Carolina Panthers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Dave Canales News / Carolina Panthers on SI / October 23

NFL Analyst Makes Bold Dave Canales Claim Panthers Fans Have Waited Years to Hear

For most of Dave Canales' time in Carolina, the conversation has been about what the Panthers might eventually become. There have been good stretches, some bad ones and plenty of weeks where we were left wondering whether this thing was actually headed in the right direction.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / October 23

Fifth-Round Rookie Zakee Wheatley Is Now the Panthers' Last Line Against Baker Mayfield

Carolina Panthers fans who spent April wondering who would hold down the back end have a new name to trust. Zakee Wheatley, the fifth-round pick out of Penn State, has become a key piece of a defense that now looks good enough to carry Carolina through the NFC South.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / October 23

Panthers Crack the NFL's Top 10 — And It's Getting Harder to Call It Crazy

The Panthers are 3-2, have won three of their last four and just left Philadelphia with a 25-14 win. Apparently, that's enough for at least one national writer to put Carolina among the 10 best teams in football.

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The 'Last 300-yard game by NFL team' quiz

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Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / October 23

1 Realistic Trade Deadline Move the Panthers Must Prioritize ASAP

The Carolina Panthers are, with the trade deadline inching closer, in a great position. They are so far the class of the NFC South, and they have some holes on the roster that present an opportunity for addition.

NFL News / Yardbarker

Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / October 23

The Panthers Have a Serious Conundrum Up Front

The Carolina Panthers are just five games into their 2026 season, and this certainly looks like a different team on both sides of the ball than a year ago.

Carolina Panthers News / TWSN / October 22

Riq Woolen Is the Trade Deadline Target the Carolina Panthers Need

The Carolina Panthers just faced and beat the Philadelphia Eagles to move to 3-2, but it may have just led them to have a first look at a trade deadline candidate for them.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Athlon Sports / October 22

Here's What Should Scare the Tampa Bay Buccaneers About the Carolina Panthers in Week 7

Charlotte hasn’t been a friendly stop for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers lately, and the Carolina Panthers team waiting at Bank of America Stadium on Sunday looks sturdier than usual.

NFL News / EasySportz / October 22

Panthers Set to Be Without Jaelan Phillips Against Buccaneers After Hamstring Injury

The Carolina Panthers are expected to be without one of their most important defensive players this Sunday, as outside linebacker Jaelan Phillips is unlikely to play against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers because of a hamstring injury.

Dan Morgan News / Carolina Panthers on SI / October 22

Panthers Could Face a Tough Trade Decision With One Surprising Starter

The Panthers are 3-2, so most of the talk around the trade deadline has been about who Dan Morgan could bring to Carolina. After the last few years, it's a nice change to actually be talking about adding players instead of wondering who might be headed out.

Carolina Panthers News / The Lead / October 22

Can the Carolina Panthers Justify the Hype?

In this Carolina Panthers Week 7 preview, the Panthers face their second divisional matchup of the season against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Once again, Carolina faces uncertainty at the opposing team’s starting quarterback position.

NFL News / Yardbarker

25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

NFL News / Carolina Panthers on SI / October 22

Panthers Should Be Willing to Pay Proposed Trade Cost for Eagles Defender

With the NFL trade deadline just 19 days away and after a 3-2 start to the season, the Carolina Panthers could be buyers. No, a deadline deal won't be some blockbuster move for one of the league's biggest stars, but adding an instant starter who may need a fresh start is always on the table.

Bryce Young News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 22

Panthers TE calls Bryce Young best quarterback in NFL

The Carolina Panthers are currently gearing up for their upcoming game against the divisional rival Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Panthers are coming off a recent comfortable road win over the Philadelphia Eagles, one in which quarterback Bryce Young continued to play at an elite level, as has been the case for most of this season.

