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Carolina Panthers News / A to Z Sports / April 21

Panthers WR Tetairoa McMillan pounds the table for Carolina to target his former college teammate in 2026 NFL Draft

The Carolina Panthers had a homerun in the 2025 NFL Draft after selecting wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan and now the team’s former first-round pick is making a strong sales pitch for his former Arizona teammate.

Dan Morgan News / Carolina Panthers on SI / April 21

Dan Morgan Should Break Panthers' Draft History and Swap With Rams for Caleb Downs

We have written a ton about whether or not the Carolina Panthers will trade down in the NFL draft. It seems like an extremely viable and potentially brilliant strategy for Dan Morgan to employ.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / April 21

Panthers reunite with an old friend ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft despite doing ample homework on the rookie class at the position

The Carolina Panthers did extensive work on the incoming quarterback class ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft to land a long-term backup behind Bryce Young, instead the team decided to reunite with a former third-round pick.

Tony Romo News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Passing leaders by NFL team' quiz

How many of the QBs with the most passing yards in a season for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'Last 4K-yard passer by NFL team' quiz

The '40-passing-TD NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Most 1K-rushing-yard NFL seasons' quiz

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / April 21

Panthers Can Still Address WR Need Without Surrendering Premium Draft Picks

In 2025, the Carolina Panthers used the eighth overall pick in the draft on University of Arizona wideout Tetairoa McMillan. He started all 17 games and led Dave Canales’s club with 70 catches, 1,014 receiving yards and seven TD receptions—earning NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year honors.

NFL News / Yardbarker

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 / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 20

Panthers’ perfect 2026 NFL Draft trade

It’s going to be an interesting draft for the Carolina Panthers. Will they add another weapon for Bryce Young? And if they decide to make a deal, here is the Panthers’ perfect 2026 NFL Draft trade.

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.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / April 20

5 Bold Predictions for the Panthers in the NFL Draft

The Carolina Panthers have their most important draft in the Bryce Young era starting this Thursday, and while there are a ton of different projections

Bryce Young News / Carolina Panthers on SI / April 20

Bryce Young’s spot is Fair, But Cam Newton’s Ranking Among No. 1 Draft Picks Isn't

NFL Draft week is here, and it brings back memories of drafts before this year, remembering draft picks that panned out, picks that ended up being busts, steals of the draft, and more.

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.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / April 20

What Happens If the Panthers Trade Down? Mapping Every Realistic Scenario

Carolina Panthers GM Dan Morgan has been one of the most aggressive GMs in the draft since taking over in 2024. He's set to helm his third draft, and there's a good chance the Panthers move up or down the draft board at various spots.

NFL News / Yardbarker

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

2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

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 / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most Pro Bowls by NFL franchise' quiz

How many of the players from every NFL franchise with the most Pro Bowl appearances can you name in five minutes?

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / April 19

One Perfect WR Target for the Panthers in Every Round of the NFL Draft

The Carolina Panthers need a wide receiver. Fortunately, they do have Tetairoa McMillan and Jalen Coker, so they don't have to spend a first-round pick on one.

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The 'NBA minutes-per-game leaders' quiz

The 'Stanley Cup Playoff hat-tricks' quiz

The 'Most NBA-debut points by NBA team' quiz

The 'Multiple 200 three-pointer seasons' quiz

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.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / April 18

25 Best NFL Draft Fits for the Panthers - Ranked by Round and Impact

The Carolina Panthers have their own big board, and no one knows who is on it or how they rank. But based on their pre-draft activity, team fits, and prospect strengths, we can project a few options at each of their selections.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / April 18

Despite Heavy Investments, Panthers Must Keep Investing in One Major Place

The last two offseasons have seen a major, concentrated effort by the Carolina Panthers to repair their defense. The vast majority of the impressive total they have spent under GM Dan Morgan has gone to that side of the ball.

NFL News / Carolina Panthers on SI / April 17

NFL Analyst Wrongly Thinks Panthers Won’t Land Any of Top WR Prospects

The NFL Draft is now less than a week away. As the draft gets closer and closer, it feels like there’s a clearer idea of who will be taken where and which positions each team will target.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / April 17

Panthers Could Trade Up For Dillon Thieneman But Should Stand Pat at 19 Instead

There are some prospects that the Carolina Panthers absolutely should trade up for if they find themselves anywhere near the 19th pick. Rueben Bain Jr., Caleb Downs, and Sonny Styles are those prospects.

NFL News / Carolina Panthers on SI / April 17

Troll-Intentioned Mock Draft Actually Gives Panthers Exactly What They Need

CBS Sports writer Garrett Podell has been doing mock drafts all offseason. He's given the Carolina Panthers Denzel Boston, Kenyon Sadiq, and other prospects.