Pro Cougs NFL: Lucas bounces back and Luvu has a career day

Gardner Minshew II (Cardinals): Coming off his historic Week 8 overtime win, Minshew was quickly brought back to reality. The Seahawks defense, which was coming off an embarrassing Week 8 performance, looked like its 2025 self. Minshew finished with 166 passing yards and was sacked four times. He was also injured on a dead-ball play after officials whistled a false start late in the game, when he was tackled by Seahawks safety Nick Emmanwori. Minshew suffered a torn UCL in his throwing arm and may need surgery, which would end his 2026 season. Chau Smith-Wade (Panthers): Week 9 was a much-needed good week for Smith-Wade, who played a near-season-high 60% of defensive snaps. He finished with seven tackles and made a touchdown-saving play. The Panthers still lost, but it was a positive week for Smith-Wade, who had been on the downtick for most of the season.

This excerpt comes from the named source. Read the original for the full reporting.