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Latest Suggestion has Panthers Replacing Bryce Young with Baker Mayfield

The Carolina Panthers and quarterback Bryce Young are at a crossroads. Young took some steps forward in 2026 and helped the team to the playoffs, but it would be nice if he could reach a new level still.

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Four Main Takeaways from Panthers' 2026 Fan Fest

The Carolina Panthers held their annual Fan Fest event on Friday night at Bank of America Stadium. It was a nice change of pace after a trying week of training camp that saw multiple serious injuries.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / August 1

Which Panthers Rookies and Second-Year Players Are Rising Fastest

The Carolina Panthers have young players in many key positions in 2026. The team is relying on these players to step up in a big way as they attempt to win the NFC South again.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / August 1

How the Panthers Failed to Set Up Adequate Offense for Another Year

Former Buccaneers’ offensive coordinator Dave Canales will begin his third NFL regular season as the head coach of the Carolina Panthers in September when the team hosts Caleb Williams and the defending NFC North champion Chicago Bears in Week 1.

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The 'Active 4th quarter comebacks' quiz

How many of the active NFL quarterbacks with at least five-career fourth quarter comebacks can you name in five minutes?

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Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / August 1

Why Ja’Tavion Sanders Has Suddenly Become Crucial for the Panthers

It’s been a rough start to training camp for the defending NFC South champions. The Carolina Panthers have lost 2025 team co-sack leader Nic Scourton to injury, a big blow for a team that has struggled to rush the passer in recent years.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Jonathon Brooks News / Carolina Panthers on SI / August 1

Why I'm Buying the Early Panthers Hype Around Jonathon Brooks

The Carolina Panthers have been getting bad news left and right at training camp. Taylor Moton kick-started the camp session by being placed on the NFI list for blood clots.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / July 31

Three Free Agent Wide Receivers Panthers Could Add to Replace Chris Brazzell II

The Carolina Panthers just got started with training camp last week, and we've already seen two serious injuries. Nic Scourton suffered a season-ending torn ACL, and then it was revealed that Chris Brazzell II will also have a season-ending surgery for a knee injury.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / July 31

Panthers are Being Majorly Overlooked Ahead of 2026 (And That's a Mistake)

The Carolina Panthers surprised people in 2025 by winning the NFC South. Sure, they did so with a losing record and a -69-scoring differential, but they won when it mattered.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / July 31

Two Panthers Position Battles in Training Camp Just Got Interesting

Who doesn't love a good camp battle? This time of year, we often see previously unknown players breakout and cement their place on the roster. This year is no different, as we've already seen several players on the Carolina Panthers show out.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / July 31

Panthers' Path to Playoffs is Not As Difficult As Everyone Seems to Think

Coming off a 2025 season in which the Carolina Panthers won the NFC South and made the playoffs, the Panthers also improved after the NFC Wild Card loss to the Los Angeles Rams.

Dan Morgan News / Athlon Sports / July 31

Three Moves Panthers' Dan Morgan Should Make Before Week 1

The Carolina Panthers have a much more talented roster today than they did two years ago. General manager Dan Morgan deserves a ton of credit for that, and the hope is that the team isn't done improving just yet.

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One player from every NFL team who will bounce back in 2026

The 2025 NFL season didn't go as smoothly as hoped for some proven players. These players are the top candidates on their respective teams to bounce back this season.

Bryce Young News / Carolina Panthers on SI / July 31

Panthers Predicted to Replace Bryce Young, But Backups Are Terrible

The Carolina Panthers are all-in on Bryce Young. The fourth-year QB has earned his spot as the starter, and it doesn't look like that's going to change any time soon, for multiple reasons.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / July 31

Good News and Bad News from First Full Week of Panthers Camp

The Carolina Panthers started training camp early on account of their early preseason thanks to the Hall of Fame Game. They just completed the first full week of practice, and so far, several things are beginning to stand out ahead of their NFC South title defense.

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Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / July 31

Panthers Bubble Watch: Who’s Safe, Who’s Sweating?

The Carolina Panthers have some heated battles going on at training camp this summer. After winning the NFC South in 2026, the team went and added more reinforcements this offseason as they look to repeat.

Bryce Young News / Carolina Panthers on SI / July 31

Bryce Young Breakout Hopes Gain Serious Momentum at Panthers Training Camp

As the Carolina Panthers navigate training camp, all eyes are on quarterback Bryce Young. Young taking the next step in his career is not only crucial for himself, but for the Panthers' 2026 season and future overall.

Carolina Panthers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 31

Panthers insider highlights player who must step up after Chris Brazzell injury

The Carolina Panthers have already been blasted by injuries to start training camp. Carolina lost rookie wide receiver Chris Brazzell for the season after he suffered an LCL injury on July 29th.

Chris Brazzell II News / Field Level Media / July 30

Panthers lose WR Chris Brazzell II to season-ending knee injury

Panthers rookie third-round pick Chris Brazzell II is out for the season just days into his first NFL training camp. The Panthers confirmed Thursday the wide receiver will undergo season-ending surgery on the lateral collateral ligament of his left knee and will be placed on injured reserve.

Jaycee Horn News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 29

Jaycee Horn’s social media shenanigans with fans get him in trouble with Panthers

Carolina Panthers cornerback Jaycee Horn avoided a serious injury after cutting his left foot in practice last week. He has been cleared to participate and activated from the NFI list amid the Panthers’ training camp at Bank of America Stadium.

Carolina Panthers News / TWSN / July 29

Cam Newton Has SEC Passing Yards Leader as QB3 in 2026 College Football Rankings

Heading into the 2026 college football season, there’s a lot of buzz around the top quarterback as the 2027 NFL draft is touted as being phenomenal at the position.

Nic Scourton News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 29

NFLPA reaches final verdict on Panthers’ Nic Scourton injury controversy

Recently, the Carolina Panthers got some unfortunate news when linebacker Nic Scourton went down with a torn ACL injury. The injury was subsequently investigated by the NFL Players’ Association due to its timing at the beginning of training camp during the five-day acclimation period that players are allotted.