Cam Newton to make 2017 preseason debut Thursday

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Panthers coach Ron Rivera is chomping at the bit to get his full contingent of offensive players on the football field. That might just happen this week.

Quarterback Cam Newton and wide receiver Curtis Samuel, the team’s rookie second-round draft pick, are on pace to play Thursday night against the Jacksonville Jaguars after missing the first two preseason games rehabbing from injuries.

Two-time All-Pro center Ryan Kalli also practiced Monday after sitting out two games with a shoulder injury and could play.