Panthers Jonathan Stewart Will Not Play Against Falcons

Jonathan Stewart will not play against the Falcons in Atlanta this week, coach Ron Rivera confirmed Thursday.

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Stewart was forced to leave the game against the Falcons two weeks ago, when he suffered a sprained foot. He did not suit up against the Giants last week.

The Panthers will likely use rookie Cameron Artis-Payne and Fozzy Whittaker while Stewart is out.