NFL · Carolina Panthers · 12:29 ET · via @AdamSchefter

Baker Mayfield expected to start Sunday against the Panthers

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Todd Bowles told reporters that Baker Mayfield 'looks like he’s ready to go'.

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports that head coach Todd Bowles expects quarterback to start on Sunday against the . Bowles told reporters that Mayfield "looks like he's ready to go."

Mayfield returns to the active lineup after missing the last three games with a right thumb injury. He is a full participant in practice this week.

The play the in on Sunday. Mayfield reclaims the starting quarterback role from Jalon Daniels, who filled in during his three-game absence.