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2019 Fantasy Stats
   PassingRushingReceivingRetMiscFumFantasy
WkOppResultsYdsTDIntYdsTDRecYdsTDTDFumTD2PTLostPts
1LA
Loss, 27-30
-----436-----7.60
2TB
Loss, 14-20
-----6110-----17.00
3@ARI
Win, 38-20
-----6752----25.50
4@HOU
Win, 16-10
-----25-----2.50
5JAX
Win, 34-27
------------0.00
6@TB
Win, 37-26
-----452-----9.20
7Bye  ------------0.00
8@SF
Loss, 13-51
-----213-----3.30
9TEN
Win, 30-20
-----340-----7.00
10@GB
Loss, 16-24
-----898-----17.80
11ATL
Loss, 3-29
-----557-----10.70
12@NO
Loss, 31-34
-----544-----9.40
13WAS
Loss, 21-29
-----322-----5.20
14@ATL
Loss, 20-40
------------0.00
15SEA
Loss, 24-30
------------0.00
16@IND
Loss, 6-38
-----233-----5.30
17NO
Loss, 10-42
-----212-----3.20
2019 Fantasy Stats
  RushingReceivingFumFantasy
WkOppYdsTDYdsTDLostPts
1LA,
L 27-30
--36--7.60
2TB,
L 14-20
--110--17.00
3@ARI,
W 38-20
--752-25.50
4@HOU,
W 16-10
--5--2.50
5JAX,
W 34-27
-----0.00
6@TB,
W 37-26
--52--9.20
7Bye-----0.00
8@SF,
L 13-51
--13--3.30
9TEN,
W 30-20
--40--7.00
10@GB,
L 16-24
--98--17.80
11ATL,
L 3-29
--57--10.70
12@NO,
L 31-34
--44--9.40
13WAS,
L 21-29
--22--5.20
14@ATL,
L 20-40
-----0.00
15SEA,
L 24-30
-----0.00
16@IND,
L 6-38
--33--5.30
17NO,
L 10-42
--12--3.20
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News

  • Expected to retire or join new team

    Olsen doesn't anticipate playing another season for the Panthers, Joe Person of The Athletic reports. "I just think sometimes the writing's on the wall," Olsen said. "There hasn't been anything officially."

    Analysis: Olsen has one season remaining on his contract, but the Panthers will save $8.1 million against the 2020 salary cap if he's cut or traded. There's also some chance Olsen opts for retirement, as he'll turn 35 in March after battling foot injuries and a concussion over the past few years. For what it's worth, Panthers teammate Chris Hogan said his conversations with Olsen suggest the tight end wants to continue his NFL career. Regardless of how it happens, a departure from Carolina could free up…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 30 at 6:57am by Rotowire.com
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  • Good to go

    Olsen (knee) has no injury designation for Sunday's game against the Saints.

    Analysis: Olsen missed Weeks 14 and 15 due to a concussion and was scaled back to 57 percent of snaps in his return to the lineup last week in Indianapolis. He may be healthy enough to handle an every-down role, but that doesn't necessarily mean the Panthers will use him in that capacity. Ian Thomas could split snaps with Olsen for a second straight week.

    Published: Fri, Dec 27 at 10:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited Thursday

    Olsen (knee) was limited at Thursday's practice, Steve Reed of the Associated Press reports.

    Analysis: Sidelined Weeks 14 and 15 due to a concussion, Olsen returned to action this past Sunday at Indianapolis, hooking up with first-time starting QB Will Grier twice for 33 yards on five targets. The veteran tight end came out of the contest with a knee injury, which so far has capped his reps this week. Olsen will attempt to ditch the issue entirely by the release of Friday's practice report.

    Published: Thu, Dec 26 at 11:47am by Rotowire.com
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  • Slowed by knee issue

    Olsen was listed as a limited participant on the Panthers' estimated practice report Wednesday due to a knee injury, Alaina Getzenberg of The Charlotte Observer reports.

    Analysis: Olsen was sidelined for Weeks 14 and 15 while recovering from a concussion, but the Panthers' latest practice report reveals that he's contending with a new concern heading into Sunday's season finale against the Saints. The fact that the Panthers didn't list him as a non-participant on their report bodes well for his chances of being available once the weekend arrives.

    Published: Wed, Dec 25 at 1:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Snags two passes in return

    Olsen caught two of five passes for 33 yards during Sunday's 38-6 loss to Indianapolis.

    Analysis: Following a two-game absence with a concussion, Olsen made a big 28-yard reception up the seam midway through the first quarter. He was quiet after that as rookie Will Grier had more downs than ups in his career debut. Olsen had a solid outing against Week 17's opponent, New Orleans, during their Week 12 matchup, snagging five passes for 44 yards. Unless Grier takes a step in his second game, however, Olsen may have trouble matching that output in the season finale.

    Published: Sun, Dec 22 at 3:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready to return

    Olsen (concussion) has no injury designation for Sunday's game in Indianapolis.

    Analysis: Olsen cleared the NFL's concussion protocol at the beginning of the week, setting the stage for a return to the lineup after two missed games. His presence pushes Ian Thomas back to a reserve role, though it isn't out of the question for the Panthers to reduce Olsen's workload over the final two weeks of the season. The 34-year-old tight end played at least 78 percent of snaps on offense in each of Carolina's first 11 games, before the concussion knocked him out early in a Week 13 loss to…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 20 at 10:05am by Rotowire.com
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  • Clears concussion protocol

    Olsen said Monday that he cleared the NFL's concussion protocol, Steve Reed of the Associated Press reports.

