New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers had a slow start at a joint practice with the Carolina Panthers but managed to lead a successful touchdown drive during a two-minute drill. Despite throwing two interceptions early in practice, Rodgers improved his performance and connected with receiver Garrett Wilson for a touchdown pass.
The Panthers experienced a brief scare when guard Robert Hunt appeared to injure his knee, but he later returned to practice. Running back Chuba Hubbard also sustained a collision with a Jets safety after slipping on the grass, causing concern for the team. Hubbard did not return to practice, with Miles Sanders and Mike Boone taking over at running back.
Tensions escalated during 11-on-11 drills when Panthers wide receiver Terrace Marshall Jr. celebrated a touchdown by dropping the ball on a Jets cornerback, leading to unsportsmanlike conduct penalties and a shoving match between players from both teams. Panthers coach Dave Canales emphasized the need for disciplined play and avoiding such incidents in the future.
While Rodgers excelled during the final drive, completing all four passes, Panthers quarterback Bryce Young rebounded from a rough practice the day before, showing accuracy and composure. The teams are set to face each other in a preseason game, with undecided plans on playing starters.
Injury updates for the Panthers include cornerback Dane Jackson expected to miss six weeks with a hamstring injury, safety Xavier Woods out for a few weeks with a groin issue, and potential absence for offensive lineman Chandler Zavala due to a hamstring injury sustained during practice.