consecutive game due to knee and hamstring injuries, though he was able to squeeze in a limited practice Thursday that was sandwiched between DNPs, and he'll look to progress enough in his recovery to return for Week 10 against the Rams on Sunday, Nov. 9. With Gross-Matos and Bryce Huff (hamstring) both out and Sam Okuayinonu (knee/hamstring) listed as questionable, the 49ers will turn to Robert Beal and recent acquisition Keion White to serve in larger roles at defensive end alongside starter Mykel Williams.
Oct 24, 2025
Ruled out for Week 8
Gross-Matos (knee/hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Texans, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos has not practiced since sustaining knee and hamstring injuries against the Rams in Week 5. Sunday marks the third straight game that the 2020 second-rounder will miss, and he'll look to progress enough in his recovery to return to practice for the 49ers' Week 9 prep. With Gross-Matos and Bryce Huff (hamstring) both out, Sam Okuayinonu will see a significant increase in snaps at defensive end opposite Mykel Williams, and Robert Beal will have the opportunity to step up in a rotational role.
Oct 17, 2025
Won't play vs. Falcons
Gross-Matos (knee/hamstring) is listed as out for Sunday's game versus Atlanta, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos will miss a second consecutive game as he continues to deal with a hamstring injury he suffered in Week 6 against the Rams, as well as a knee issue. In his absence, Sam Okuayinonu projects to see an uptick in snaps at defensive end.
Oct 10, 2025
Officially ruled out
Gross-Matos (hamstring) will not play in Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, Greg Auman of Fox Sports reports.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos suffered a hamstring injury in San Francisco's Week 5 win. Despite having a few extra days to recover, he was unable to practice in any capacity during the week.
Oct 3, 2025
Set to miss 'some time'
Coach Kyle Shanahan said Friday that Gross-Matos will miss some time with a strained hamstring, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos was added to the 49ers' injury carousel Thursday against the Rams, and it looks like it may be the type of issue that could cause him to miss multiple games. If there's any consolation, it's that San Francisco gets a post-Thursday game mini bye before having to travel across the country to Tampa Bay in Week 6.
Oct 2, 2025
Ruled out Thursday
Gross-Matos has a hamstring injury and has been ruled out for the rest of Thursday's game against the Rams, Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.
ANALYSIS
The defensive end broke up one pass before exiting. Gross-Matos played on fewer than 40 percent of the defensive snaps in each of San Francisco's first four games.
Sep 19, 2025
Taken off injury report
Gross-Matos does not have an injury designation ahead of Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Tyler Drake of ArizonaSports.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos has practiced sparingly all season but has been able to suit up for each of the 49ers' first two games. It appears he'll follow that same pattern ahead of Week 3, and Gross-Matos will likely play primarily on passing downs in a pass-rushing role.
Sep 11, 2025
Returns to practice Thursday
Gross-Matos (knee) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Vic Tafur of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos missed Wednesday's practice due to a lingering knee issue that limited him to just 16 defensive snaps during the 49ers' Week 1 win over the Seahawks. His ability to return to practice Thursday is a positive sign, and he is trending towards being available against the Saints on Sunday.
Sep 10, 2025
Misses practice Wednesday
Gross-Matos (knee) did not participate at practice Wednesday, Jennifer Lee Chan of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos played 16 defensive snaps, failing to record any stats in the team's 17-13 win over the Seahawks in Week 1. The defensive end missed practice last Wednesday and Friday, while logging a limited session Thursday before playing against Seattle. He'll have two more chances to return to practice prior to Sunday's matchup with the Saints.
Sep 5, 2025
Cleared for Week 1
Gross-Matos (knee) does not have an injury designation ahead of Sunday's game against the Seahawks, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athleticreports.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos did not practice Wednesday or Friday, but he got in a limited session Thursday. That's enough for him to suit up, and he should have a rotational role along the San Francisco defensive line.
Sep 4, 2025
Limited in return to practice
Gross-Matos (knee) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.
