The Panthers defense has been put through the wringer in terms of injuries, and it's leading to a "frustrating" inconsistency on the field. 

The Panthers had been able to run the ball well in recent weeks, but the early deficit and the Washington defense kept them from leaning on that during a difficult day.

First-quarter mistakes on offense led to an early deficit, and the Panthers did not recover as they slid to 1-6 on the season.

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The Panthers had a long list of injuries this week, and that reflected in their inactive list for Sunday's game against the Commanders.

The team activated cornerback Dane Jackson from injured reserve and signed defensive tackle T.J. Smith from the practice squad to the active roster, among other moves.

The Panthers are taking their resurgent ground game to DC to face on one of the NFL's best offenses, with a reworked defense. 

Jadeveon Clowney said he doesn't anticipate playing this weekend, but Panthers are remaining both hopeful and patient with their veteran pass-rusher. Plus updates on Diontae Johnson.

The Panthers will be without at least three defensive starters against Washington, and outside linebacker Jadeveon Clowney is doubtful.

He said he was "naturally shy" as a kid, but he was naturally a left tackle in college. He's adapted from both of those, as he learned to be the signal-caller in the middle of the Panthers offensive line.

As the Panthers prepare for the Washington Commanders, Ejiro Evero previews Jayden Daniels and updates the progression of Caleb Farley. Plus more celebrations planned from Legette.