    Analysis: Though he was able to practice on a limited basis last week, Olsen ultimately was inactive for a second straight game in Sunday's 30-24 loss to the Seahawks. His removal from the protocol implies that he received clearance from an independent neurologist at some point since Friday's practice, so he should be available next weekend in Indianapolis. Olsen's impending return to the lineup should result in a decreased role for Ian Thomas, who started at tight end the past two weeks.

    Published: Mon, Dec 16 at 10:05am by Rotowire.com
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  • Out for another game

    Olsen (concussion) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Seattle, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Olsen was limited at practice Wednesday through Friday, unable to advance to full participation. His absence should lead to another start for Ian Thomas, who caught five of 10 targets for 57 yards and a touchdown in last week's 40-20 loss to Atlanta while logging 86 percent of the offensive snaps.

    Published: Fri, Dec 13 at 9:50am by Rotowire.com
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  • Practicing Friday

    Olsen (concussion) took part in Friday's practice, Alaina Getzenberg of The Charlotte Observer reports.

    Analysis: Olsen still hasn't cleared the league's concussion protocol, but he was able to practice on a limited basis all three days this week. That activity bodes well for his chances of returning to action Sunday against the Seahawks if an independent neurologist is willing to sign off on his availability.

    Published: Fri, Dec 13 at 8:21am by Rotowire.com
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  • Still in protocol

    Interim coach Perry Fewell said Thursday that Olsen remains in the NFL's concussion protocol, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Olsen has maintained his on-field activity (limited) in back-to-back practices to start Week 15 prep, per Alaina Getzenberg of The Charlotte Observer. Whenever he reaches the fifth and final phase of the protocol, an independent neurologist will have to clear Olsen of symptoms before he can take part in game action. Whether or not that occurs this week remains to be seen, but Ian Thomas and Chris Manhertz are prepared to man tight end in the event of another DNP from Olsen.

    Published: Thu, Dec 12 at 11:43am by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs another practice

    Olsen (concussion) practiced again Thursday, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Olsen was limited at Wednesday's practice, so we'll have to see if that was the case again Thursday, or if the tight end graduated to full participation. As of Wednesday, Olsen remained in the NFL's concussion protocol, but his ability to log back-to-back practices suggests that he's headed in the right direction as Sunday's game against the Seahawks approaches.

    Published: Thu, Dec 12 at 9:27am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited participant Wednesday

    Olsen (concussion) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Olsen was concussed Week 13 against the Redskins when he incurred a helmet-to-helmet hit from linebacker Ryan Anderson. He proceeded to miss every practice last week before being ruled out for this past Sunday's game in Atlanta. Interim coach Perry Fewell told Joe Person of The Athletic that Olsen remains in the concussion protocol as of Wednesday. Nonetheless, the veteran tight end has taken a step in the right direction with three games remaining on the schedule.

    Published: Wed, Dec 11 at 11:51am by Rotowire.com
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  • Goes through individual drills

    Olsen (concussion) is participating in individual drills during Wednesday's practice, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Though Olsen sat out Sunday's 40-20 loss to the Falcons, he at least took a step forward in the Panthers' last practice of that week by working out off to the side. His ability to put in some individual work Wednesday marks another step forward, giving him at least some chance to play this weekend versus the Seahawks. If Olsen is unable to clear the NFL's five-step concussion protocol, Ian Thomas would operate as Carolina's top pass-catching tight end.

    Published: Wed, Dec 11 at 10:06am by Rotowire.com
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  • Ruled out for Week 14

    Olsen (concussion) won't play in Sunday's game against the Falcons, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: With a playoff berth out of the question for Carolina, there was never much chance of Olsen rushing back into action just one week after he suffered a concussion. He was able to get in some work on the side while the Panthers practiced Friday, so a return for a Week 15 game against Seattle is at least a possibility. Ian Thomas should get most of the snaps at tight end for Carolina in Week 14.

    Published: Fri, Dec 6 at 10:01am by Rotowire.com
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  • Trending toward Week 14 absence

    Olsen (concussion) was spotted working out off to the side Friday and wasn't participating with the main group during the Panthers' practice session, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: While Rodrigue notes that Olsen's activity marks a step forward compared to what he was able to do the previous two days, the tight end is still likely to be listed as a non-participant for the third straight practice. The Panthers will provide an official injury designation for Olsen later Friday, but even if he gets a questionable tag, he seems unlikely to clear the five-step concussion protocol ahead of Sunday's game in Atlanta.

    Published: Fri, Dec 6 at 8:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • Spectator for practice

    Olsen (concussion) isn't participating in Thursday's practice, Alaina Getzenberg of The Charlotte Observer reports.

    Analysis: Though he was present at the Panthers' facility, Olsen hasn't progressed enough from the head injury he suffered in the Week 13 loss to the Redskins to even take part in non-contact work. The tight end will likely need to demonstrate meaningful progress in the Panthers' final practice of the week Friday or he'll be at major risk of missing his first game of the season Sunday in Atlanta.

