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Panthers Sign Former Cowboys Defender

The Carolina Panthers suffered a tough loss to the San Francisco 49ers on Monday Night Football and once again squandered an opportunity to grab the NFC South by the throat. Carolina fell back to .500 at 6-6 and will have its hands full with the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday, who are the leaders...

Justin Hussong • 7 months ago

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - DECEMBER 15: Bryce Young #9 of the Carolina Panthers looks on from the sidelines during the fourth quarter against the Dallas Cowboys at Bank of America Stadium on December 15, 2024 in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Analyst Reveals Biggest Problem With Bryce Young

The Carolina Panthers face mounting pressure surrounding quarterback Bryce Young's long-term viability with the franchise. Consistent offensive execution remains elusive, and most analysts question whether the team can contend for the playoffs with its current quarterback situation. Analyst J...

Yagya Bhargava • 7 months ago

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - OCTOBER 12: Rico Dowdle #5 of the Carolina Panthers runs for a touchdown during the third quarter against the Dallas Cowboys in the game at Bank of America Stadium on October 12, 2025 in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Rico Dowdle Gets Honest About Panthers' Run Game Struggles

For the first time in a while, the Carolina Panthers were back on primetime television. Unfortunately for them, they didn't do much to justify why. They simply couldn't get anything going in the loss to the San Francisco 49ers, especially on the ground. With that in mind, team star running ba...

Ernesto Cova • 7 months ago

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Detail photo of a Carolina Panthers helmet during their preseason game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Bank of America Stadium on August 29, 2019 in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Tetairoa McMillan Joins Exclusive List With Elite Rookie Stats

Carolina Panthers fans are witnessing the emergence of a franchise cornerstone in rookie wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan. On Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons, McMillan delivered a statement performance that announced his arrival as a legitimate NFL talent. Facing a Falcons defense ranked No...

Yagya Bhargava • 7 months ago

GLENDALE, ARIZONA - SEPTEMBER 14: Bryce Young #9 of the Carolina Panthers throws a pass against the Arizona Cardinals during the first quarter at State Farm Stadium on September 14, 2025 in Glendale, Arizona.

Bryce Young Achieves Rare QB Feat

Bryce Young was benched just two games into last season, prompting widespread speculation about whether he needed a change of scenery. Instead, he remained with the Carolina Panthers and has since guided them into playoff contention. On Sunday, the third-year quarterback dismantled one of the...

Yagya Bhargava • 7 months ago

A general view of the Carolina Panthers helmets during their preseason game at Bank of America Stadium on August 17, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Analyst Raves About Tetairoa McMillan After Big Breakout Game

The Carolina Panthers defeated the Atlanta Falcons in overtime in Week 11, and wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan made a strong impression during the victory. Afterward, numerous analysts were taking note of his eight-catch, two-touchdown performance. Analyst Damien Harris raved about McMillan a...

Brandon Marcus • 7 months ago

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - OCTOBER 12: Head coach Dave Canales of the Carolina Panthers looks on prior to the game against the Dallas Cowboys at Bank of America Stadium on October 12, 2025 in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Dave Canales Hints At Bigger Role For 'Exceptional' Panthers RB

Ernesto Cova • 8 months ago The Carolina Panthers have a good problem on their hands right now. They have two talented running backs who are each having a strong season. Chuba Hubbard entered as the starter, but an injury left the door open for Rico Dowdle to take over the running game, and the former Dallas Cowboys bac...

EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - OCTOBER 19: Bryce Young #9 of the Carolina Panthers prepares to take a snap during the first quarter against the New York Jets in the game at MetLife Stadium on October 19, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

Panthers Worked Out 4 Players On Tuesday

Yagya Bhargava • 8 months ago The Carolina Panthers are navigating a transformative season under head coach Dave Canales and general manager Dan Morgan. After years of struggle, Carolina has climbed above .500 with a 4-3 record following their Week 7 victory over the New York Jets. The team continues facing significant ch...

