CHARLOTTE — Left tackle Russell Okung (groin) returned to practice on Thursday after sitting out Wednesday’s session.

The veteran offensive lineman was listed as limited for Thursday’s session. In Week 3, Okung did not participate on Thursday but was a full participant on Friday. He was questionable for the game before he was declared inactive.

After he was limited for Wednesday’s practice, defensive tackle Kawann Short (foot) was upgraded to a full participant in Thursday’s session.

Being a full participant on Thursday is a good sign for his potential availability against the Cardinals this weekend.

“Having Kawann out there is great for us,” head coach Matt Rhule said. “I’m excited to get him back out there. He’s worked so hard this offseason to get to this point, so I know he’s excited to go play.”

Cornerback Donte Jackson (toe)