Carolina Panthers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Dan Morgan News / Carolina Panthers on SI / April 21

Biggest Draft Steals and Busts of Dan Morgan Panthers Era - What's Right and Wrong

The Carolina Panthers hired Dan Morgan (internally, he was the assistant GM before that) ahead of the 2024 season to help turn things around after the disastrous Scott Fitterer era.

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.

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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

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.

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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

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.

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.

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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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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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 / 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.

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The 'Playoff debut scoring-record by team' quiz

The 'NBA minutes-per-game leaders' quiz

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

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.

Carolina Panthers News / A to Z Sports / April 17

Panthers might have to swing earlier than expected to land a fast rising WR prospect — why it might be an ideal strategy

The Carolina Panthers have done plenty of homework on the top pass catchers in the 2026 NFL Draft to the point where the team could pivot to another position in the first-round and target a WR on Day 2.

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.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / April 17

The Best Late-Round Steals in Panthers' History (And Why They Slipped)

Getting late-round gems is no exact science, but teams that win usually pull it off. The Carolina Panthers may not be the most successful NFL franchise of all time, but they've won before, and they've done so thanks to a few key late-round picks.

Carolina Panthers News / A to Z Sports / April 16

Former Carolina Panthers standout quarterback will have a special role to play for the team during the 2026 NFL Draft

Every year, the NFL brings legends or current players to announce picks for the NFL Draft, and the Carolina Panthers have decided a former QB will announce one of the team’s selections.