Panthers WR Brandon LaFell inactive against Redskins a week after taking shot to the head
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}Carolina Panthers receiver Brandon LaFell is inactive against the Washington Redskins, a week after taking a shot to the head.
LaFell is third on the Panthers with 20 catches for 367 yards and a team-leading two touchdown receptions. Chicago Bears safety Chris Conte was fined $21,000 by the NFL for his hit on LaFell.
Louis Murphy is expected to start in LaFell's place against Washington.
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}Panthers defensive tackle Dwan Edwards is active Sunday after injuring an ankle against Chicago.
As expected, Redskins receiver Pierre Garcon is inactive for the sixth time this season because of a right foot injury.
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