92 Vernon Butler DT

Butler had 13 tackles (eight solo) and zero sacks in the 2017 season.

It was the second consecutive season with just 13 tackles for Butler. He played less than 22 defensive snaps per game, but it's likely the Panthers will expect more out of their 2016 first-round pick next season.

Butler (shoulder) returned to the field in Sunday's game against the Falcons, Max Henson of the Panthers' official site reports.

Butler exited earlier in the contest with the injury but apparently is good to go for the remainder of Sunday's game.

Butler is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Falcons with a shoulder injury, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Butler suffered the injury in the first half of Sunday's game and headed to the locker room to be evaluated shortly thereafter. Kyle Love should see a larger secondary role at defensive tackle while Butler remains sidelined.

Butler returned from a shoulder injury was a full participant at practice Thursday. Jourdan Rodrigue of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Butler tweaked his shoulder against the Bills on Sunday and played only 13 of 54 defensive snaps. The 23-year-old looks ready to go for Week 3, and will likely return to his role on Carolina's defensive line behind Kawann Short.

Butler (knee) was a full participant at Wednesday's practice, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.

Butler's status at practice indicates he'll likely be ready for Sunday's game. A lot can change though, so it's important to see how he holds up over the next few days.