Panthers quarterback Baker Mayfield reportedly does not need surgery for his high ankle sprain that he suffered during Sunday’s 37–15 loss to the 49ers, per NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero.
This news comes after Mayfield sought out a second opinion for his injury after undergoing an MRI on Monday. The quarterback also has no major damage to his ankle, per Pelissero.
It was originally reported that Mayfield could miss “at least a couple weeks,” but it is expected that the Panthers starter will avoid the injured reserve list for now. This means Mayfield could return within four weeks, although nothing is certain yet.
