Rico Dowdle Returns to Limited Practice, On Track for Sunday's Game

Carolina Panthers running back Rico Dowdle returned to the practice field on Thursday, participating in a limited session. Dowdle had sat out Wednesday's practice due to a quad injury, which head coach Dave Canales described as a precautionary measure designed to keep the NFC's leading rusher fresh for Sunday's game against the Saints. His return for a limited session on Thursday suggests he is on track to play in that crucial matchup.