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NFL News / Carolina Panthers on SI / September 19

What NFL Week 2 Picks Reveal About Panthers-Falcons NFC South Tilt

The Carolina Panthers are visiting the Atlanta Falcons this week. They're favored, and it appears to be just the sort of matchup they need to get right defensively and get into the win column in 2026.

NFL News / Carolina Panthers on SI / September 19

3 Storylines I'm Watching Most in Panthers' Week 2 Matchup Against Falcons

The Carolina Panthers are facing the Atlanta Falcons this week. There will be plenty of things to watch out for, but what stands out? Truthfully, I’m not expecting Carolina to come out Sunday and look like one of the best defenses in the NFL.

Carolina Panthers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 19

Panthers Elevate S Isaiah Simmons & LB Jeremiah Moon For Week 2

For the second straight week, the Panthers announced they have elevated S Isaiah Simmons and LB Jeremiah Moon to their active roster. Simmons, 27, was a two-year starter at Clemson and won the Butkus Award as college football’s best linebacker in 2019.

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Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / September 19

3 Things the Panthers Absolutely Have to Show in Week 2 (Besides a Win)

Obviously, the most important thing for the Carolina Panthers on Sunday is finding a way to leave Atlanta with a win. After starting the season with a 59-37 loss to Chicago, nobody is going to complain about how it looks if Carolina can find a way to get back to 1-1.

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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 / Athlon Sports / September 19

Falcons' Quarterback Decision is Great News for Panthers in Week 2

The Carolina Panthers and Atlanta Falcons are preparing to battle in Week 2. Both teams, as well as the two other teams in the NFC South, lost in Week 1.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / September 19

Todd McShay's NFL Mock Draft Gives Carolina Panthers a Bryce Young Replacement

It's a make-or-break season for Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young. Young has struggled for the most part during his career, and while he took a step forward in 2025, it wasn't big enough to cement himself.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / September 19

Week 2 Fantasy Projections for Panthers Stars Jalen Coker, Jonathon Brooks & More

Well, well, well. It is only one game, but it sure looks like the Carolina Panthers have a truly fantasy-relevant offense for the first time since maybe 2020.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / September 19

Panthers Red Zone Report: Why Drives Succeeded & How We Move Forward in Week 2

On Sunday against the Chicago Bears, the Carolina Panthers were a perfect 4/4 on red-zone opportunities. It's obviously just one game, but the Panthers only scored on 42.1% of their trips last year, good for 21st in the NFL.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / September 18

One Carolina Panther Who Must Step Up in Week 2 Against Falcons

The Carolina Panthers face a big Week 2 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons. It may seem crazy to say a Week 2 game is very important, but in this case, it’s true.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / September 18

Friday Injury Update for Panthers Includes Bad News for Defensive Line

The Carolina Panthers have a big opportunity in Week 2. Every single NFC South team lost in Week 1, so the Panthers have a chance to get the first divisional win of the season.

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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.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / September 18

Panthers Embrace Youth Movement on Offensive Line in Latest 2027 Mock Draft

The Carolina Panthers‘ 2026 season just started, but it’s never too early to think about next year’s draft. The 2027 draft class is projected to be loaded with top-end talent, so it’s exciting to look ahead.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 18

3 Burning Questions Ahead of Panthers' Week 2 Matchup vs. Falcons

The Carolina Panthers can’t wait to put Week 1 completely behind them. The best way to do that would be to pick up a convincing win over the Atlanta Falcons in Week 2.

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Carolina Panthers News / TWSN / September 17

The Carolina Panthers Defense Will Be Their Downfall If...

The Carolina Panthers opened their season with a resounding 59-37 defeat to the Chicago Bears at home. The opening three quarters were a shootout between two former No.

Ejiro Evero News / A to Z Sports / September 17

Panthers’ Ejiro Evero sends a clear message after a rough Week 1 showing and now it’s time to see what changes for his unit

The Carolina Panthers defensive performance in Week 1 was beyond embarrassing and leaves a lot of questions for Ejiro Evero going into Week 2 to see how this unit actually improves.

Carolina Panthers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 17

Panthers Sign WR E.J. Williams

The Carolina Panthers announced they have signed WR E.J. Williams to the practice squad. The Panthers mentioned they considered re-signing WR Jimmy Horn Jr.

Carolina Panthers News / A to Z Sports / September 17

Panthers’ latest roster decision is now set in stone after another team made a move for their former draft pick

After being waived by the Carolina Panthers, former sixth-round wide receiver Jimmy Horn Jr. has landed with the Cleveland Browns and now it’s time for the Panthers to fully move on.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 18

Browns' latest signing adds intrigue to Watson, Sanders situation

Browns' latest signing adds intrigue to Deshaun Watson, Shedeur Sanders situation

Numerous members of the NFL community believe that first-year Browns HC Todd Monken could bench Watson in favor of Sanders either during or after Cleveland's Week 2 game at the Tampa Bay Buccaneers this coming Sunday.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / September 16

Falcons leave door open to start one of four quarterbacks vs. Panthers

Cooper Rush went 12-for-22 passing with 143 yards, a touchdown, two interceptions and a league-worst 2.6 adjusted QBR in Atlanta's 20-13 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sept. 13.

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