CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Panthers have placed Christian McCaffrey on short-term injured reserve, meaning the All-Pro running back will miss at least three games. Related Articles Kiszla: The best Broncos can hope to get from this lost NFL season is Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence Legal sports betting jumps 117% in Colorado in August compared to July Broncos Briefs: After fine, Vic Fangio vows to be more aware of wearing mask Broncos, injuries and all, facing must-win scenario in Week 3 against Tom Brady and Tampa Bay Chargers’ team doctor punctured Tyrod Taylor’s lung, AP source says McCaffrey suffered a high right ankle sprain in Carolina’s 31-17 loss to the Buccaneers on Sunday, an injury that normally requires a 4 to 6 week recovery period.