The Facts: Clausen will get another chance behind center for the Panthers. HC John Fox announced after practice Wednesday that the rookie from Notre Dame will start at quarterback on Sunday at Tampa Bay.
Diehards Line:Clausen will replace Matt Moore, who needs season-ending shoulder surgery. Fox had hedged on his QB decision after Sunday’s 34-3 loss to New Orleans. Clausen replaced the injured Moore, but had an interception returned for a touchdown and Fox later benched him for fellow rookie Tony Pike. Fox says Clausen had a good practice. ... Also: The Panthers could also be down to their fourth-string running back Sunday. DeAngelo Williams, Jonathan Stewart and Tyrell Sutton all missed practice Wednesday with injuries. Mike Goodson is next man up.