    Published: Thu, Dec 5 at 9:19am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not practicing Wednesday

    Olsen (concussion) isn't participating in Wednesday's practice, Max Henson of the Panthers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Olsen was forced out of Sunday's loss to the Redskins after suffering a concussion following a helmet-to-helmet hit in the third quarter, so his lack of participation to kick off Week 14 doesn't come as much of a surprise. Before returning to action, the veteran tight end will need to fully clear the league's five-step concussion protocol. Ian Thomas should step into a starting role in the event Olsen is forced to miss this weekend's game against the Falcons.

    Published: Wed, Dec 4 at 10:33am by Rotowire.com
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  • Diagnosed with concussion

    Olsen entered the concussion protocol and won't return to Sunday's game against the Redskins, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Olsen took a helmet-to-helmet hit from Washington linebacker Ryan Anderson in the third quarter. The tight end remained on the ground for a bit before going to the blue sideline tent and eventually the locker room. With a concussion diagnosis, Olsen will be subject to the protocol for head injuries before he'll be able to get back on the field. Chris Manhertz and Ian Thomas are the next TEs up for the Panthers.

    Published: Sun, Dec 1 at 12:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Catches five passes

    Olsen caught five of seven targets for 44 yards in Sunday's 34-31 loss to the Saints.

    Analysis: Olsen placed third on the Panthers in all major receiving categories. Although Sunday's performance only produced a modest yardage total, Olsen has now hauled in at least five passes in three straight games. Next up for the veteran is a matchup against a Redskins defense that's allowed the eighth-most passing touchdowns this season.

    Published: Mon, Nov 25 at 6:40am by Rotowire.com
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  • Solid afternoon against Dirty Birds

    Olsen hauled in all five of his targets for 57 receiving yards during Sunday's 29-3 loss to the Falcons.

    Analysis: The veteran tight end was more than a "safety blanket" option for his young quarterback Kyle Allen in Week 11, tearing off gains of 15 and 26 yards in the passing game -- the second of which helped set up Carolina for its only score of the afternoon. Olsen is starting to look like the matchup-winning option he proved to be early on in the season, combining for 13 catches and 155 yards over his past two outings after averaging just 2.5 receptions and 27.5 yards per game between Weeks 4 and 8.…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 17 at 2:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Records 98 receiving yards

    Olsen caught eight of 10 targets for 98 yards during Sunday's 24-16 loss to the Packers.

    Analysis: Olsen drew double-digit targets for the first time this season and hauled in 80 percent of his looks as he finished behind only D.J. Moore in receiving yards. It was a welcome sight for Olsen's fantasy owners, considering he'd topped 50 receiving yards just once over the last five games. The veteran clearly still has the potential to excel in good matchups and will look to do just that next Sunday at home against the Falcons.

    Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 10:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Catches three passes

    Olsen caught three of five targets for 40 yards in Sunday's 30-20 win over the Titans.

    Analysis: Olsen's output included a catch of 23 yards, marking his longest gain since Week 2. However, it overall was another mediocre display from a fantasy perspective, as Olsen hasn't topped 55 yards or scored a touchdown since Week 3 -- the week Kyle Allen took over under center. In eight games, Olsen now sports 27 receptions on 45 targets for 331 yards and two scores.

    Published: Mon, Nov 4 at 6:48am by Rotowire.com
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  • Shut down during Week 8 drubbing

    Olsen caught both of his targets for 13 receiving yards during Sunday's 51-13 loss to the 49ers.

    Analysis: The veteran tight end's production has taken a substantial dip since a red-hot start, as he has been held scoreless while averaging two catches for 17.5 yards per game over his past four appearances, after putting up 16 catches for 221 yards and two touchdowns between Weeks 1 and 3. Olsen was dealing with a back injury through the latter stages of September, but he appears recovered as the Panthers prepare for an upcoming matchup against a Titans defense that's tied for the third-most receiving…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 27 at 7:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Bounces back in London win

    Olsen secured four of seven targets for 52 yards in the Panthers' 37-26 win over the Buccaneers on Sunday.

    Analysis: Olsen enjoyed a solid game after getting shut out altogether Week 5 against the Texans. The veteran tight end checked in second only to D.J. Moore in targets for the Panthers on the afternoon, sending him into a Week 7 bye on a positive note.

    Published: Sun, Oct 13 at 11:31am by Rotowire.com
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  • Held without catch in win

    Olsen did not haul in either of his targets in the Panthers' Week 5 win against the Jaguars.

    Analysis: Olsen occupied a limited role in the team's offense for the second consecutive game, combining to command just six targets in the two contests. Like most of the team's other skill-position players -- excluding Christian McCaffrey -- Olsen has been hurt by Kyle Allen taking over under center. However, when he's gotten involved, Olsen has still shown plenty of flashes of ability by averaging 12.6 yards per reception and finding the end zone twice in five games this season. He'll look to play a…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 6 at 6:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Frustrated in upset win

    Olsen secured two of four targets for five yards in the Panthers' 16-10 win over the Texans on Sunday.

    Analysis: Olsen appeared to be open on a couple of additional occasions but went unnoticed by second-year quarterback Kyle Allen. The veteran tight end didn't seem encumbered by the back troubles that had previously plagued him, yet both his receptions and receiving yardage were easily season-worst figures. Olsen will look to get back to his customary level of production when the Panthers take on the Jaguars in Week 5.

