The Panthers ruled left guard Damien Lewis, nose tackle Shy Tuttle, and special teamer Lonnie Johnson out for Sunday's game against the Bengals.

The starting wideout was held out of Thursday's practice because of a groin issue, plus updates on the rest of the roster.

The veteran nose tackle hasn't practiced this week. Three other players are listed as questionable for the trip to Las Vegas.

The veteran nose tackle did not participate Thursday, but he was the only player who didn't participate for injury reasons.

The team practiced without A'Shawn Robinson and Shy Tuttle Wednesday, as the team prepared for this week's game against the Raiders.

Punter Johnny Hekker and four offensive players are listed as questionable this week, the only players receiving game status designations.

Punter Johnny Hekker and outside linebacker Jadeveon Clowney were limited participants Thursday after missing Wednesday's practice.

Punter Johnny Hekker and outside linebacker Jadeveon Clowney did not participate in Wednesday's practice as they prepare for the Chargers.

The Panthers won't have veterans Tommy Tremble and Ian Thomas for the opener against the Saints this week.

The Panthers were without veterans Tommy Tremble and Ian Thomas during Thursday's practice in preparation for the opener against the Saints.

Tommy Tremble and Ian Thomas did not participate in Wednesday's practice in advance of this week's trip to New Orleans.