ANALYSIS
It's a step in the right direction for the 2020 second-rounder, who was unable to practice Wednesday due to a lingering knee injury. His practice participation Friday will indicate his chances of playing in Sunday's regular-season opener against the Seahawks. Robert Beal, Bryce Huff and Sam Okuayinonu would be candidates to see an increased snap count at defensive end behind starters Nick Bosa and Mykel Williams if Gross-Matos is not cleared to play.
Sep 3, 2025
Working through knee issue
Gross-Matos (knee) did not participate in Wednesday's practice, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos opened training camp on the active/PUP list due to what was reported at the time as an undisclosed issue. He's no longer on the PUP list, but Wednesday's practice report revealed that the 2020 second-rounder has been working through a knee injury. Gross-Matos would need to return to practice in at least a limited capacity over the next two days to have a chance at playing in Sunday's regular-season opener against Seattle.
Aug 26, 2025
Activated from PUP list
Gross-Matos (undisclosed) was activated from the active/PUP list Tuesday.
ANALYSIS
It's unclear what Gross-Matos was dealing with while missing the entire training camp, but he should be back in the mix for the Week 1 matchup versus the Seahawks. Last season, the 2020 second-round pick posted 19 tackles and 4.0 sacks. Rookie first-round pick Mykel Williams (knee) is his primary competition for reps on the edge.
Jul 18, 2025
Sidelined to begin training camp
Gross-Matos (undisclosed) was placed on the active/PUP list Friday.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos was sidelined for long stretches of the 2024 season with a knee issue, though he did close the campaign healthy. He'll look to get back on the field early in camp, as he should be in line for a significant role as a pass rusher in 2025.
Jan 8, 2025
Records 4.0 sacks in 2024
Gross-Matos finished the 2024 season with 19 tackles (14 solo), including 4.0 sacks, across 11 games.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos signed a two-year, $18 million deal with the 49ers last March but suffered a knee injury in the preseason and ended up missing six of the first nine games with knee issues. Gross-Matos served a rotational role off the edge for San Francisco and logged three of his four sacks in a Week 14 drubbing of the Bears. Gross-Matos is slated to collect a sizable $7.39 million salary in 2025, which could be prohibitive to a Niners team that may look to revamp the roster after missing the playoffs. Gross-Matos was nearly invisible in the box score outside of that eruption versus Chicago.
Dec 9, 2024
Standout three-sack performance
Gross-Matos (knee) recorded four tackles (all solo) and three sacks in Sunday's 38-13 blowout win over the Bears.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos set a new personal best with a trio of sacks on Chicago's rookie signal-caller Caleb Williams. The 2020 second-round pick now has four sacks in four games since being activated from injured reserve in Week 11 against Seattle. Gross-Matos will continue to get extra run for as long as star DE Nick Bosa (oblique) remains sidelined.
Nov 17, 2024
Will play vs. Seahawks
Gross-Matos (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Seahawks, Lindsey Peters of the 49ers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos was a full practice participant all week and was activated from injured reserve Saturday. He'll boost the 49ers' depth at defensive end behind starters Leonard Floyd and Nick Bosa.
Nov 16, 2024
Activated from injured reserve
The 49ers activated Gross-Matos (knee) from injured reserve Saturday, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos has missed the Niners' past five games but has a chance to play Sunday against the Seahawks. In three appearances before his injury, Gross-Matos recorded one solo tackle and one QB hit across 81 defensive snaps.
Nov 15, 2024
Questionable for Week 11
Gross-Matos (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Seahawks, Lindsey Pallares of the 49ers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
While Gross-Matos has been tagged as questionable, he is trending towards being activated from injured reserve ahead of Sunday's game after logging full practices all week. If he's able to play Sunday, he'll serve in a rotational role at defensive end behind starters Nick Bosa (hip) and Leonard Flloyd.
