Hekker (back) is active for Sunday's game against the Chargers, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports. After not practicing Wednesday due to a back injury, Hekker was limited Thursday and a full participant Friday, so his active status isn't surprising. During Carolina's Week 1 blowout loss to the Saints, Hekker punted five times for 191 yards, including a long of 53.
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Team
Carolina Panthers
Birthdate
2/8/1990 (34)
Status
Active
HT/WT
6'5", 245 lbs
Birthplace
Bothell, WA, USA
Position
P
College
Oregon State
Experience
13 seasons
Career History
Carolina Panthers
2022-Present
(3 seasons)
Los Angeles Rams
2016-2022
(6 seasons)
Hekker (back) is active for Sunday's game against the Chargers, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports. After not practicing Wednesday due to a back injury, Hekker was limited Thursday and a full participant Friday, so his active status isn't surprising. During Carolina's Week 1 blowout loss to the Saints, Hekker punted five times for 191 yards, including a long of 53.