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- Carolina Panthers running back Rico Dowdle did not practice on Wednesday due to a quadriceps injury.
- Head coach Dave Canales said the precaution was due to Dowdle's heavy workload.
- Dowdle's performance has solidified his role as the Panthers' starting back ahead of Chuba Hubbard.
- Dowdle is the NFL's third-leading rusher with 735 yards.
- Dowdle is expected to be ready for Week 10 against the New Orleans Saints.
