The Carolina Panthers were not prepared to lose their starting inside linebacker. That leaves general manager Dan Morgan playing a dangerous game that could jeopardize the team's chances in 2025.
Josey Jewell chose to prioritize his health, making the tough decision to step away from football. The 30-year-old linebacker suffered a concussion in Week 16 of the 2024 season. Pushing an unfortunate, but familiar button for a franchise that saw Luke Kuechly step away at the age of 28 for similar reasons.
Morgan knows football is a brutal game better than anyone else, but these circumstances are unforeseen.