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Grading The Day 3 Picks: Carolina rounds out the 2026 class with high upside players in the secondary plus a long-term center

The Carolina Panthers finalized the 2026 NFL Draft class on Saturday with four selections that came at really strong values while adding more competition at key positions.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / April 25

Carolina Panthers Come Out In Solid Shape After Trade-Fest Results in CB Will Lee

The Carolina Panthers had the 119th pick, then they traded down. Then they traded down again, going to 124 and then settling at 129. There, they selected Texas A&M cornerback Will Lee.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / April 25

Carolina Panthers 4-Round Mock Draft: Projecting Final Picks in 2026

Today, the Carolina Panthers will, barring some trades, make their final four picks in the NFL draft. It's the last chance to nab impact players (before the UDFA signing becomes a free-for-all) that can help them defend their NFC South crown.

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Dan Morgan News / A to Z Sports / April 25

Panthers Day 3 Mock Draft: Dan Morgan rounds out the 2026 class with four more selections that include a top-ranked center

The Carolina Panthers enter into Day 3 of the 2026 NFL Draft with four more selections to continue rounding out an already impressive rookie haul led by general manager Dan Morgan.

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First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

Teams are finalizing their Big Boards with much of NFL free agency in the rearview mirror. There's a look at the least first-round mock draft as of April 8, 2026.

Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay, Dane Brugler all link Ty Simpson with one team

Predraft visit fuels speculation regarding certain Cardinals move

Panthers may be hoping this offensive weapon falls to them in first round of NFL Draft

Jermod McCoy hit with massive injury red flag days before NFL Draft

Mel Kiper Jr., Dane Brugler share huge predictions about blockbuster Cowboys, Browns NFL Draft trade

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / April 25

A Worrying Trend is Beginning to Emerge for the Carolina Panthers' NFL Draft

The Carolina Panthers said before the NFL draft that they weren't going to draft for depth. They also said they'd employ a "best player available" strategy, and through three rounds, they definitely have done that.

Carolina Panthers News / A to Z Sports / April 24

Grading The Pick: Panthers GM Dan Morgan trades up to land Lee Hunter amid a run of defensive tackles in the second-round

The Carolina Panthers made a slight push up the board in the second-round of the 2026 NFL Draft to continue attacking the trenches, this time with a massive interior defensive lineman.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / April 24

Winners and Losers From Carolina Panthers' Surprising Monroe Freeling Pick

Perhaps surprisingly, the Carolina Panthers drafted tackle Monroe Freeling in the first round of the NFL draft on Thursday. They seemed to be honed in on either a pass-catcher or a safety.

NFL News / Inside The Rink / April 23

ECHL: South Carolina Stingrays Announce 2026 Kelly Cup Playoff Roster

The South Carolina Stingrays announced their roster for the 2026 Kelly Cup Playoffs on Tuesday, April 21, locking in a group that reflects both production and depth heading into the postseason.

Tetairoa McMillan News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 21

Tetairoa McMillan reveals 220-pound challenge he failed at last season

Tetairoa McMillan arrived in Carolina as one of the most physically gifted wide receiver prospects in recent memory, a 6-foot-5 pass-catcher with elite contested-catch ability, long speed, and the kind of frame that made NFL teams drool during the pre-draft process.

Carolina Panthers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 21

Panthers QB reunion gives them backup to Bryce Young, Kenny Pickett

The Carolina Panthers are ready to make some noise during the 2026 NFL Draft. Carolina looks primed to add more playmakers around Bryce Young before a crucial 2026 season.

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2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.

2026 NFL Draft: 25 prospects who are diamonds in the rough

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NFL Draft: Fernando Mendoza’s big issue among latest intel

Penn State's Drew Allar sends message to teams ahead of NFL Draft

NFL GM makes prediction about Giants, Caleb Downs draft rumors

Carolina Panthers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 20

Panthers WR Jalen Coker & Brycen Tremayne Sign ERFA Tender

Panthers WR Jalen Coker and WR Brycen Tremayne have officially signed their exclusive rights tenders, the team announced. Coker is someone who has come up as a candidate for a longer-term deal and a raise, but for now he will sign his tender to get on the field for the start of the offseason program.

Jalen Coker News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 20

Panthers WR Jalen Coker Expected To Sign ERFA Tender

Per Mike Kaye, Panthers WR Jalen Coker is expected to sign his exclusive rights free agent tender today so he can participate in the offseason program.

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Carolina Panthers News / Pro Football Rumors / April 18

Panthers Open To Drafting WR In First Round

Dan Morgan has been in place as the Panthers’ general manager since 2024. During each of his first two drafts at the helm, Carolina has selected a receiver in the first round.