    Published: Sun, Sep 29 at 1:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready to play

    Olsen (back) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game in Houston, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: This is actually a step forward from last week, when Olsen was listed as questionable before catching six passes for 75 yards and two touchdowns against the Cardinals. His back injury may require management of practice reps, but it hasn't kept the tight end off the field on game days so far. The Texans have allowed 90 yards to TEs this season, facing Jared Cook, James O'Shaughnessy and Virgil Green. Initial feedback suggests the change from Cam Newton (foot) to Kyle Allen at quarterback isn't a…read more

    Published: Fri, Sep 27 at 10:13am by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets 'limited' tag Thursday

    Olsen (back) was listed as limited on Thursday's injury report, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Olsen is a bit behind last week's practice schedule (LP/FP/FP), but the Panthers don't seem to be worried about his availability for Sunday's game, which will be clarified on the team's final practice report Friday. Despite the foot injury that has forced Cam Newton to the sideline, Olsen didn't miss a beat during a Week 3 win at Arizona, hauling in six of seven passes from Kyle Allen for 75 yards and two touchdowns.

    Published: Thu, Sep 26 at 10:47am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited again by back

    Olsen (back) was limited at Wednesday's practice, Steve Reed of the Associated Press reports.

    Analysis: Olsen is tending to a back issue for a third consecutive week. In the first two, he put together back-to-back six-catch outings in which he produced 185 yards and two touchdowns on 16 targets. Assuming he takes the field again Sunday in Houston, Olsen will look to be the first tight end to break through against a Texans defense that has allowed just eight catches for 76 yards to the position through three games.

    Published: Wed, Sep 25 at 12:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds end zone twice in win

    Olsen caught six of seven targets for 75 yards and two touchdowns in Sunday's 38-20 win over the Cardinals.

    Analysis: The switch at quarterback from Cam Newton (foot) to Kyle Allen injected some life in the Panthers' passing game, and Olsen was the biggest beneficiary, leading the team in catches and yards and tying Curtis Samuel for the lead in targets. The TDs were the first of the season for the veteran tight end, but Olsen has a strong 16 catches for 221 yards through three games, and he should remain productive regardless of who is under center for Carolina -- so long as he can stay healthy himself.

    Published: Sun, Sep 22 at 4:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Playing Week 3

    Olsen (back) is listed as active Sunday at Arizona, Max Henson of the Panthers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Olsen's practice reps have been impacted the last two weeks due to a back injury, but his ability to fit in every rep in the last two Week 3 sessions forecast the Panthers' decision with his availability. He'll look to become the third TE to strike against the Cardinals defense in as many games (T.J. Hockenson went for 6-131-1 in Week 1, while Mark Andrews had 8-112-1 last Sunday).

    Published: Sun, Sep 22 at 11:39am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expects to play

    Olsen (back) anticipates playing in Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Olsen is listed as questionable, despite upgrading to full practice participation Friday. His availability doesn't seem to truly be in question, but cautious fantasy owners will want to check back in to be sure before Sunday's 4:05 p.m. ET kickoff. Kyle Allen is filling in for Cam Newton (foot) at quarterback for Carolina.

    Published: Fri, Sep 20 at 1:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Technically listed as questionable

    Olsen (back) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game in Arizona, Brendan Marks of The Charlotte Observer reports.

    Analysis: Olsen was a limited practice participant Thursday and a full participant Friday. He played through the same back injury last week, catching six of nine targets for 110 yards in a 20-14 loss to the Buccaneers. The tight end should be fine for Week 3, but cautious fantasy owners will want to check in to be sure before Sunday's 4:05 p.m. ET kickoff in the desert. Kyle Allen is filling in for Cam Newton (foot) at quarterback.

    Published: Fri, Sep 20 at 11:51am by Rotowire.com
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  • Puts in full practice Thursday

    Olsen (back) was a full practice participant Thursday, Brendan Marks of The Charlotte Observer reports.

    Analysis: Olsen's back issue limited his practice reps Wednesday, but it didn't stop him from managing all of them one day later. With the back issue in the rearview mirror, he can turn his attention to Sunday's game in Arizona, whose defense has been torched by tight ends T.J. Hockenson (6-131-1 on nine targets) and Mark Andrews (8-112-1 on nine targets) so far this season.

    Published: Thu, Sep 19 at 10:35am by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as limited Wednesday

    Olsen (back) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Olsen seems to be in a better spot, health-wise, than he was Week 2, when he followed a DNP/DNP/FP practice regimen before suiting up for last Thursday's matchup with the Buccaneers. In that contest, he flashed his Pro Bowl self from a few seasons ago, recording six catches (on nine targets) for 110 yards. His back issue is still bothering him, but a limited showing to kick off this week is putting him in line to play Sunday at Arizona.

    Published: Wed, Sep 18 at 11:45am by Rotowire.com
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  • Impresses in Week 2 loss

    Olsen (back) brought in six of nine targets for 110 yards in the Panthers' 20-14 loss to the Buccaneers on Thursday.

    Analysis: Olsen was in vintage form despite coming in with a nagging back issue, pacing the Panthers in receiving yards on the night. The veteran tight end's 100-yard effort was his first since Week 15 of the 2017 season, with his 2018 campaign having been cut short by a foot injury. Olsen has now been targeted nine times apiece in each of the first two games, certainly an encouraging development for his fantasy prospects. He'll look to continue as involved versus the Cardinals in a Week 3 road matchup a…read more

    Published: Thu, Sep 12 at 10:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Suiting up Thursday

    Olsen (back) is listed as active Thursday against the Buccaneers, Max Henson of the Panthers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Emerging from the season opener with a back injury, Olsen followed a DNP/DNP/FP practice regimen this week but still was given a questionable label for this contest. On Tuesday, he expressed optimism about his ability to suit up, and indeed that came to pass. Look for Olsen to handle the vast majority of the TE reps for the Panthers versus a Tampa Bay defense that allowed the 49ers' George Kittle to go for 8-54-0 on 10 targets Week 1.

