A few more details have emerged regarding the status of Carolina Panthers outside linebacker DJ Johnson.
Johnson was added to the Week 18 injury report this afternoon, just two days ahead of the team’s regular-season finale against the Atlanta Falcons, due to personal reasons. The second-year defender, who did not participate in practice on Friday, was also ruled out of the contest.
Head coach Dave Canales told reporters following the session that Johnson was involved in a car accident and underwent evaluation. The evaluation, per a team spokesman, determined that 26-year-old sustained a concussion.
Per Panthers spokesperson: DJ Johnson sustained a concussion in a two-car accident Thursday on Rama Rd. in south Charlotte. Was not transported by emergency medical personnel.
Panthers placed Johnson on the non-football injury list today.— Joe Person (@josephperson) January 3, 2025
As noted by Joe Person of The Athletic, the Panthers have now placed Johnson on the non-football injury list—officially ending his 2024 campaign.