Jonathan Stewart was carted off the field in the first half of the Carolina Panthers' matchup against the New York Jets, and the team later announced he was out for the night with an ankle injury. X-rays came back negative after the game, but Stewart will not play against the Pittsburgh Steelers this Thursday.
Jonathan Stewart Carted Off Field With Ankle Injury Sunday: Fantasy Implications
Jonathan Stewart was carted off the field in New York with an ankle injury Sunday night. We break down the fantasy implications.
Analysis: Fantasy owners, along with the entire Panther nation, held their breath when Stewart went down. He was seen on crutches after the game, but the good news is the ankle doesn't have any major problems. The 25-year-old running back just signed a huge contract this offseason after coming off a great season in 2011. Stewart became a big factor in the passing game, catching 47 passes from Cam Newton. The Panthers backfield is crowded, but DeAngelo Williams becomes the main beneficiary of any extra work if Stewart is forced to miss regular season action. Keep an eye on his status for now.
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