With DE Mario Addison a little gimpy from the last game Delaire's return is key. Provided he can get pressure on the QB like Addison has been. Addison has 5 sacks in the last three games:
Ryan Delaire designated for return
Delaire returned to practice Monday, officially adding "designated to return" to his status. That starts a 21-day clock in which Delaire can practice. At any time during the practice window, the Panthers can add him back to the 53-man roster, or they can opt to leave him on injured reserve for the remainder of the season.