Nov 13, 2024
Logs full practice Wednesday
Gross-Matos (knee) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Wednesday was Gross-Matos' first full practice since his 21-day practice window to return from injured reserve opened Nov. 6. If he's able to practice without limitations over the next two days, he could be activated off IR ahead of Sunday's game against the Seahawks.
Nov 8, 2024
Won't play Week 10
Gross-Matos (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Tampa Bay.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos has missed the 49ers' last four games while on injured reserve due to a knee injury he picked up in Week 4 against the Patriots. His 21-day practice window to return from IR opened Wednesday, but he won't play Sunday after logging limited practices all week. Gross-Matos will have to log consecutive full practices before being activated off IR, and his next chance at suiting up will be Week 11 against the Seahawks on Sunday, Nov. 17.
Nov 6, 2024
Designated to return
The 49ers designated Gross-Matos (knee) to return from injured reserve Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos has missed the 49ers' last four games after likely sustaining a knee injury in the team's Week 4 win over the Patriots. However, the opening his 21-day practice window Wednesday suggests that the 26-year-old is almost past the issue. Gross-Matos must still be activated to the 49ers' active roster to have a chance at suiting up in Week 10, when the team travels to Tampa Bay.
Oct 7, 2024
Has successful surgery
Gross-Matos underwent knee surgery Friday, Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos was placed on IR on Saturday, so he actually had the surgery before that, although it was not reported at the time. The Penn State product suffered the injury in Week 4 and is expected to miss 4-to-8 weeks, with his earliest availability being Week 10 against the Buccaneers.
Oct 5, 2024
Placed on IR with knee injury
The 49ers placed Gross-Matos (knee) on injured reserve Saturday, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos was unable to practice all week after injuring his knee in Week 4 against New England. The injury appears severe enough to warrant a multi-week absence for the 2020 second-round pick. Gross-Matos will be forced to sit out for at least four regular-season games, and the earliest he can return is Week 10 against Tampa Bay. Robert Beal will serve as the 49ers' main rotational edge rusher behind starters Nick Bosa and Leonard Floyd.
Oct 4, 2024
Missing Week 5
Gross-Matos (knee) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Cardinals, David Lombardi of The San Francisco Standard reports.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos played 40 total snaps (35 defensive and five on special teams) and recorded one tackle in Week 4's win over the Patriots, but it appears he sustained a knee injury in the process. The first-year 49er won't suit up in Week 5 after logging DNPs both Wednesday and Thursday, so expect Robert Beal to see additional work as San Francisco's top rotational edge rusher.
Sep 13, 2024
Returns to full practice Friday
Gross-Matos (knee) practiced in full Friday and doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's Week 2 matchup with the Vikings.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos didn't play against the Jets in Week 1 due to a knee injury that took place during San Francisco's preseason finale. He began this week as a non-participant in practice before advancing to a limited session Thursday and participating in full Friday. As such, Gross-Matos appears set to make his 2024 regular-season debut in Minnesota on Sunday.
Sep 12, 2024
Limited participant Thursday
Gross-Matos (knee) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos missed San Francisco's Week 1 win over the Jets, and he opened this week as a DNP on Wednesday. He was at least able to practice in some capacity Thursday, and his participation in Friday's session will provide a better sense on whether he will play in Week 2 against the Vikings.
Sep 11, 2024
Opens week as DNP
Gross-Matos (knee) did not practice Wednesday, Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos continues to work through a knee injury sustained Aug. 23 in the 49ers' preseason finale. He has yet to participate in practice since the injury and he was sidelined for the 49ers' Week 1 victory over the Jets on Monday. Gross-Matos will have two more chances to practice Thursday and Friday ahead of Week 2 against Minnesota.
Sep 7, 2024
Won't play Monday
Gross-Matos (knee) has been ruled out for Week 1 against the Jets, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos logged back-to-back DNP's to start the week, and his next chance at suiting up will be Week 2 against the Vikings on Sept. 15. With Gross-Matos sidelined, Robert Beal will be called upon to provide additional depth at defensive end Monday behind starters Nick Bosa and Leonard Floyd.