    Published: Thu, Sep 12 at 3:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable for Thursday night

    Olsen (back) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Buccaneers, Brendan Marks of The Charlotte Observer reports.

    Analysis: Olsen practiced in full Wednesday after being held out of Tuesday's session. The veteran tight end picked up the back injury during Carolina's season-opening loss to the Rams, but said Tuesday that he expects to suit up for the Week 2 matchup. If Olsen gets the green light to play, he'll presumably handle a normal workload as Carolina's starting tight end.

    Published: Wed, Sep 11 at 9:43am by Rotowire.com
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  • Intends to play Thursday

    Olsen (back) said he expects to play in Thursday's game against the Buccaneers, NFL.com reports.

    Analysis: Olsen commented on his Week 2 status after he failed to practice Tuesday, per Joe Person of The Athletic. The Panthers' quick turnaround for the matchup likely factored into Olsen's absence from the first practice session of the week, as he's just two days removed from sustaining the back injury in the season-opening loss to the Rams. Olsen still went on to play all but four of the Panthers' offensive snaps in that contest and would presumably start and handle a full workload again Thursday if…read more

    Published: Tue, Sep 10 at 11:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not seen at practice

    Olsen (back) wasn't spotted on the field at Tuesday's practice, Bill Voth of the Panthers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Unless Olsen put in some on-field work in the portion of the session that wasn't open to the media, he'll likely go down as a non-participant in the Panthers' first official practice of Week 2. News of Olsen's back injury didn't surface until after Sunday's 30-27 loss to the Rams, as he wasn't forced to leave early while playing 63 of the Panthers' 67 offensive snaps and hauling in four of nine targets for 36 yards. He'll face a quick turnaround for Week 2 with Carolina taking on Tampa Bay in…read more

    Published: Tue, Sep 10 at 9:05am by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with back injury

    Olsen (back) wouldn't have practiced Monday if the Panthers had held a session, Max Henson of the Panthers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Olsen is tending to a back injury of unknown severity after playing 63 of 67 offensive snaps Sunday against the Rams. Expect his status to be clarified further once the Panthers take the practice field -- whether it's Tuesday or Wednesday -- in advance of Thursday's Week 2 divisional matchup with the Buccaneers.

    Published: Mon, Sep 9 at 3:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Snags four passes in loss

    Olsen caught four of nine targets for 36 yards during Sunday's 30-27 loss to the Rams.

    Analysis: It was a quiet opener for Olsen as young guns Christian McCaffrey and DJ Moore led the way. Olsen -- along with the aforementioned youngsters -- figure to be the core of Carolina's offense this season, but a storyline to monitor will be whether Cam Newton's scant run total from Sunday continues into the season. If so, there could be more targets to go around, but Olsen might also miss out on some of the favorable coverage he's seen in the past with linebackers eager to flow upfield to stop…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 8 at 4:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back at practice

    Olsen is taking part in practice Wednesday, Max Henson of the Panthers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Olsen wasn't spotted Monday at the open portion of practice, but with no report that he's dealing with an injury, he should be fine for Sunday's opener against the Rams. He was in the game for nine of Cam Newton's 11 snaps during the third week of the preseason, catching his lone target for four yards in a 10-3 loss to the Patriots. It isn't clear if Olsen will handle his every-down role of years past, but he's at least locked in as the No. 1 tight end ahead of second-year man Ian Thomas.

    Published: Wed, Sep 4 at 8:53am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not at practice

    Olsen isn't present Monday for the portion of practice that's open to the media, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: There hasn't been any report of an injury, and Panthers general manager Marty Hurney didn't mention Olsen when he spoke to the press Monday morning. With the season opener just six days away, it would be an unusual time to dole out scheduled rest for a veteran, but we can't rule out the possibility. The Panthers host the Rams on Sunday.

    Published: Mon, Sep 2 at 9:06am by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets taste of preseason

    Olsen caught his lone target for four yards in Thursday night's 10-3 preseason loss to the Patriots.

    Analysis: Olsen's first and probably only preseason action saw him feature for just nine snaps. However, in catching a pass from Cam Newton to start Carolina's second series, the veteran should now feel fully prepared for his 13th season. In 2019, Olsen will aim to avoid more foot complications, which have sidelined him for 16 games over the past two years. After Newton suffered an ankle sprain Thursday, the tight end will hope his signal-caller can remain healthy as well.

    Published: Fri, Aug 23 at 6:56am by Rotowire.com
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  • In line to play Thursday

    Olsen is expected to play in Thursday's preseason game in New England, Max Henson of the Panthers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Olsen is looking to bounce back from back-to-back injury-plagued campaigns in which he missed exactly half of the Panthers' regular-season contests. Despite the lacking production -- 44 catches (on 76 targets) for 482 yards and five touchdowns -- during that stretch, he is just three years removed from putting together a third consecutive 1,000-yard season. Olsen likely is in line for a brief cameo in order to get his feet under him before Week 1.

