Slowed by a sore Achilles’ tendon, Panthers RB Jonathan Stewart vows to be ready for camp

Panthers RB Stewart vows to be ready for camp

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Carolina Panthers running back Jonathan Stewart says he’ll be ready for the start of training camp after being sidelined all offseason with pain in his left Achilles’ tendon.

Stewart revealed details of the injury for the first time Tuesday. Stewart said the Achilles’ first flared up in offseason conditioning in February and likely stems from favoring his left foot after toe surgery last offseason.

Stewart rushed for a Panthers rookie record 836 yards and 10 touchdowns last season. Teamed with DeAngelo Williams, Carolina ranked third in the NFL in rushing.

Stewart was unable to practice at last month’s minicamp or during optional workouts this month. He said he’ll be “off and running” once training camp starts on Aug. 2.