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Panthers break 5-year drought with SNF win vs. Lions

Panthers break 5-year drought with SNF win vs. Lions

The Carolina Panthers finally broke through under the brightest lights. By defeating the Detroit Lions 32-26 on Sunday Night Football at Bank of America Stadium, Carolina improved to 2-2.

Carolina Panthers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 5
Panthers HC Dave Canales’ admission makes Tetairoa McMillan’s SNF start more impressive

Panthers HC Dave Canales’ admission makes Tetairoa McMillan’s SNF start more impressive

Dave Canales was honest about Tetairoa McMillan’s form heading into Week 4 before the star receiver dominated in the Carolina Panthers’ 32-26 win over the Detroit Lions on Sunday night.

Carolina Panthers News / Field Level Media / October 5
Bryce Young, Tetairoa McMillan’s connection leads Panthers past Lions

Bryce Young, Tetairoa McMillan’s connection leads Panthers past Lions

Carolina's Bryce Young threw two touchdown passes to Tetairoa McMillan and the injury-riddled Panthers defense limited the Detroit Lions to two touchdowns in a 32-26 victory Sunday night in Charlotte.

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The '2009 NFL Week 1 starting QBs' quiz

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

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.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / October 4
9 Winners and 9 Losers from Panthers' Exhilarating Victory Over Lions

9 Winners and 9 Losers from Panthers' Exhilarating Victory Over Lions

The Carolina Panthers hadn't been on Sunday Night Football in 10 years. Finally given another shot, they did not waste their shot. The Panthers' offense was electric, but which players stood out on their own, for better or worse?

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 5
'SNF' takeaways: Bryce Young leads Panthers to upset win over Lions

'SNF' takeaways: Bryce Young leads Panthers to upset win over Lions

On a night when defense was optional, quarterback Bryce Young was instrumental in a 32-26 win as the Carolina Panthers outlasted the Detroit Lions on "Sunday Night Football."

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Jalen Coker News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 4
Panthers’ Jalen Coker gets final injury status for Week 4 Lions clash

Panthers’ Jalen Coker gets final injury status for Week 4 Lions clash

As the Carolina Panthers face increasing injuries early in the 2026 season, wide receiver Jalen Coker has been listed as one of four questionable players for their challenging Sunday Night Football matchup against the Detroit Lions.

NFL News / Carolina Panthers on SI / October 4
3 Bold Predictions for Panthers in Crucial Battle With Lions

3 Bold Predictions for Panthers in Crucial Battle With Lions

I'm not going to sit here and pretend I feel great about the Panthers' chances Sunday night. Detroit is really good, Carolina is beat up, and after three games, I still don't know which version of this team is going to show up.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

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.

NFL News / Carolina Panthers on SI / October 4
Lions' Wobbly Defense Has Tall Order on Sunday Night vs. Panthers

Lions' Wobbly Defense Has Tall Order on Sunday Night vs. Panthers

There should be plenty of points put on the scoreboard at Bank of America Stadium this evening as the 2-1 Detroit Lions visit the 1-2 Carolina Panthers.

Xavier Legette News / Athlon Sports / October 4
The Xavier Legette Experience May Be Over for the Carolina Panthers

The Xavier Legette Experience May Be Over for the Carolina Panthers

The Carolina Panthers have to be disappointed this weekend. The team decided to place wide receiver Xavier Legette on injured reserve. Legette has been dealing with a knee injury and missed Week 3.

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NFL News / Carolina Panthers on SI / October 4
5 Key Things to Know About Lions vs. Panthers in Week 4

5 Key Things to Know About Lions vs. Panthers in Week 4

A season ago, the Carolina Panthers finished 8-9 and wound up winning the NFC South for the first time since 2015. Meanwhile, the Detroit Lions’ 9-8 resume was good enough for last place in the NFC North.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / October 4
3 Panthers Players Who Have to Step Up to Beat Lions

3 Panthers Players Who Have to Step Up to Beat Lions

I'm almost afraid to look at the Panthers' injury report anymore. Jaycee Horn and Mike Jackson are out, Damien Lewis is out, and Xavier Legette is on injured reserve.

Jalen Coker News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 4
Jalen Coker fantasy managers need to make alternative plans for Week 4

Jalen Coker fantasy managers need to make alternative plans for Week 4

The Carolina Panthers are dealing with several injuries before their Week 4 matchup on Sunday Night Football. Carolina will face Detroit in a game that feels like a must-win for both sides.