    Published: Mon, Aug 19 at 10:46am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not playing Friday

    Olsen isn't expected to suit up for Friday's preseason game versus the Bills, Max Henson of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: Olsen has been afflicted by foot injuries the past two seasons, containing him to just 44 catches (on 76 targets) for 482 yards and five touchdowns in 16 games during that stretch. Prior to the rough patch, he was on the heels on three consecutive campaigns with at least 77 catches and 1,000 receiving yards, so there is the potential for a bounce back in 2019, assuming his health holds up. Entering his age-34 season, Olsen will serve as one of Cam Newton's top targets that isn't named Christian…read more

    Published: Fri, Aug 16 at 3:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Confirms health

    Olsen reiterated Wednesday that he's been 100 percent healthy for months, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Despite battling injuries in his right foot throughout the past two seasons, Olsen was cleared for all football activities before the Panthers began spring practices. He won't have any limitations during training camp, but it isn't quite clear if he'll handle his accustomed every-down role once the regular season begins. Fellow tight end Ian Thomas (leg) was a competent replacement when Olsen couldn't play last season.

    Published: Wed, Jul 24 at 8:00am by Rotowire.com
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  • Fully cleared from injury

    Olsen (foot) said Wednesday that he was cleared for all football activities earlier in the offseason, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Charlotte Observer reports.

    Analysis: The 34-year-old tight end has been battling right foot issues for the past two seasons while simultaneously contemplating retirement, but he was a full participant at OTAs on Wednesday. While his injury history is a concern heading into 2019, Olsen is currently healthy and should remain one of the Panthers' top receiving options whenever he's on the field.

    Published: Wed, May 22 at 7:46am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not leaving for MNF

    Speculation about Olsen (foot) leaving the Panthers to work on Monday Night Football is unfounded, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: On a similar note, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Charlotte Observer reports that two sources close to Olsen said he remains focused on playing for the Panthers in 2019. The 34-year-old tight end could still change his mind if he's disappointed with his rehab from December surgery, but it sounds like that's a long shot at this stage. The recent speculation about a job on Monday Night Football seems to have been sparked by Jason Witten's decision to leave ESPN and rejoin the Cowboys.

    Published: Tue, Mar 12 at 9:07am by Rotowire.com
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  • Aiming to play next year

    Coach Ron Rivera said Olsen (foot) would like to play next season, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Charlotte Observer reports.

    Analysis: Prior to enduring Jones fractures in his right foot in both of the past years, Olsen was a figure of health in his first 10 seasons, missing just two games overall. The injuries came on the heels of three consecutive 1,000-yard campaigns from 2014 through 2016. His average line during that stretch was 80-1,062-5 on 125 targets, so if he ultimately attains renewed health, he could be a valuable asset in what would be his age-34 season in the fall. Olsen is under contract through 2020.

    Published: Thu, Feb 28 at 12:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could still consider broadcasting

    Olsen (foot) said his mindset is to focus on rehab so he can play football in 2019, but he doesn't want to shut the door on any potential opportunities in broadcasting, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Olsen auditioned for a job with ESPN last March, then signed a two-year, $17.1 million extension (through 2020) in April. Coming off a second straight season marred by his problematic right foot, the veteran tight end has made multiple comments suggesting he plans to play another year. He could still change his mind if the rehab from December surgery doesn't go well, but it does seem he truly wants to play. Olsen will turn 34 in March and is believed to be facing a rehab timeline of 3-to-4…read more

    Published: Tue, Feb 5 at 2:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Aiming to resume career in 2019

    Olsen (foot) expects to resume his playing career in 2019, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Charlotte Observer reports. "I still enjoy playing and I still know I can play," Olsen said Wednesday.

    Analysis: Recently, Olsen underwent surgery on his right foot for the second time in as many seasons. The first one -- which came in September 2017 and required the insertion of a screw -- was more or less a quick fix, but multiple aggravations ensued this season. The second procedure involved the replacement of the screw and included a bone graft, which Olsen told Rodrigue typically has a high success rate. According to Rodrigue, this surgery has historically "fixed [the Jones fracture] for good" in…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 26 at 11:45am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to continue career

    Coach Ron Rivera said Friday that he expects Olsen (foot) to play football in 2019, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Olsen will turn 34 in March and is eventually expected to have a career in broadcasting, but it sounds like the Panthers expect him back for at least one more season. He recently had surgery to address a ruptured plantar fascia in his problematic right foot. Olsen may not be ready for the team's offseason program, but he should have enough time to finish up the rehab process before training camp opens.

    Published: Fri, Dec 21 at 10:20am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to make full recovery

    Olsen (foot) recently underwent surgery on his right foot and is expected to make a full recovery, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Olsen re-injured his surgically repaired right foot during the Panthers' Week 13 loss to Tampa Bay and was ultimately placed on injured reserve ahead of Carolina's Week 14 loss to Cleveland. The 33-year-old remains under contract through the next two seasons, but it isn't clear how much of Olsen's impending rehab program will eat into his preparation time for the 2019 campaign. It also isn't entirely clear if he intends to continue his football career.

    Published: Mon, Dec 17 at 11:11am by Rotowire.com
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  • Officially lands on IR

    The Panthers placed Olsen (foot) on injured reserve Wednesday, Max Henson of the Panthers' official site reports.