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - OCTOBER 12: Rico Dowdle #5 of the Carolina Panthers celebrates after a touchdown during the third quarter against the Dallas Cowboys in the game at Bank of America Stadium on October 12, 2025 in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Panthers Hint At New Gameplan For Veteran RBs

Ernesto Cova • 8 months ago The Carolina Panthers have a great problem on their hands right now. They had a starting running back in Chuba Hubbard, but Rico Dowdle has been even better as his replacement. That's why, instead of just benching Hubbard now that he's back to full strength, they want to keep both of them inv...

COLUMBUS, OHIO - NOVEMBER 23: Nick Saban (L) and Kirk Herbstreit commentate before the game between the Indiana Hoosiers and the Ohio State Buckeyes at Ohio Stadium on November 23, 2024 in Columbus, Ohio.

Nick Saban Reveals Honest Thoughts About Bryce Young

Yagya Bhargava • 8 months ago Bryce Young's transition to the NFL has been rocky, but signs of progress are beginning to emerge. Despite those struggles, his former coach remains confident in his ability to succeed at the highest level. Nick Saban appeared on ESPN's "The Pat McAfee Show" on Friday and addressed the Caroli...

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - OCTOBER 12: Rico Dowdle #5 of the Carolina Panthers runs for a touchdown during the third quarter against the Dallas Cowboys in the game at Bank of America Stadium on October 12, 2025 in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Rico Dowdle Sends 4-Word Message To Cowboys After Big Win

Ernesto Cova • 8 months ago Rico Dowdle put the Dallas Cowboys on notice ahead of their Week 6 matchup, and the new Carolina Panthers star lived up to his word. Dowdle put up a whopping 183 rushing yards on 30 carries, averaging 6.1 yards per attempt. He also hauled in four receptions on five catches for 56 yards and on...

GLENDALE, ARIZONA - SEPTEMBER 14: Bryce Young #9 of the Carolina Panthers throws a pass against the Arizona Cardinals during the first quarter at State Farm Stadium on September 14, 2025 in Glendale, Arizona.

Bryce Young Notches Multiple Career-Highs Against Cardinals

Ernesto Cova • 9 months ago The Carolina Panthers are 0-2 to start the season. That's not necessarily surprising, but after all that was said of Dave Canales and Bryce Young's improvement, it was still somewhat disappointing. At least the former No. 1 pick gave the fans a glimpse of what this offense could look like in...

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - AUGUST 17: Jaycee Horn #8 of the Carolina Panthers looks on during the second half of their preseason game against the New York Jets at Bank of America Stadium on August 17, 2024 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Jets won 15-12.

Stats Show How Impressive Jaycee Horn Was In Week 1

Justin Hussong • 9 months ago The Carolina Panthers fell flat in their season-opening 26-10 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars, and the lackluster performance cast a lot of doubt around what is supposed to be an improved season for this long-suffering fanbase. While the scoreboard and stat sheets didn't look great, one play...

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - AUGUST 16: Hendon Hooker #2 of the Detroit Lions looks on from the bench in the first half while playing the Miami Dolphins during a NFL Preseason game at Ford Field on August 16, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan.

Hendon Hooker Reveals Why He Signed With Panthers

Ernesto Cova • 10 months ago Just a couple of years ago, the Detroit Lions rolled the dice on a polarizing rookie. They took Hendon Hooker out of Tennessee in the third round, and while he had incredible numbers in college, he was 25 years old and a little raw at the time he entered the league. Fast forward to today, and...

HOUSTON, TEXAS - AUGUST 16: Bryce Young #9 of the Carolina Panthers reacts in the first half against the Houston Texans during the NFL Preseason 2025 game at NRG Stadium on August 16, 2025 in Houston, Texas.

Colin Cowherd Makes Surprising Projection About The Panthers

Justin Hussong • 10 months ago The Carolina Panthers have had a brutal few years, but they showed some signs of life down the stretch last season as 2023 first-overall pick Bryce Young started to finally show off the talent that made him the top pick in his class. With less than a week left until the 2025 season kicks off,...

Hunter Renfrow Is Drawing Interest From Multiple NFL Teams

Justin Hussong • 10 months ago Every team in the NFL has now finalized its 53-man roster heading into Week 1 of the regular season, and it's always one of the toughest times of the year, as many comeback and underdog stories of players working to make a roster officially come to an end. That doesn't mean there can't be a n...