Sep 5, 2024
Misses practice Thursday
Gross-Matos (knee) did not practice Thursday, David Lombardi of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos injured his knee in the Aug. 23 preseason finale. Fellow veteran Leonard Floyd has been dealing with a knee issue of his own, and Drake Jackson (knee) was placed on reserve/PUP to open the year. The Niners' edge rushing depth will be tested if one of Floyd or Gross-Matos can't play Monday night against the Jets.
Aug 25, 2024
Avoids serious injury
Gross-Matos is considered week-to-week after injuring his knee in Friday's preseason game against Las Vegas, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos did not return to Friday's game after injuring his knee in the first quarter. Head coach Kyle Shanahan relayed Sunday that the injury isn't severe enough for Gross-Matos to start the regular season on injured reserve, per David Lombardi of The Athletic. However, given the week-to-week designation, Gross-Matos' status for Week 1 against the Jets is up in the air.
Aug 24, 2024
Won't return to exhibition finale
Gross-Matos (knee) has been ruled out from returning to Friday's preseason contest against the Raiders, Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos suffered a knee injury in the first quarter and was evaluated in the medical tent. Though he has been deemed out for the remainder of the exhibition game, he was seen "moving around OK on the sideline," per Matt Barrows of The Athletic, so he may have avoided a serious injury. Fellow defensive end Leonard Floyd also hurt his knee in the contest and was similarly moving around fine later in the game despite being ruled out.
Aug 23, 2024
Hurts knee in preseason finale
Gross-Matos suffered a knee injury in Friday's exhibition contest against Las Vegas and is questionable to return, Jennifer Lee Chan of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
ANALYSIS
The injury occurred in the first quarter when Gross-Matos' ankle got stuck as teammate De'Vondre Campbell tackled a ball carrier. One play later, fellow defensive end Leonard Floyd suffered a knee injury of his own and also had to leave the game. Both players have been deemed questionable to return, though considering the exhibition nature of the contest, it wouldn't be surprising if neither plays another down Friday.
Mar 14, 2024
Signs with San Francisco
The 49ers signed Gross-Matos to a two-year, $18 million contract Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos was the 38th overall pick in the 2019 NFL Draft by the Panthers but never developed into a top-end pass rusher off the edge in Carolina. He registered just 13 sacks across four seasons, including a career-best 4.5 in 2023. Perhaps new Niners DC Nick Sorensen can get more out of the 26-year-old.
Jan 15, 2024
Career high in sacks
Gross-Matos finished the regular season with 36 tackles (19 solo), including 4.5 sacks, in 12 games.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos posted a personal best in sacks despite missing a handful of games. The 2020 second-round pick is now slated to be an unrestricted free agent this offseason, making it unclear whether he'll return to the Panthers.
Jan 2, 2024
Adds another sack
Gross-Matos logged three total tackles (one solo), including one tackle for loss and 1.0 sack in Sunday's 26-0 loss to the Jaguars.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos was able to get after C.J. Beathard in Week 17, bringing his sack total up to 3.5 through 11 appearances this season. In the fourth-year pro's 11 appearance, he's recorded 31 total tackles, which includes six tackles for loss. Gross-Matos will look to get after Baker Mayfield in Week 18 and end the Panthers' season on a two-game sack streak.
Dec 17, 2023
Good to go versus Atlanta
Gross-Matos (knee) is active for Sunday's contest against the Falcons, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Gantt was a late addition to Friday's injury report after practicing in full the previous two sessions. The fourth-year linebacker has four tackles over his last two games after missing the previous five contests with a hamstring injury.
Dec 15, 2023
Questionable with knee injury
Gross-Matos (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game versus the Falcons.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos popped up on Carolina's injury report Friday after practicing in full Wednesday and Thursday, so he presumably picked up the knee issue at practice during the week. If he can't play in Week 15, one of Amare Barno (illness) or Marquis Haynes would likely start in Gross-Matos' place.
