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Jaelan Phillips News / Carolina Panthers on SI / April 13

Jaelan Phillips to Panthers One of the Worst FA Deals? Not So Fast

The Carolina Panthers adopted an incredibly aggressive approach in free agency for a couple of reasons. Conservativism cost them with Milton Williams last year, for one thing.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / April 13

NFL Mock Features Panthers Curveball That Might Just Be Brilliant

Now just 10 days away, the NFL Draft looms large over every team in the NFL, and certainly over the Carolina Panthers, who have some added pressure to nail this draft with how aggressive they were in free agency.

Carolina Panthers News / A to Z Sports / April 13

Panthers heavily linked to drafting a top pass catcher at No. 19 as multiple standout prospects emerge as ideal fits

The Carolina Panthers are hunting to add another top weapon for QB Bryce Young in the 2026 NFL Draft and will have to wait out the board before striking on their top option with the 19th overall pick in the first-round.

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NFL News / Carolina Panthers on SI / April 13

Panthers Not Signing Seahawks Superstar FA Might've Been Stroke of Genius

With Rico Dowdle set to leave in free agency and an offense that relied on him and other running backs so heavily, the Carolina Panthers seemed like a logical landing spot for some good free-agent running backs.

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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.

NFL Draft intel: Carnell Tate's stock soaring, pass-rusher debate, more

Steelers eyeing small-school standout who could be a hidden gem

Steelers' potential 2026 NFL Draft plans contradict claims about QB Will Howard

Concerns surrounding Rueben Bain Jr. may work in Cowboys' favor

Jeremiyah Love hypes fellow Notre Dame RB Jadarian Price ahead of draft

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / April 13

Panthers Should Be Wary of Dillon Thieneman, Monroe Freeling in NFL Draft

The Carolina Panthers have been linked to a ton of prospects during the pre-draft process. This is standard fare, but it does make it a little difficult to parse through which ones are actually on the team's draft board.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / April 11

Top WR Prospect Could be Hinting That He Wants Panthers to Draft Him.

Reviewing mock drafts, projections, and player fit analyses, the Carolina Panthers have been linked to a first-round prospect in nearly every position except quarterback.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / April 11

Panthers Should Be Able to Fill Major Defensive Need in First Round of NFL Draft by Staying at 19

One year after allowing the most total yards, rushing yards, touchdown passes, and points in the league, the Carolina Panthers took a step in the right direction on the defensive side of the football in 2025.

NFL News / Carolina Panthers on SI / April 11

Field Yates Reveals Ideal Panthers' Picks, But There's One Thing Missing

The Carolina Panthers currently have seven picks to make in the first six rounds of the NFL draft. With those seven picks, we can expect them to be spent on a few different positions: safety, wide receiver, tight end, offensive line, and linebacker.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / April 10

Why Panthers' Proposed Trade With Eagles Is Wrong Fit for Dave Canales' Quick-Game Offense

Matt Verderame’s recently-released first-round mock draft features 32 trades for 32 NFL clubs. One of the proposed deals has the Eagles moving up from the 23rd spot in the first round to No.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / April 10

Insider Reveals Panthers Best-Ever Draft Pick, and He’s Flat Wrong

With the NFL Draft looming, it brings fans back to past drafts, to some of the great draft moments in their franchise’s history, whether it was a No. 1 pick QB, a stud wide receiver, or a massive trade that worked out for the better.

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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

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 / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 10

Panthers’ 2026 NFL Mock Draft roundup with pre-draft cycle ending

Even though the Carolina Panthers were aggressive, they didn’t find everything in free agency. But they have plenty of options as they head into the draft.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / April 10

Panthers just got an ideal trade opportunity that could fill a big position of need and bring more clarity to the 2026 NFL Draft plans

The Carolina Panthers can take a potential swing on a top nickel cornerback before the 2026 NFL Draft even begins and help clear up the plans for the draft itself without giving up much in return.

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Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / April 10

Panthers’ Biggest Draft Goal Is Only Possible Thanks to Free Agency Frenzy

The 2026 NFL draft is now Dan Marino days away. All 32 teams are busy preparing for the three-day event, which takes place in Pittsburgh. The Carolina Panthers have seven selections this year.

Kenny Moore News / Carolina Panthers on SI / April 10

Kenny Moore II is Available via Trade, And He Would Be a Good Fit With Panthers

Carolina Panthers fans may remember when Indianapolis Colts cornerback Kenny Moore II made life hard for then-rookie quarterback Bryce Young. He threw three interceptions in a double-digit loss, and Moore had two of them.

Dave Canales News / Last Word On Sports / April 10

How Dave Canales and Brad Idzik Can Unlock the Carolina Panthers Offense in 2026

For the 2026 NFL season, the Carolina Panthers are making a quiet but important shift. Unlocking the Panthers’ offense in 2026 will be one of the Carolina Panthers’ biggest priorities this season, as Head Coach Dave Canales is handing over play-calling duties to offensive coordinator Brad Idzik.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / April 10

The 1 Position the Panthers Must Not Draft in the First Round

The Carolina Panthers have set themselves up to go any number of ways in the first round of the NFL draft. They are honing in on a pass-catcher, it seems, but most other positions would not be a surprise since they're still not overfull on talent.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / April 10

Panthers Linked To Star Tight End in Draft That Might Be Smarter Than Kenyon Sadiq

The Carolina Panthers are honing in on pass-catchers in the NFL draft. They've met with a ton of different options, spending a chunk of their allowed top-30 visits to meet with the various offensive prospects.

Carolina Panthers News / Pro Football Rumors / April 9

Panthers Host Washington WR Denzel Boston

The Panthers have used their last two first-round picks on the wide receiver position. While it seems unlikely that they’d go that route again, the team is at least keeping an open mind as the draft quickly approaches.

NFL News / Gridiron Heroics / April 9

3 Potential Targets for Panthers to Fill ‘Surprising Need’ Revealed

The Carolina Panthers are approaching the 2026 NFL Draft with a clearer understanding of a surprising need that could influence their selections. As evaluations continue, three potential targets have emerged as logical fits to address that area and strengthen the roster.

Luke Kuechly News / Carolina Panthers on SI / April 9