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NFL News / Carolina Panthers on SI / February 12

Does Cam Newton Have a Chance at Being a First-Ballot Hall of Famer?

The Pro Football Hall of Fame’s class of 2026 sparked major controversy, particularly due to the absence of a few New England legends who didn’t get in.

Bryce Young News / Carolina Panthers on SI / February 12

The Secret to Unlocking Bryce Young Is Right in Front of the Panthers

The Carolina Panthers would love for Bryce Young to be more consistent. The highs are pretty high, as evidenced by outings against the Atlanta Falcons, Los Angeles Rams, and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / February 12

Carolina Panthers' Nightmare Offseason Scenario is All Too Familiar

The last time the Carolina Panthers finished higher than 25th in the NFL in sacks per game was in 2021. Since then, they've been among the worst pass rushing teams in the league, and that includes Brian Burns' final season in the Queen City when the Panthers ranked dead last in that category.

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Dragons RFC prop Robert Hunt undergoes surgery

Dragons RFC prop Robert Hunt is facing a spell on the sidelines after undergoing surgery on a hamstring injury.

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The most awful NFL coaching jobs of all time

As franchises prepare wish lists for their next hires, numerous cautionary tales exist. Here are the worst head-coaching tenures since the 1970 merger.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / February 12

Carolina Panthers Shockingly Urged to Cut Ties with Crucial Playmaker

The Carolina Panthers will enter the 2026 NFL season as reigning NFC South champions. That’s something that hasn’t happened since 2016, when the franchise was coming off its last Super Bowl appearance.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / February 12

Monstrous Gap Between Bryce Young, Andy Dalton Reveals Big Problem

Bryce Young may not be perfect, but the NFL world saw what it looks like when he doesn't play for the Carolina Panthers. The one game he missed, which is an impressive total given he sustained a high ankle sprain, was ugly.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / February 12

The Panthers' Best Defender Inexplicably Lands on Trade Board

Derrick Brown and Jaycee Horn are untouchable for the Carolina Panthers, and ultimately, those two players are probably their best defenders. They're both really good.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / February 11

Carolina Panthers Rightfully Get Respect in Analyst's Power Rankings Takeaway

The NFL season is over, but 2025 is still fresh on everyone’s mind, as the final power rankings are being released left and right. They all have some things in common: Seattle at No.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / February 11

Panthers Make a Mistake at DL in Latest Mock Draft

71 days left until the NFL Draft, and the latest mock draft courtesy of CBS Sports has the Carolina Panthers drafting the right position, but not the right prospect, with some correct choices falling behind Carolina in the mock. In Renner’s mock 7.0, the Carolina Panthers select Caleb Banks, defensive lineman from Florida University.

Cade Mays News / Carolina Panthers on SI / February 11

Latest Mock Draft Spells Doom for Rising Panthers Free Agent

The Carolina Panthers have a lot of needs to address in free agency and/or the draft. Center might not be the most high-profile need, but it's one that the Panthers absolutely have to address.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / February 11

NFL Insider Makes Inaccurate Claim About Panthers, Still Gives Props for Growth

The Carolina Panthers were not one of the NFL's best teams last year, not by a long shot. Eight wins and a -69 point differential, even if they upset two of the best in the league, is probably just mediocre.

Carolina Panthers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 11

Panthers’ Dave Canales hires offensive guru to help Bryce Young take next step

The Carolina Panthers took a huge leap forward during the 2025 NFL season. Carolina finished the regular season 8-9, which was good enough to win the NFC South division title.

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Darrell Bevell News / Pro Football Rumors / February 11

Panthers Add Darrell Bevell To Staff

After serving as the Dolphins’ quarterbacks coach/passing-game coordinator over the past four years, Darrell Bevell emerged as a finalist to take over as the Jets’ offensive coordinator.

Dave Canales News / Carolina Panthers on SI / February 11

Carolina Panthers Make Coaching Change That Could Take Dave Canales to Next Level

A head coach's assistants can be just as valuable as the head coach themselves, as so many NFL teams know. The Philadelphia Eagles are a prime example of how valuable a good coordinator actually is.

Darrell Bevell News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 11

Darrell Bevell Joining Panthers Coaching Staff

According to Tom Pelissero, the Panthers are hiring longtime NFL assistant Darrell Bevell as an associate head coach/offensive specialist. He worked with Panthers HC Dave Canales in Seattle for years and years, so there’s a lot of familiarity here.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / February 11

Carolina Panthers Projected to Snag Risky Prospect Other Teams Might Pass On

On Tuesday, Field Yates of ESPN took his turn when it came to projecting the first round of the 2026 NFL draft, which is a mere 71 days away. Depending on who you read and follow, there seems to be two primary thoughts when it comes to what position general manager Dan Morgan should opt for.

Carolina Panthers News / A to Z Sports / February 9

Panthers' rising assistant coach is getting serious looks for an opportunity to lead an elite-caliber defense

Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales scored a massive win this offseason with defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero expected to return to the staff in 2026 after interviewing for the Las Vegas Raiders head coaching position this offseason.

NFL News / Football Analysis / February 9

Former MVP Cam Newton Says $100,000 A Week Not Enough For His 8 Kids

Cam Newton might be an NFL superstar, but the reason why he’s been hitting headlines lately, has nothing to do with his talent. The former Carolina Panthers quarterback, a fromer 2015 MVP is now retired at 36 and turned all his focus to raising his 8 kids.

Carolina Panthers News / A to Z Sports / February 9

Former Pro Bowl receiver plans to help Panthers’ Xavier Legette get back on track ahead of a make-or-break season

The Carolina Panthers earned a lot of attention during the 2025-26 season after backing their way into the playoffs with an NFC South title but still giving the Los Angeles Rams a respectable fight during the NFC wild card game.

Luke Kuechly News / Last Word On Sports / February 6

Luke Kuechly’s Hall of Fame Career: From Clark Kent to Canton

Luke Kuechly’s Hall of Fame career is a study in intelligence, humility, and dominance at the most demanding position on defense. He was a man who gave everything to his teammates and always put himself in the best position for the team to succeed.

Jim Schwartz News / Yardbarker / February 7

Three ideal landing spots for Jim Schwartz in 2027

If Schwartz does sit out the 2026 season and return in 2027, here are three potential landing spots for the experienced coach.

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Tetairoa McMillan News / Last Word On Sports / February 6

Tetairoa McMillan Was Inevitable: The 2025 Offensive Rookie of the Year

Tetairoa McMillan has now become the fourth Carolina Panthers player to win Rookie of the Year, and just the second offensive player since Cam Newton in 2011 to earn the honor.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / February 6