Dec 3, 2023
Suiting up Sunday
Gross-Matos (hamstring) is active ahead of Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
The 2020 second-round pick out of Penn State was activated off injured reserve Saturday, and he's now in line to appear in his first game since Week 6. Gross-Matos will start alongside Brian Burns in the Panthers' Week 13 contest, and the two will look to cause problems for Baker Mayfield.
Dec 2, 2023
Activated Saturday
The Panthers activated Gross-Matos (hamstring) off injured reserve Saturday, Mike Kaye of The Charlotte Observer reports.
ANALYSIS
Though Gross-Matos was activated to Carolina's active roster Saturday, he's still listed as questionable for Sunday's affair. The fourth-year linebacker had appeared in six games before suffering his hamstring injury, logging 14 total tackles, including three tackles for loss and 2.5 sacks. If Gross-Matos is able to suit up this weekend, he'll likely serve as a rotational outside linebacker.
Dec 1, 2023
Gets questionable tag for Sunday
Gross-Matos (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game at Tampa Bay.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos participated at practice only in a limited capacity the entire week, signaling he's truly questionable for Week 13. If he can't go, it would probably mean more snaps for 2022 sixth-rounder Amare Barno.
Nov 24, 2023
Won't be activated Week 12
Gross-Matos is out for Sunday's game against the Titans.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos' 21-day window to be activated from injured reserve was opened Thursday, but he won't return in Week 12. The linebacker was a limited participant in practice both Thursday and Friday. He will need to be officially activated from IR in order to play in Week 13 against the Buccaneers.
Nov 23, 2023
Nearing return
Gross-Matos (hamstring) was designated to return from injured reserve Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos will now have a 21-day window to practice with the team before needing to be added to the 53-man roster. He is eligible to return as soon as Sunday against Tennessee, but it may be unlikely for the Penn State product to suit up with limited time to practice. Assuming he misses, his next opportunity to play would be Week 13 against the Buccaneers.
Oct 24, 2023
Moved to IR
The Panthers placed Gross-Matos (hamstring) on injured reserve Tuesday.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos sustained the injury in the Panthers' Week 6 loss to the Dolphins. The fourth-year linebacker out of Penn State was up to 14 tackles (seven solo) including 2.5 sacks in six games before injuring his hamstring. He'll now have to miss at least the next four games and will be eligible to return in Week 12 against the Titans on Nov. 26.
Oct 15, 2023
Ruled out Sunday
Gross-Matos will not return to Sunday's game against the Dolphins due to a hamstring injury, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos had three tackles (one solo) before exiting. DJ Johnson is in line for more snaps at weakside linebacker behind starter Brian Burns for the rest of the contest.
Apr 25, 2023
Moving to OLB
Gross-Matos will move to outside linebacker with Carolina transitioning to a 3-4 defense, Steve Reed of the Associated Press reports.
ANALYSIS
New defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero is transitioning the Panthers' defensive scheme to a 3-4, compared to the 4-3 they had been running the past three seasons. Gross-Matos previously was listed as a defensive end and would only rush the passer under the prior scheme. Head coach Frank Reich insists that he will need to learn the new system and be prepared to drop back in coverage from time to time. Throughout his three year NFL career, Gross-Matos has racked up 106 tackles, 8.5 sacks and two forced fumbles in 43 appearances.
Aug 28, 2022
Makes tackle for loss
Gross-Matos finished with three tackles (two solo) and defended a pass in Friday's 21-0 preseason win over the Bills.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos' tackle tally included one stop for loss. The third-year defensive end played just over one-third of Carolina's snaps, gearing him up for a starting role heading into Week 1. In 14 games last year, including only two starts, Gross-Matos posted 28 tackles (18 solo), 3.5 sacks and one forced fumble.
Aug 2, 2022
Practicing with team
Gross-Matos (hamstring) has been practicing with the team, Joseph Person of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos was unavailable during OTAs while tending to a hamstring injury, but he has been active at training camp. The third-year-pro is a frontrunner to replace former starter Haason Reddick on the edge.
