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Joe Haden (shoulder) is inactive for Sunday's matchup against the Panthers.

Haden (shoulder) is inactive for Sunday's matchup against the Panthers.

Analysis:

Haden suffered the injury in Week 15 and despite returning to practice Friday, the veteran will not suit up for the afternoon contest. As a result, safety Jordan Poyer will step into a starting role, per Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal. The depleted secondary could result in a big day for Cam Newton and the Carolina receivers.

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