Justin Faulk (lower body) participated in practice Monday but wore a yellow non-contact jersey while doing so, Chip Alexander of the Raleigh News & Observer reports.

Faulk (lower body) participated in practice Monday but wore a yellow non-contact jersey while doing so, Chip Alexander of the Raleigh News & Observer reports.

Analysis:

Faulk hasn't returned to the lineup since getting injured during practice on Feb. 12, but took a step in the right direction Monday by practicing in a non-contact fashion. He will need to shed that jersey before there are any talks about a potential return, so expect another update when that occurs.