Jun 1, 2022
Dealing with hamstring injury
Gross-Matos is currently dealing with a hamstring injury and unavailable for practice, Jonathan M. Alexander of The Charlotte Observer reports.
ANALYSIS
Head coach Matt Rhule said Gross-Matos was out with a hamstring injury and did not offer a timetable for his return. The 24-year-old is set to be a starter at defensive end this season, looking to build off of his 2021-2022 campaign where he notched 28 tackles including 3.5 sacks while deflecting a pass and forcing a fumble over 14 contests.
Jan 11, 2022
Clears COVID protocols
Gross-Matos was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Tuesday, Aaron Wilson of Sportstalk 790 Houston reports.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos was unable to play in the Panthers' season finale against the Buccaneers, but now that he's cleared protocols he can return to the team facilities. In his second season, Matos finished with 28 tackles (18 solo), 3.5 sacks, a pass defensed and forced fumble across 14 games.
Jan 5, 2022
Placed on reserve/COVID-19 list
Gross-Matos (illness) was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday, Darin Gantt of Panthers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
The defensive end will now likely be unavailable for Week 18 against the Saints. Gross-Matos will need to clear league protocols before the weekend and if he can't, Marquis Haynes and Azur Kamara could play larger roles on Sunday.
Dec 20, 2021
Productive day versus Bills
Gross-Matos finished with five tackles, 2.5 sacks and a forced fumble in Sunday's 31-14 loss to the Bills.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos, a second-round pick last year, enjoyed his most disruptive performance as a pro, hitting opposing quarterback Josh Allen three times and jarring the ball loose once. Although the Panthers weren't able to recover that fumble, with 2.5 sacks Sunday, Gross-Matos matched his entire rookie-year total. The edge defender will now strive to build on his momentum over Carolina's final three contests.
Oct 10, 2021
Ready to go against Eagles
Gross-Matos (ankle) is active for Sunday's matchup against the Eagles, Darin Gannt of the Panthers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos logged full practices all week, but he still held a questionable tag heading into the Week 5 contest. He'll now return after a two-game absence and should serve in a rotational role along the defensive line. Across two contests this season, Gross-Matos recorded three total tackles.
Oct 6, 2021
Full participant in practice
Gross-Matos (ankle) was listed as a full participant for Wednesday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos missed the Panthers' last two games dealing with an ankle injury he suffered before Week 3. The defensive end will look to make his return Week 5 against the Eagles. If Gross-Matos is unable to play Sunday, expect Morgan Fox to see additional snaps.
Oct 3, 2021
To miss second straight
Gross-Matos (ankle) is inactive Week 4 against the Cowboys.
ANALYSIS
No surprises here, as the reserve defensive end entered the week with a "doubtful" tag. The next chance for Gross-Matos to suit up will be a home matchup against the Eagles in Week 5.
Sep 27, 2021
Unlikely to be available for Week 4
Coach Matt Rhule said Monday that it's doubtful Gross-Matos (ankle) is able to play against Dallas this weekend, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos didn't practice in any capacity before Thursday's contest, and he appears set on the same trajectory this week. The 23-year-old defensive end has played primarily in a reserve role this season, so his absence shouldn't affect the Panthers' defensive rotations.
Sep 22, 2021
Won't play Thursday
Gross-Matos (ankle) is ruled out for Thursday's contest against Houston.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos will miss his first game of the 2021 season due to an ankle injury. He didn't practice in any capacity this week.
Sep 21, 2021
Another missed practice
Gross-Matos (ankle) did not practice Tuesday, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos has now missed back-to-back practices leading up to a Thursday Night Football matchup against the Texans. The 2020 second-round pick's final chance to upgrade his activity level will come Wednesday, at which point his game designation for Week 3 will also be revealed. Coach Matt Rhule is reportedly not optimistic about Gross-Matos' chances of suiting up in Houston.