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - DECEMBER 15: Adam Thielen #19 of the Carolina Panthers smiles before playing the Dallas Cowboys at Bank of America Stadium on December 15, 2024 in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Insider Reveals Why Panthers Traded Adam Thielen

Ernesto Cova • 10 months ago Following a couple of years away, Adam Thielen is back with the Minnesota Vikings. The Carolina Panthers traded the wide receiver to the only other NFL team he has played for. However, according to Ari Meirov of The 33rd Team, it was about much more than just helping him out. The Panthers hav...

HOUSTON, TEXAS - AUGUST 16: Bryce Young #9 of the Carolina Panthers leads the team onto the field before the NFL Preseason 2025 game against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium on August 16, 2025 in Houston, Texas.

Panthers Sign Former UFL MVP

Andrew Elmquist • 10 months ago The Carolina Panthers made a potentially franchise-altering decision when they took Bryce Young with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. Young was a highly touted player in college, but some people expressed concerns that his size would limit him at the NFL level, and that this pick...

HOUSTON, TEXAS - AUGUST 16: Head coach Dave Canales of the Carolina Panthers stands on the sideline in the first half against the Houston Texans during the NFL Preseason 2025 game at NRG Stadium on August 16, 2025 in Houston, Texas.

Dave Canales Reveals Injury Update On Rookie Defender

Ernesto Cova • 10 months ago The Carolina Panthers were dealt a huge blow. Rookie second-rounder Nic Scourton will be on the shelf for a while. According to a report by ESPN insider Adam Schefter, Panthers head coach Dave Canales revealed that Scourton was now listed as week-to-week after suffering a collapsed lung. http...

Panthers Sign Former Packers Linebacker

Yagya Bhargava • 11 months ago The Carolina Panthers addressed their evolving linebacker situation on Sunday with a strategic addition aimed at bolstering depth and experience. Following Fan Fest at Bank of America Stadium, the team announced the signing of veteran Krys Barnes, bringing in a player who has built his NFL ca...

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - DECEMBER 22: Bryce Young #9 of the Carolina Panthers drops to pass against the Arizona Cardinals during the second quarter at Bank of America Stadium on December 22, 2024 in Charlotte, North Carolina

Panthers Teammate Compares Bryce Young To 1 NBA Superstar

Yagya Bhargava • 11 months ago Training camp has revealed a different side of Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young. Entering his third NFL season, he has shed his reserved rookie persona for something more commanding. The evolution from quiet newcomer to vocal leader has caught the attention of teammates. Pro Bowl cor...

JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA - NOVEMBER 06: Hunter Renfrow #13 of the Las Vegas Raiders warms up prior to playing the Jacksonville Jaguars at TIAA Bank Field on November 06, 2022 in Jacksonville, Florida.

Hunter Renfrow Makes Bold Statement About Panthers' WR Room

Yagya Bhargava • 11 months ago The Carolina Panthers enter the 2025 season determined to leave behind their dismal 5-12 campaign. The franchise made sweeping changes this offseason, targeting key positions to support second-year quarterback Bryce Young. The wide receiver room has drawn particular attention during training...

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - DECEMBER 15: Bryce Young #9 of the Carolina Panthers looks on from the sidelines during the fourth quarter against the Dallas Cowboys at Bank of America Stadium on December 15, 2024 in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Bryce Young Gushes About Rookie WR

Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago Not so long ago, the Carolina Panthers were a legitimate force in the NFC South. Now, they're slowly but steadily trying to work their way back to the top. And while they still have a long way to go, they've certainly taken some major steps to fix their offense. Notably, that includes draftin...

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - MARCH 01: Jimmy Horn Jr. #WO20 of Colorado participates in a drill during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium on March 01, 2025 in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Jimmy Horn Jr. Reveals 'Main Thing' He Took From Former Panthers All-Pro

Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago The Carolina Panthers are striving to be a much more competitive team this season. That means winning more games, but it also means being tougher, grittier and more physical. That's why fans will love to hear that rookie wide receiver Jimmy Horn Jr. has taken some pages out of Steve Smith Sr....

