Panthers quarterback Cam Newton returned to practice on Wednesday for the first time since receiving a concussion in the fourth quarter of an October 2nd loss at Atlanta, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.
Running back Jonathan Stewart also was back after missing the last three games with a hamstring injury.
Newton had a helmet and cleats, but it was unclear how much he would do in practice.
If symptoms of Newton’s concussion do not return over the next few days he will be cleared to play in Sunday’s game at New Orleans.