Peppers Returns to Practice; Kalil Works at Guard

Panthers defensive end Julius Peppers was back on the practice field Tuesday.  Peppers had been sidelined since last Thursday because of illness.  He missed last Friday’s exhibition game against Philadelphia but hopes play Friday night against New England.  Meanwhile, rookie Ryan Kalil practiced at right guard Tuesday.  The second-round pick from USC has played center throughout the preseason and says he has never played guard in a game before.  The starters will see their most extensive action of the preseason against the Patriots. Coach John Fox typically plays the first-team into the third quarter of the third preseason game. The Panthers will practice again at Bank of America Stadium today.