Jan 14, 2021
Completes rookie campaign
Gross-Matos finished the 2020 season with 24 tackles (nine solo), 2.5 sacks and one fumble forced in 12 games.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos was selected in the second round of last year's draft as the Panthers aimed to revamp their defense. While the 6'5, 265-pounder surely sports upside, his rookie season got off to a slow start, as he missed some time due to an ankle injury. Gross-Matos would return to start his final seven games, registering five quarterback hits over that span. He'll aim to build on that momentum in his second season.
Dec 28, 2020
Sack against Washington
Gross-Matos recorded a sack across 37 defensive snaps in Sunday's win over Washington.
ANALYSIS
The rookie got his second full sack of the season Sunday, as he now has 22 tackles (nine solo), 2.5 sacks and a forced fumble on the year. He'll look to finish his rookie campaign strong against the Saints on Sunday.
Dec 10, 2020
Back from COVID-19 list
The Panthers activated Gross-Matos (undisclosed) from the reserve/COVID-19 list Thursday, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos spent the Panthers' bye week on the COVID-19 list, but he'll be available for Sunday's game against the Broncos. The rookie second-round pick has handled a rotational role at defensive end since Week 10.
Nov 30, 2020
Moves to COVID list
The Panthers placed Gross-Matos on the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos either tested positive for the virus or came into close contact with an infected person. The Panthers are on bye in Week 13, so the rookie defensive end could return by the team's next game if he clears the league's COVID-19 protocol in time.
Nov 22, 2020
Suiting up Sunday
Gross-Matos (shoulder) is active for Sunday's game against the Lions, Bill Voth of the Panthers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos shook off a shoulder injury that kept him limited in practice, and he's expected to start at defensive end for a second straight game. The rookie second-round pick recorded five tackles in his first career start last week.
Nov 16, 2020
Posts five stops
Gross-Matos made five tackles (two solo) in Sunday's 46-23 loss to the Buccaneers.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos made his first career start with Stephen Weatherly (finger) on injured reserve, and he ended up logging a 61 percent snap share and a season high in tackles. The rookie second-rounder out of Penn State was drafted 38th overall in large part due to his pass-rushing ability, but he hasn't had much success in that arena yet, posting just one sack and four quarterback pressures through six games. He'll have two more games before Weatherly is eligible to return, though, so perhaps he can get into a rhythm with a consistent workload on tap.
Nov 15, 2020
In line for first career start
Gross-Matos will log his first career NFL start during Sunday's matchup against the Buccaneers, Jonathan M. Alexander of The Charlotte Observer reports.
ANALYSIS
With Stephen Weatherly (finger) having been officially placed on injured reserve Saturday afternoon, Gross-Matos garners an opportunity to prove himself at one of the Panthers' defensive end spots. Gross-Matos himself was just activated from IR on Nov. 7, after he was sidelined for three weeks due to an ankle issue. The second-round rookie from Penn State has notched one sack, seven tackles and a forced fumble through five appearances this season.
Nov 7, 2020
Officially activated
Gross-Matos (ankle) was activated off injured reserve Saturday, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos has been sidelined for the last three games while on IR, the minimum required. The rookie second-round pick has recorded six tackles, one QB hit and one forced fumble across 78 defensive snaps in four games this season.
Nov 5, 2020
Designated for return
Gross-Matos was designated to return from injured reserve Thursday.
ANALYSIS
The second-round rookie landed on injured reserve Oct. 15, and he has sat out each of the Panthers' past three contests as a result. Now having been designated for return, Gross-Matos has a 21-day window to resume practice before the team must either activate him to the 53-man roster or place him on season-ending IR. In four appearances between Weeks 1 and 5, the Penn State product recorded six tackles, one QB hit and one forced fumble on 78 combined defensive snaps.
Oct 16, 2020
Lands on injured reserve
Gross-Matos (ankle) was placed on injured reserve Friday.