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - DECEMBER 15: Jaycee Horn #8 of the Carolina Panthers is introduced prior to the game against the Dallas Cowboys at Bank of America Stadium on December 15, 2024 in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Jaycee Horn Shows Off Elite Athleticism In Workout Video

Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago The Carolina Panthers have an absolute stud in Jaycee Horn. He's a force to be reckoned with in the secondary, and he was one of the few bright spots on the team last season - and ever since he entered the league. Training camp isn't underway yet, but it's evident that the young defensive bac...

Analyst Believes Young QB Could Breakout This Season

Ernesto Cova • 12 months ago The Carolina Panthers gave up a lot to get their hands on Bryce Young. That's why they were under heavy fire when they made the somewhat shocking decision to bench him so early in his career. Then again, he didn't look anything close to the player he was in college. Fortunately for them, he l...

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - NOVEMBER 22: A Carolina Panthers flag is seen in the stands prior to the game against the Detroit Lions at Bank of America Stadium on November 22, 2020 in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Panthers Have Shown Interest In Free Agent Defender

Yagya Bhargava • 1 year ago After years of questionable decisions and missed opportunities, the Carolina Panthers appear to have found direction under new leadership. Their offseason approach reflects a clear understanding of roster weaknesses and a systematic plan to address them. The Panthers executed well in free age...

Panthers Are Reportedly Interested In Pursuing Pro Bowl Defender

Ernesto Cova • 1 year ago The Carolina Panthers have set their sights on adding another veteran defender. They might be looking at a former NFC South rival to do so. According to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN, via ThomasWrrld, the Panthers are interested in free agent safety Justin Simmons, who played last season for the Atla...

ATLANTA, GEORGIA - JANUARY 05: Bryce Young #9 of the Carolina Panthers celebrates after defeating the Atlanta Falcons 44-38 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on January 05, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia.

Panthers Coach Believes Benching Bryce Young Brought Out His Best

Ernesto Cova • 1 year ago The Carolina Panthers may have found their franchise quarterback. That didn't seem to be the case two years ago, and that definitely didn't seem to be the case early last season. However, Bryce Young returned after a brief stint on the bench, and he finally looked like the talented signal-cal...

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - MARCH 01: Trevor Etienne #RB06 of Georgia participates in a drill during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium on March 01, 2025 in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Trevor Etienne Has Honest Admission About Playing His Brother In Week 1

Ernesto Cova • 1 year ago Having one son make it to the NFL is tough, so the chances of getting two of them to be professional football players and play in the greatest league on Earth are pretty close to zero. That's why the Etienne family must be thrilled and very proud right now. The Carolina Panthers took Trevor E...

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - DECEMBER 15: Xavier Legette #17 of the Carolina Panthers looks on during warm-ups prior to the game against the Dallas Cowboys at Bank of America Stadium on December 15, 2024 in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Xavier Legette Says New Panthers WR Duo Is 'Going To Be A Problem'

Ernesto Cova • 1 year ago The Carolina Panthers have a lot of room for improvement. However, they had a positive first year under head coach Dave Canales. Bryce Young looked better and more confident after struggling early in the season, and the quarterback might finally be heading in the right direction. They gave Yo...

Carolina Panthers helmets are seen prior to the game against Seattle Seahawks at Bank of America Stadium on December 15, 2019 in Charlotte, North Carolina.

New Panthers WR Gets Honest About Coming Back To NFL

Ernesto Cova • 1 year ago It took him a while, but Hunter Renfrow is officially back in the National Football League. The Carolina Panthers wanted to give Bryce Young another reliable weapon ahead of his third season in the league. Renfrow spent one year away from the game after battling an autoimmune disease. He was...

Carolina Panthers helmet rests on the field during the football game between the Carolina Panthers and Houston Texans at NRG Stadium on September 29, 2019 in Houston, Texas.

Panthers Sign Former Raiders WR

Andrew Elmquist • 1 year ago It's no secret that the 2024 NFL season didn't go according to plan for the Carolina Panthers. Bryce Young's second NFL season had a lot of ups and downs, making for a frustrated fan base at times. He did show some flashes of greatness, however, especially at the end of the season, giving som...