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Panthers legend Jake Delhomme leaves no doubt how he feels about former Carolina QB Sam Darnold

Former Carolina Panthers quarterback Sam Darnold will compete in Super Bowl LX after leading the Seattle Seahawks to a win over the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday in the NFC Championship game.

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Panthers Insider Pumps Brakes on Ickey Ekwonu Replacement in First Round

The Carolina Panthers suddenly need a left tackle after Ikem Ekwonu's injury. He may not play at all in 2026, and if he does, he will be out for a chunk of the season.

Xavier Legette News / Carolina Panthers on SI / January 26

Xavier Legette’s Future to Remain in Carolina For Now, NFL Insider Claims

The best way to describe the second season for Carolina Panthers wide receiver Xavier Legette is forgettable. Legette never really found his groove throughout the year, and his numbers dipped from what was realistically a mediocre rookie campaign as well.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / January 26

PFF Makes Plain Carolina Panthers' Biggest Offseason Priority

Carolina Panthers’ general manager Dan Morgan did a solid job last offseason adding talent and bringing the franchise back from two troubling seasons. The team did finish below .500 in 2025 for the eighth consecutive year, but the good news was that Dave Canales’s club finished 8-9 and won the NFC South for the first time since 2015.

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The 'Youngest Conference Champ QBs' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks in NFL history to win a Conference Championship game before turning 27 years old can you name in five minutes?

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Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / January 26

3 Options for Panthers' Rumored Interest in 'Fast, Shifty' Wide Receiver

The Carolina Panthers have a few big-bodied receivers on the roster. Tetairoa McMillan is 6'4", Xavier Legette is 6'3", and Jalen Coker is as well. They've got the size that few teams can rival.

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The best one-and-done playoff teams in NFL history

The best teams do not always win the Super Bowl. Sometimes, great NFL squads have failed to win a playoff game. Here are the best ones since the AFL-NFL merger to fall short of advancing in a postseason bracket.

NFL News / Carolina Panthers on SI / January 26

Panthers CB Mike Jackson Did Something Not Even All-Pro Devon Witherspoon Could

The NFC Championship Game featured the two top contenders for Offensive Player of the Year in Puka Nacua and Jaxon Smith-Njigba. Oh, and Davante Adams.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / January 26

Super Bowl 60 Matchup Provides Ugly Measuring Stick for 2025 Panthers

The Super Bowl is set. After a couple thrilling Championship Games, the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks will face off in a very different-looking rematch of the infamous Russell Wilson interception on the one-yard line game.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 25

NFC Notes: Julian Blackmon, Chuba Hubbard, Dan Morgan, Panthers, Saints

Panthers RB Chuba Hubbard spoke about how HC Dave Canales is changing the culture in Carolina and said his energy is infectious. “I mean, when you’re trying

Bryce Young News / Carolina Panthers on SI / January 25

Carolina Panthers Insider Reveals Confidence Level With Bryce Young

How do the Carolina Panthers feel about Bryce Young? They seem to feel pretty good about him, as they wasted no time revealing their plans for the precious fifth-year option and have even said they're internally discussing whether to start extension talks.

Ikem Ekwonu News / Carolina Panthers on SI / January 25

Why Panthers Tackle Ikem Ekwonu Might Not Be Irreplaceable

The Carolina Panthers no longer have a good plan at left tackle. They had picked up Ikem Ekwonu's fifth-year option, meaning he will not hit free agency this year and will remain under contract for at least one more season.

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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 / January 24

Chart Reveals Most Troubling Fact About Carolina Panthers' Defense

The Carolina Panthers once again had one of the worst pass rushes in the entire NFL. They were second-to-last in sacks despite drafting two edge rushers and signing a third.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / January 24

Carolina Panthers Linked to 2x Super Bowl Champion in Free Agency

PFF released its ideal landing spots for some of the most notable free agents in the NFL, listing where they would fit best and why that is. Some of the

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Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / January 24

NFL Mock Draft Thankfully Forecasts Panthers Taking First Clemson Star

In 2023, the Carolina Panthers finished dead last in the NFL with only 27 sacks. One season later, the team totaled 32 quarterback traps—tied for the third-fewest in the league.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / January 23

Panthers Curiously Target WR in Latest Mock Draft

Another day, another mock draft. With 90 days until draft day, Fansided’s NFL Spinzone has released a mock with a different approach to the selection process for the Carolina Panthers.

Jalen Coker News / Carolina Panthers on SI / January 23

Panthers Have Big Jalen Coker Decision Coming in Free Agency

The Carolina Panthers are expected to have a busy offseason trying to figure out how to improve the team. The Panthers will look to sign some free agents on the outside, but they would also benefit from re-signing some of their own.

Tetairoa McMillan News / Carolina Panthers on SI / January 23

Tetairoa McMillan Accurately Draws Mike Evans, Ja'Marr Chase Comparisons

ESPN recently took a look at the NFC South, captured by the 8-9 Carolina Panthers in 2025. Numerous contributors responded to questions regarding the teams’ quarterback, their rookies, and the division’s rivalries.

Carolina Panthers News / A to Z Sports / January 23

National media outlet says a former Super Bowl hero would be a perfect free agent fit for the Carolina Panthers

The Carolina Panthers are looking to take a big step forward in 2026 after winning the NFC South in 2025. Carolina made the playoffs this season for the first time since 2017.

Xavier Legette News / Carolina Panthers on SI / January 23

Panthers Have 'Full Faith' in Xavier Legette For No Apparent Reason

Through two full seasons, Xavier Legette has not recorded 100 total catches or 1,000 total yards. He has just seven touchdowns in 31 games. For comparison, rookie Tetairoa McMillan has over 1,000 yards and seven TDs in one season.

Bryce Young News / Carolina Panthers on SI / January 23

Panthers Incomprehensibly Projected to Replace Bryce Young in First Round of Draft

The Carolina Panthers have a lot of needs in the draft, and while defense is in much worse shape, there are still holes on offense. Tight end, wide receiver, offensive tackle, and maybe a center should be considered.

Andre Levrone News / Larry Brown Sports / January 22

Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone announces big personal news

Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone is about to become a mother. The United States sprinting sensation McLaughlin-Levrone announced the exciting news on Thursday that she is expecting her first child with husband Andre Levrone.

Carolina Panthers News / A to Z Sports / January 22

ESPN thinks the Carolina Panthers could trade a former first round draft pick during the offseason

The Carolina Panthers' top objective this offseason is obvious -- make the necessary improvements to get this team past the first round of the playoffs.