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Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / October 20

3 Panthers Who Came Out of Nowhere in Sunday's Win Over the Eagles

There are some pretty easy choices if we're talking about the biggest names from the Panthers' 25-14 win over Philadelphia. Chuba Hubbard ran for 120 yards, Bryce Young threw for 281, and Jalen Coker had 97 yards in his first game back.

Carolina Panthers News / A to Z Sports / October 20

Former Panthers legend just gave ESPN a perfect solution to its latest problem, and it’s hard to argue against it

With Troy Aikman’s deal with ESPN coming to a close after the 2026 season, former Carolina Panthers linebacker Thomas Davis advocated for the perfect replacement to join Joe Buck on Monday Night Football.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / October 20

Panthers' Super Bowl Odds Continue to Climb After Impressive Road Win

The Carolina Panthers did what they were supposed to do: control the game and find a win on the road against a depleted Philadelphia Eagles team. The 25-14 win moves Carolina to 3-2 on the season and gives them a steady cushion atop the NFC South.

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NFL News / Carolina Panthers on SI / October 20

The Panthers Won in Philadelphia — Here's What I'm Buying and What I'm Not

The Panthers went into Philadelphia and came away with a 25-14 win, and there was plenty to like about what they did. Carolina moved the ball, Bryce Young made some big throws, and the defense never let the Eagles get much going.

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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.

NFL News / Carolina Panthers on SI / October 20

Early Panthers-Buccaneers Odds Revealed, But There's a Big Catch

The Carolina Panthers are coming off two straight wins (sandwiching a needed bye week) to surge into first place in the NFC South. They were favored last time out on the road against the Philadelphia Eagles, but only after some late injury updates for Philly.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / October 20

The Panthers Finally Won the Kind of Game They Usually Find a Way to Lose

Not every win is going to look good, and Sunday's 25-14 win over Philadelphia definitely didn't. The Panthers committed 13 penalties for a franchise-record 149 yards, couldn't run the ball early, and let an Eagles team missing several key players hang around way longer than it should have.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / October 20

Panthers’ Week 1 Defensive Disaster Becoming a Distant Memory

In 2024, the Carolina Panthers fielded one of the worst defensive units in the league in recent memory. The team was dead last in total defense and rushing defense in terms of yards allowed.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / October 19

3 Panthers Who Made a Statement in Philadelphia & 1 Thing Carolina Can't Ignore

The Panthers came out of the bye and took care of business Sunday, beating the Eagles 25-14 in Philadelphia to improve to 3-2. It wasn't always pretty, especially with all the penalties, but Carolina was the better team for most of the afternoon.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 20

The top two picks in the 2023 NFL Draft have excelled in Year 4

The Panthers' Bryce Young and the Texans' C.J. Stroud have played some of the cleanest football in the NFL.

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

Marvin Harrison Jr. shows what he can provide to Texans in debut

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Bryce Young News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 19

Why Ex-NFL player urges Panthers to give Bryce Young major payday sooner rather than later

The Carolina Panthers got another huge win in Week 6. Carolina took care of a reeling Philadelphia team in an ugly 25-14 victory on the road. One Panthers player comes out of that game looking pretty good while in the middle of a contract year.

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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.

Dave Canales News / A to Z Sports / October 19

Carolina Panthers HC Dave Canales has an uncomfortable decision to consider after veteran’s impressive return

The Carolina Panthers welcomed veteran right tackle Taylor Moton back to the lineup on Sunday and his performance in his first game back opened up an uncomfortable conversation for head coach Dave Canales to weigh.

Dave Canales News / Carolina Panthers on SI / October 19

Dave Canales Had Two Weeks to Prepare. Did Panthers Coach Pass the Test?

Coming out of a bye week, I expect a team to look better. It doesn't have to be perfect, but with an extra week to look at what's working and what isn't, I want to see some evidence that the time off actually helped.

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Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / October 19

Overreaction? Panthers Winning Ugly Cements Them as Playoff Contender

Admittedly, it’s a division that has had its issues as of late as a whole. Dating back to 2022, there has been only one example, the 2024 Tampa Bay Buccaneers, of an NFC South team finishing the season with a winning record.

Ainias Smith News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 19

Colts Working Out Two Receivers Including Ainias Smith

Aaron Wilson of KPRC reports the Colts are hosting WRs Ainias Smith and Courtney Jackson for workouts on Monday. Smith, 25, declared for the draft after his fifth year at Texas A&M.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / October 19

Panthers Could Turn to Old Friend to Replace Jaycee Horn, Mike Jackson Ahead of Trade Deadline

The Carolina Panthers picked up another win in Week 6 and are firmly sitting atop the NFC South. However, this division is always unpredictable, so the Panthers can’t be complacent.

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.

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Bryce Young News / Athlon Sports / October 19

Is Bryce Young Breaking Out? Panthers QB Sets a Franchise Touchdown Mark Through Five Games

Yes, Bryce Young is breaking out, and the Carolina Panthers have the numbers to prove it. His 19-yard touchdown pass to Tommy Tremble in the fourth quarter

NFL News / A to Z Sports / October 19

Panthers found a way to win ugly in Philadelphia and showed why there’s reason for optimism despite the clear flaws

The Carolina Panthers improved to 3-2 after grinding out a win against a very short-handed Philadelphia Eagles team. There’s plenty to clean up, but still plenty to be excited about.

Carolina Panthers News / Pro Football Rumors / October 17

Panthers Activate Three From Reserve Lists

As the Panthers prepare to visit a depleted Eagles team, they are getting the additional benefit of returning a few key reinforcements. According to ESPN’s Mike Kaye, Carolina has activated right tackle Taylor Moton and running Trevor Etienne on offense and defensive lineman Tershawn Wharton on defense.

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

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Taylor Moton News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 14

NFC Notes: Taylor Moton, Michael Penix, Cam Jackson, Falcons, Panthers

Ian Rapoport reports that Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. (ribs) practiced on Wednesday, which bodes well for his Week 6 availability. Panthers HC Dave Canales said DT Cam Jackson is scheduled to undergo season-ending shoulder surgery, per Mike Kaye.

Carolina Panthers News / Pro Football Rumors / October 13

Panthers Make Handful Of Moves

The Panthers made a series of roster moves on Tuesday, per Darin Gantt of the team’s website. In addition to opening the 21-day practice windows for right tackle Taylor Moton, defensive tackle Tershawn Wharton and running back Trevor Etienne, Carolina placed DT Cam Jackson on IR with a shoulder injury.

Jalen Coker News / Yardbarker / October 12