    Analysis: As anticipated, Olsen's 2018 season officially comes to an end after he re-injured his surgically repaired right foot in Sunday's 24-17 loss to the Buccaneers, with his latest setback being labeled as a ruptured plantar fascia. Olsen is under contract through 2019, but with the foot issues causing him to miss half of the Panthers' regular-season contests over the past two seasons and another surgery on tap, it's possible the 33-year-old walks away from the game. The Panthers will proceed with…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 5 at 6:28am by Rotowire.com
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  • IR likely on tap

    The Panthers are expected to place Olsen (foot) on injured reserve this week, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Charlotte Observer reports.

    Analysis: Per ESPN's David Newton, Olsen indicated that he ruptured the "plantar" in his right foot during Week 13 action. With Olsen sidelined, the profile of fellow tight end Ian Thomas in the Panthers offense is bound to expand, making him an option for those scrambling to replace Olsen on fantasy rosters.

    Published: Tue, Dec 4 at 12:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Suffers season-ending foot injury

    Olsen said he ruptured the plantar fascia in his right foot during Sunday's 24-17 loss at Tampa Bay and expects to miss the remainder of the season, David Newton of ESPN.com reports. "It was kind of just a matter of time with this foot," Olsen told Max Henson of the Panthers' official site. "[We] got as much out of it as we could have."

    Analysis: Injuries to his right foot have plagued Olsen for most of the past two seasons. He didn't come close to replicating his production from the previous three seasons -- all of them 1,000-yard efforts -- hauling in 44 of 76 passes for 482 yards and five touchdowns in 16 games between 2017 and 2018. Surgery will be ordered up at the appropriate time, after which a timetable for his recovery should be released. Look for fellow tight ends Ian Thomas and Chris Manhertz to fill in for Olsen the rest of…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 2 at 1:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't return Week 13

    Olsen (foot) won't reenter Sunday's game in Tampa Bay, Bryan Strickland of the Panthers' official site reports.

    Analysis: After limping off the field favoring his right foot, Olsen immediately was taken on a cart to the locker room. He missed 12 games combined the past two seasons due to Jones fractures in that foot, but an official diagnosis ultimately will determine if another absence is in his future.

    Published: Sun, Dec 2 at 10:54am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limps off field Sunday

    Olsen (foot) was carted to the locker room early in the second quarter of Sunday's game at Tampa Bay, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Charlotte Observer reports.

    Analysis: Olsen limped off the field favoring his right foot, which has sustained a Jones fracture both of the past two seasons. While he's played through the injury this year, he may have aggravated it as the Panthers enter the stretch run. Rookie Ian Thomas and Chris Manhertz are the remaining tight ends on the Panthers roster.

    Published: Sun, Dec 2 at 10:50am by Rotowire.com
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  • Full practice Thursday

    Olsen (foot) practiced in full Thursday, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Since missing three games early in the season due to a Jones fracture in his right foot, Olsen has managed to play 95.2 percent (400 of 420) of the offensive snaps over the last seven games. He hasn't been consistently productive, but the 33-year-old tight end has still put up 24 catches (on 35 targets) for 245 yards and four touchdowns during that stretch. Along the way, Olsen's best game (6-76-1 on six targets) came against the Buccaneers, who just happen to be the Panthers' opponent Sunday.

    Published: Thu, Nov 29 at 12:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets day off Wednesday

    Olsen (foot) was held out of practice Wednesday, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Olsen is following his typical routine with maintenance of his right foot in mind. The rest in practice has enabled Olsen to log 400 of a possible 420 offensive snaps the last seven contests, but he appears to be touchdown-dependent, scoring four times while averaging 3.4 catches (on five targets) for 35 yards per game during that stretch.

    Published: Wed, Nov 28 at 11:51am by Rotowire.com
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  • Nearly invisible in Week 12

    Olsen was held to two catches for 11 yards on four targets in Sunday's 30-27 loss to Seattle.

    Analysis: Even with wide receiver Devin Funchess (back) out, Olsen couldn't get anything going. The veteran tight end is averaging only 20 yards over the past three games, but his four touchdowns in the past six have kept his fantasy value afloat. Luckily for Olsen's owners, he'll have a great opportunity to bounce back in Week 13 against a Tampa Bay defense that's been among the league's most generous to tight ends.

    Published: Sun, Nov 25 at 3:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Puts in full practice Thursday

    Olsen (rest/foot) practiced in full Thursday, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: After taking a veteran's day off Wednesday, Olsen handled every practice rep presented to him one day later, effectively clearing him for his seventh appearance in a row. In the previous six, he took the field for 342 of 361 snaps on offense (94.7 percent), reaching the end zone in four of those games. His output otherwise has been inconsistent, though, with two outings of less than 10 yards and the other four between 40 and 76 yards.

    Published: Thu, Nov 22 at 12:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Held out of practice for rest

    Olsen (foot/rest) didn't practice Wednesday, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Charlotte Observer reports.

    Analysis: The Panthers have scaled back Olsen's practice reps to reduce the chance of any complications with his fractured foot. He may still need surgery after the season, but he's been effective while playing through the injury, catching 22 passes for 234 yards and four touchdowns in his past six games. Olsen should be fine for Sunday's game against the Seahawks, a team that's given up three touchdowns to tight ends the past two weeks despite allowing just 36 catches to the position group all season.

