Jaycee Horn is an integral part of the Carolina Panthers' long-term plans. He's a franchise cornerstone who cemented his status among the league's best shutdown cornerbacks last season. He's riding on the crest of a wave, but one concerning development left fans breathing a collective sigh of relief.
There was no sign of Horn on the field for joint practice against the Cleveland Browns. Most reporters in attendance thought he might be getting a veteran rest day, but it was something completely different.
Jaycee Horn was involved in a car accident en route to Carolina Panthers practice
The Panthers confirmed that Horn wouldn't practice after being involved in a car accident on his way to practice.