ANALYSIS
The rookie second-round pick exited last Sunday's win over the Falcons with the ankle injury and was unable to practice this week, and he'll now miss at least the next three games while on injured reserve. It's unclear if Gross-Matos is expected to be sidelined beyond the three-game minimum. Stephen Weatherly and Marquis Haynes should see increased reps for the Panthers, especially with Brian Burns in the concussion protocol.
Oct 14, 2020
Ankle keeps him out of practice
Gross-Matos (ankle) isn't practicing Wednesday, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
The rookie second-rounder continues to be plagued by injuries, as he hurt his ankle last week against the Falcons after already battling an eye injury, concussion and illness this season. Gross-Matos is no stranger to missed practices and will hope to build up his practice participation as the week unfolds ahead of Sunday's game against the Bears.
Oct 5, 2020
Gets first sack
Gross-Matos made three solo tackles and forced a fumble on a sack in Sunday's 31-21 win over the Cardinals.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos stripped opposing quarterback Kyler Murray during the third quarter, not only making his first career sack in the process, but also setting up the Panthers for a scoring drive. Although the rookie second-rounder still only played 21 of 57 defensive snaps, his key play Sunday should inspire more confidence going forward.
Oct 2, 2020
Sheds injury tag
Gross-Matos (illness) does not have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Cardinals.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos logged a 'DNP/DNP/LP' practice slate this week while dealing with an illness, but his availability for Sunday's contest isn't in any danger. The rookie second-round pick is set to draw his usual start at defensive end.
Sep 30, 2020
Misses practice with illness
Gross-Matos (illness) didn't practice Wednesday, Myles Simmons of the Panthers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos has had some tough luck with his health this season, as he has already battled an eye injury and a concussion prior to this illness. Whether he's able to raise his practice participation as the week unfolds should help determine the rookie second-rounder's status for Sunday's game against the Cardinals.
Sep 25, 2020
Good to go Sunday
Gross-Matos (concussion) has cleared the league's concussion protocol and will play in Sunday's game versus the Chargers.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos fully participated in practice Thursday and Friday, and he's slated to start Sunday. The rookie second-rounder only played 16 snaps in the season opener. He should start seeing an uptick in reps moving forward, as he was a skilled pass rusher at Penn State with 17 sacks and 34.5 tackles for loss over his final two seasons.
Sep 24, 2020
Expected to play Sunday
Gross-Matos (concussion) was a full participant during Thursday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Even though Gross-Matos was a full participant, it still doesn't mean that he has cleared the league's concussion protocol. Per Alaina Getzenberg of The Charlotte Observer, coach Matt Rhule expects Gross-Matos to play Sunday against the Chargers, but in a backup role. Look for Stephen Weatherly or Marquis Haynes to draw the start at defensive end with Gross-Matos still recovering.
Sep 18, 2020
Ruled out for Week 2
Gross-Matos (concussion) is ruled out for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos will need more time before he's able to fully clear the league's five step-concussion protocol and retake the field. Stephen Weatherly and Marquis Haynes will likely handle increased defensive roles on Sunday, with Gross-Matos sidelined.
Sep 17, 2020
In concussion protocol
Gross-Matos is in the concussion protocol Thursday and will not practice, Myles Simmons of the Panthers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Gross-Matos took a hit in the eye during Wednesday's practice, per Simmons, and he subsequently developed concussion symptoms. In the event that he fails to clear fully clear the league's five-step concussion protocol in time to suit against the Buccaneers in Week 2, Stephen Weatherly and Marquis Haynes would be in line to handle increased roles.
Sep 16, 2020
Limited with eye injury
Gross-Matos (eye) was limited in Wednesday's practice, Alaina Getzenberg of The Charlotte Observer reports.
ANALYSIS
It's encouraging that Gross-Matos was at least able to practice in some capacity, though the exact nature of his eye injury is unknown at this time. The rookie pass rusher will hope to make a bigger impact against Tampa Bay in Week 2 after recording only one tackle in his debut last week.
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