Carolina Panthers News / A to Z Sports / October 4
Panthers latest injury update puts even more pressure on Bryce Young and Tetairoa McMillan going into Sunday Night Football

Panthers latest injury update puts even more pressure on Bryce Young and Tetairoa McMillan going into Sunday Night Football

Carolina Panthers wide receiver Jalen Coker is unlikely to play on Sunday night against the Detroit Lions, adding even more pressure onto the shoulders of quarterback Bryce Young and wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / October 4
Fantasy Football Start or Sit Week 4: Bryce Young, Tetairoa McMillan, Darren Waller

Fantasy Football Start or Sit Week 4: Bryce Young, Tetairoa McMillan, Darren Waller

The Carolina Panthers' primetime return is here, playing on Sunday Night Football for the first time in a decade. Carolina enters this Week 4 matchup as a home underdog, while the Detroit Lions come into town looking to steal a road win behind an explosive offense.

Xavier Legette News / Field Level Media / October 3
Panthers place WR Xavier Legette on IR

Panthers place WR Xavier Legette on IR

The Carolina Panthers placed wide receiver Xavier Legette on injured reserve Saturday due to a knee injury. He is set to miss at least the next four weeks.

Dave Canales News / Athlon Sports / October 3
How Dave Canales Is Keeping the Panthers Together With Both Starting Corners on IR

How Dave Canales Is Keeping the Panthers Together With Both Starting Corners on IR

Dave Canales has spent the week coaching a Carolina Panthers roster that keeps getting smaller. Cornerbacks Jaycee Horn and Mike Jackson both went on injured reserve Wednesday, and two more starters were ruled out for Sunday night’s game against the Detroit Lions.

Carolina Panthers News / The Lead / October 2
Can the Panthers Defy the Odds on Sunday Night Football?

Can the Panthers Defy the Odds on Sunday Night Football?

Last week’s game took a heavy toll on Panthers fans, not only mentally in the loss but physically with the laundry list of accumulated injuries. But like the forward march of time, the Panthers must move on.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / October 2
Panthers Friday Injury Report: Are Xavier Legette and Jalen Coker Playing in Week 4?

Panthers Friday Injury Report: Are Xavier Legette and Jalen Coker Playing in Week 4?

The Carolina Panthers are probably dealing with more injuries than any other team in the league right now. The team saw starting corners Jaycee Horn and Mike Jackson go on injured reserve this week, and there are about 20 other players who are also dealing with some kind of ailment.

Damien Lewis News / Pro Football Rumors / October 2
Panthers LG Damien Lewis To Miss Time With Elbow Injury

Panthers LG Damien Lewis To Miss Time With Elbow Injury

Panthers left guard Damien Lewis is expected to miss time with a UCL injury in his elbow, per NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo. Carolina’s Week 5 bye could limit his absence to just one game, but concerns about a “tear in his elbow” and a second opinion could change that timeline, according to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler.

Maema Njongmeta News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 30

Panthers Plan To Re-Sign LB Maema Njongmeta To Practice Squad

The Carolina Panthers plan to bring back former LB Maema Njongmeta to their practice squad, according to Mike Kaye. Njongmeta was waived by the team a couple of days ago and he cleared waivers.

Jaycee Horn News / Pro Football Rumors / September 30
Panthers Place CBs Jaycee Horn, Mike Jackson On IR

Panthers Place CBs Jaycee Horn, Mike Jackson On IR

The Panthers will go without starting cornerbacks Jaycee Horn and Mike Jackson for at least four games apiece. The club placed the pair on injured reserve on Wednesday.

Carolina Panthers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 30
Panthers Put CBs Jaycee Horn & Michael Jackson On Injured Reserve

Panthers Put CBs Jaycee Horn & Michael Jackson On Injured Reserve

The Carolina Panthers announced they have put both starting CBs Jaycee Horn and Michael Jackson on injured reserve.  Horn has a significant quad injury and will probably miss multiple months.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 30
NFL Week 4 prime-time predictions: Bryce Young-led Panthers shock Lions in battle of high-octane offenses

NFL Week 4 prime-time predictions: Bryce Young-led Panthers shock Lions in battle of high-octane offenses

Each week, Yardbarker previews prime-time NFL games on Thursday, Sunday and Monday night, predicting the result of each. Here are our Week 4 picks.

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Jaycee Horn News / Yardbarker / September 28
Panthers defense suffers massive blow with Horn injury news

Panthers defense suffers massive blow with Jaycee Horn injury news

Horn cannot catch a break when it comes to injuries.

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Devin Lloyd News / Yardbarker / September 25
Panthers to be without Devin Lloyd after dominant Week 2 performance

Panthers to be without Devin Lloyd after dominant Week 2 performance

The Carolina Panthers spent big money in the offseason to make significant upgrades to their defense. One of the players that Carolina eventually landed was linebacker Devin Lloyd.

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