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Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / October 22

Riq Woolen Fits Ejiro Evero's Scheme, and the Panthers Can't Wait Around for Jaycee Horn

Charlotte has been waiting on Jaycee Horn since late September, and ESPN’s Bill Barnwell thinks the Carolina Panthers should stop waiting. In his latest trade deadline pitches, Bill Barnwell proposed a deal that sends Eagles cornerback Riq Woolen and a 2028 sixth-round pick to Carolina for tight end Ja’Tavion Sanders and a 2028 fifth.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 22

Panthers Could Give Underutilized Vikings' Receiver a Much Bigger Role in 2026

The Carolina Panthers have a big opportunity in front of them. The team is sitting at 3-2 and in first place in the NFC South. The team is in good shape to repeat as division champs, but that doesn’t mean the roster is perfect.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / October 22

5 Realistic Panthers Trade Targets Who Won't Cost a Premium Draft Pick

The Panthers are 3-2, and I'm still getting used to saying this, but the trade deadline actually matters in Carolina this year. I'm not saying Dan Morgan should suddenly start throwing draft picks around because the Panthers have won three games.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / October 22

NFL Week 7 Expert Picks Reveal Panthers' Chances to Keep Rolling vs. Buccaneers

The Carolina Panthers have won two straight games over playoff hopefuls, and now they return home to face off with a team that's been a thorn in their side: the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

NFL News / Trade Talk Sports / October 21

Cowboys sign QB Kyle Trask: Is his seven-year wait over?

There’s something interesting about the Dallas Cowboys signing Kyle Trask to their practice squad.

Cowboys reportedly may make one more major trade after Stephen Jones tease

Cowboys' Brian Schottenheimer responds to Stephen Jones vote of confidence

ESPN analyst suggests Cowboys could sell George Pickens ahead of trade deadline

Jerry Jones reveals scenario in which Cowboys could move impact player ahead of trade deadline

The 'NFL 200-TD-pass club' quiz

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / October 21

Panthers' Edge Rushers Aren't Making a Huge Impact, But It Doesn't Matter

After the 2025 season, there was one area for the Carolina Panthers that had to be the top priority in the offseason. The Panthers were able to win the NFC South and host a playoff game despite having the worst pass rush in the NFL.

Bryce Young News / Athlon Sports / October 21

How Much Will a Bryce Young Extension Be Worth? A Growing QB Market Is Working in His Favor

Carolina Panthers fans in Charlotte have spent three years waiting to see if Bryce Young was worth the No. 1 pick. Five games into 2026, Young is setting a franchise touchdown mark, and the conversation has shifted to what his next contract will cost.

Derrick Brown News / A to Z Sports / October 21

Panthers’ Derrick Brown and USAA team up to help save lives by educating young Carolina drivers during National Teen Driver Safety Week

Derrick Brown and USAA are making a difference in the Charlotte community this week by letting young drivers know more about the do’s and dont’s that come with navigating life on the road.

Carolina Panthers News / Yardbarker / October 19

Chuba Hubbard explains how Bryce Young has given Panthers' offense confidence this season

Hubbard discussed Young's impact on the Panthers this season.

NFL Week 6 winners, losers: Caleb Williams shines, Los Angeles football is a mess

The 'Most TD's through four games' quiz

Tershawn Wharton News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 17

Panthers Activating DL Tershawn Wharton, Among Other Moves

Per Jeremy Fowler, the Panthers are activating DL Tershawn Wharton, who will debut Sunday, along with RT Taylor Moton, who is also being activated. Wharton was on the PUP list after undergoing neck surgery in May.

Tanner McKee News / Yardbarker / October 15

Get to know Eagles' Week 6 starting QB Tanner McKee

With a blood clot issue causing Jalen Hurts to sit out, an unknown quarterback commodity will start in his place when the Philadelphia Eagles face off against the Panthers in Week 6.

Eagles LBs Jihaad Campbell, Jeremiah Trotter To Split Playing Time

Two-minute drill: Intriguing primetime matchups, sloppy NFC East, Texans trade for Marvin Harrison Jr. and more

Eagles Open Four Practice Windows

Eagles are reportedly very concerned after 2-3 start to season

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