    Published: Wed, Nov 21 at 11:59am by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores in defeat

    Olsen caught two of three targets for nine yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 20-19 loss to the Lions.

    Analysis: Olsen overcame his foot issue to play all but two offensive snaps. While his three targets marked his lowest since Week 1, Olsen did find the end zone from one yard out on Carolina's first drive. That somewhat salvaged an otherwise subpar performance from Olsen, who'll aim to get more involved through the air Week 12 versus the Seahawks.

    Published: Mon, Nov 19 at 4:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready to face Detroit

    Olsen (foot) doesn't carry an injury designation on the Panthers' final injury report for Sunday's game in Detroit.

    Analysis: Olsen returned to full participation Friday after being listed as a limited participant the previous two days. He's still at risk of an in-game setback with his foot injury, but the downside is outweighed by a favorable matchup against a Lions defense that has surrendered 9.2 yards per target to tight ends (and 8.9 yards per pass attempt overall) this season.

    Published: Fri, Nov 16 at 10:14am by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as limited second straight day

    Olsen (foot) was listed as a limited participant on Thursday's estimated practice report, according to Steve Reed of the Associated Press.

    Analysis: Rather than a traditional practice session, the Panthers instead opted for a brief walk-through due to the rainy weather in the area. That prevented Olsen from getting a full slate of reps in after a limited showing Wednesday, but the tight end is expected to practice without any restrictions Friday. If he does so, Olsen will avoid an injury designation heading into Sunday's contest against the Lions and should be in store for an ample workload. The 33-year-old has played 94.4 percent of the…read more

    Published: Thu, Nov 15 at 10:06am by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs limited practice

    Olsen (foot) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Charlotte Observer reports.

    Analysis: The maintenance program instituted to keep Olsen healthy has so far done wonders for the veteran tight end, who has played 286 of 303 offensive snaps (94.4 percent) over the last five games. His production may not be up to his previous standards, but he's still managed to record 20 catches (on 28 targets) for 225 yards and three touchdowns during that span.

    Published: Wed, Nov 14 at 11:55am by Rotowire.com
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  • Four receptions in blowout defeat

    Olsen brought in four of six targets for 40 yards in the Panthers' 52-21 loss to the Steelers on Thursday.

    Analysis: Olsen was the second-leading pass catcher in both receptions and receiving yardage for Carolina, a testament to the struggles their passing game endured. The veteran tight end is apparently managing his troublesome foot well, as he's posted at least four grabs in four of the last five games. While Olsen did see his three-game touchdown streak end Thursday, he naturally remains one of Cam Newton's most trusted targets. He'll look to improve on Thursday's production against the Lions in a Week 11…read more

    Published: Thu, Nov 8 at 9:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared for Thursday

    Olsen (foot) doesn't have a designation for Thursday's game in Pittsburgh, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Per usual, the Panthers limited Olsen's exposure in practice this week, holding him to limited availability Monday and Tuesday before clearing him for full activity Wednesday. The veteran has a friendly matchup on tap Thursday versus a Steelers defense that has conceded 72.9 yards per game and four touchdowns to tight ends in eight games this season.

    Published: Wed, Nov 7 at 9:46am by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs another limited session

    Olsen (foot) was a limited participant in Tuesday's practice.

    Analysis: Coming out of Sunday's 42-28 win over the Buccaneers, Olsen didn't suffer any reported setbacks with the right foot he fractured in the season opener, so his limitations Tuesday are presumably maintenance-related. The Panthers could restrict Olsen's reps again Wednesday in an attempt to keep him as fresh as possible on the short week, but the tight end appears in little danger of missing Thursday's tilt with the Steelers.

    Published: Tue, Nov 6 at 11:58am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited Monday

    Olsen (foot) was limited during Monday's walkthrough, Bill Voth of the Panthers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Olsen continues to operate under a maintenance program on his right foot, which endured a fracture Week 1 but has been healthy enough to play on the last four games. During that stretch, he's taken the field for 241 of 246 offensive snaps (98 percent). His status as one of Cam Newton's (shoulder) top red-zone options is evident by touchdowns in the region in three consecutive contests.

    Published: Mon, Nov 5 at 3:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Another impressive performance in Week 9 win

    Olsen brought in all six of his targets for 76 yards and a touchdown in the Panthers' 42-28 win over the Buccaneers on Sunday.

    Analysis: Olsen made an outstanding juggling one-handed catch in the second quarter that served as the first of Cam Newton's two touchdown passes on the afternoon. The veteran tight end has now scored in three straight games and posted between four and six receptions and 48 to 76 receiving yards in three of the past four games. Despite having an emerging pair of young wideouts in D.J. Moore and Curtis Samuel, Newton naturally continues to place considerable trust in Olsen, keeping the tight end a highly…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 4 at 2:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Progresses to full practice

    Olsen (foot) was a full practice participant Thursday, Bryan Strickland of the Panthers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Since putting an end to a three-game absence Week 6, Olsen's practice reps have been limited at times to avoid any extra stress on his right foot. He's proceeded to earn 181 of 184 snaps on offense over the last three games, accruing 10 receptions (on 16 targets) for 109 yards and two touchdowns along the way. Olsen will look to build upon those numbers Sunday versus a Buccaneers defense that has conceded 9.9 YPT and four touchdowns to tight ends in seven games this season.

    Published: Thu, Nov 1 at 11:59am by Rotowire.com
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