... Jake Delhomme was fighting for his career.  Nowadays, the quarterback doesn't have to worry about his status on the roster -- but he remembers this time of year in 1999 and 2000 when he fretted over the final preseason game, wondering if even the smallest mistake could end all his dreams. 

For practice, Carolina had to tweak its plans as heavy rain drenched Charlotte.  On the field this Thursday, the Panthers will have to adjust their return-game plans to account for the injuries to Jason Carter and Ryne Robinson.

Carolina has signed wide receiver Samie Parker, who was released by Denver on Monday after playing four years with Kansas City where he posted 110 catches for 1,529 yards and seven touchdowns.