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Panthers Waived RB Montrell Johnson From IR With Settlement

The Carolina Panthers have waived RB Montrell Johnson from injured reserve with a settlement, per the NFL transaction wire. Johnson, 23, began his career at Louisiana in 2021 before transferring to Florida the following season.

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Panthers-Bears Could Be One Of the Best NFL Week-One Matchups

The Carolina Panthers start their season with one of the toughest matchups on the entire schedule, facing the Chicago Bears in Week One of the NFL season.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / May 20

The One Game Carolina Panthers Fans Must Watch in 2026

The NFL season is long, and for the casual football fans, not every game is a must-watch. Not all Carolina Panthers fans are going to feel as hyped for a 1:00 PM game against the Cleveland Browns as they will for other games, but there are must-watch games on the Panthers' schedule.

NFL News / Carolina Panthers on SI / May 20

Why Bryce Young vs. Caleb Williams is a Top-Tier QB Matchup

The Carolina Panthers are going to host the Chicago Bears in Week 1. The matchup between Bryce Young and Caleb Williams, which hasn't officially happened (Young came on in relief of Andy Dalton in a blowout between the two teams in 2024) yet.

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The 'NFL's active 1K-rushers' quiz

How many of the active NFL players who have rushed for 1,000 or more yards in a season can you name in five minutes?

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Jalen Coker News / Carolina Panthers on SI / May 20

The Best-Kept Secret on the Carolina Panthers' 2026 Roster

Jalen Coker had a true coming-out party in the playoffs for the Carolina Panthers. Despite playing just one game, he was honestly one of the most notable pass-catchers, finishing with the 11th-most yards.

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The greatest all-time linebacker in for every NFL franchise

Yardbarker's best-of NFL positional series continues with linebackers. This does not cover pure pass-rushing threats -- we will get to them -- but rather true off-ball defenders who thrived as traditional inside and outside 'backers.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / May 20

Predicting the Carolina Panthers' Starting Lineup Before OTAs Begin

The Carolina Panthers don't have a ton of major roster decisions to make during OTAs. There aren't even that many major question marks about the starting lineup.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / May 20

3 Panthers Whose Jobs Could Be On the Line in OTAs (And Who Could Replace Them)

OTAs for the Carolina Panthers don't begin until next week, but it's shaping up to be a very interesting time for the team. Several decisions must be made, and the Panthers will begin getting data then.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / May 20

Panthers' Coaching Trio Rank Suggests Room for Growth and NFC South Dominance

The Carolina Panthers had a really rough run of coaches after firing Ron Rivera. Things have finally begun to change under Dave Canales, though, and a recent coaching staff ranking suggests the Panthers might finally have it figured out.

Carolina Panthers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 19

Panthers Have Two Players Revert To Injured Reserve

According to Mike Kaye, Panthers TE Bryce Pierre and RB Montrell Johnson reverted to the team’s injured reserve on Tuesday. Both players were waived with injury designations on Monday and passed through waivers unclaimed. Johnson, 23, began his collegiate career at Louisiana in 2021 before transferring to Florida the following season.

Carolina Panthers News / 5 GOATs / May 19

Former Panthers QB Steve Beuerlein believes team can be ‘a factor in the NFC’

Steve Beuerlein would love to see the Carolina Panthers do some big things in 2026. The former Panthers QB recently spoke to On3 about his outlook on the team this upcoming season.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / May 19

Carolina Panthers Rough Slate Won't Bury Them in NFC South

The Carolina Panthers have the schedule of a conference champion, with a ton of games against teams with realistic playoff aspirations this season, and not seeing many teams that are projected to be more focused on the NFL Draft than on the end of the 2026 season.

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The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft

With the 2026 draft in the books, teams are already looking toward 2027. Here's our way-too-early 2027 NFL mock draft, as of April 27, 2026.

Let's tap the brakes on the hype for Arch Manning for 2027 NFL Draft

Round 1 of the 2027 NFL Draft projected to be top-heavy with QBs

Five non-quarterback stars to know before 2027 NFL Draft

2026 NFL Draft: First-round grades

25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / May 19

Panthers Schedule Isn't That Much Harder Than NFC South Foes

The Carolina Panthers' schedule is filled with tough tests throughout the season, facing off against teams trying to return to the playoffs and hopefuls who are looking to get back in.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / May 19

Why the Panthers Haven't Signed Darren Waller or Deebo Samuel

The Carolina Panthers were exceptionally active in the first wave of free agency, signing John Metchie, Jaelan Phillips, Devin Lloyd, Kenny Pickett, and Rasheed Walker.

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Tershawn Wharton News / HITC / May 19

Panthers defender Tershawn Wharton recovering following offseason neck surgery

Tershawn Wharton’s recovery has already become one of the Carolina Panthers’ most important summer storylines. The defensive lineman is expected to begin training camp on the PUP list after undergoing offseason neck surgery, which immediately changes the pressure around Carolina’s defensive front.

Carolina Panthers News / A to Z Sports / May 19

ESPN analyst’s projections for Carolina Panthers’ offense heavily disrespect the impact Chris Brazzell II will have in 2026

The Carolina Panthers have big plans for rookie wide receiver Chris Brazzell II and what he can bring to the team’s passing game, but one ESPN analyst isn’t projecting big things for the team’s new weapon.

Jalen Hurts News / Carolina Panthers on SI / May 19

Panthers Set to Get 2 Major Boosts Against Jalen Hurts and the Eagles

By now, you likely know the Carolina Panthers have a pretty good rest advantage all year. They'll play one of their more challenging games, at the Philadelphia Eagles, coming off a bye week.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / May 19

Carolina Panthers Could and Should Release $4.75M Edge Rusher Pat Jones

The Carolina Panthers didn't have many cap casualties this year. Tommy Tremble is still on the roster. Andy Dalton was traded rather than cut. Pat Jones has survived thus far.

Carolina Panthers News / Pro Football Rumors / May 19

Jim Caldwell No Longer On Panthers’ Staff

The Panthers have parted ways with senior advisor/assistant Jim Caldwell, according to Joe Person of The Athletic. He was first hired in 2023 by then-head coach Frank Reich, reuniting the pair after working together in Indianapolis from 2006 to 2011.

Carolina Panthers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 18

NFC Notes: Monroe Freeling, Jeff Ulbrich, Buccaneers, Falcons, Panthers

Buccaneers assistant GM Mike Greenberg will participate in the NFL’s coaching and front office accelerator program at the owners’ meetings in Orlando this week, per ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler.

Jim Caldwell News / NFL on ClutchPoints / May 18

Jim Caldwell no longer on Panthers staff entering 2026 season

The Carolina Panthers are looking to prove 2025 was no fluke and reach the playoffs once again in 2026. But now they’ll have to do so without a veteran voice helping give guidance.

Dave Canales News / A to Z Sports / May 18

‘Fun team to watch’ — Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales breaks down the 2026 schedule and various advantages

The Carolina Panthers official 2026 regular season schedule was released last Thursday and head coach Dave Canales took the time to break down the advantages of the upcoming slate with reporters on Monday.

Dan Morgan News / A to Z Sports / May 18

Carolina Panthers linked to free agent weapon who checks every box general manager Dan Morgan previously laid out

The Carolina Panthers opted out of adding any tight end to the offense this offseason and one free agent still remains on the market that could fit Dan Morgan’s desired option.

Carolina Panthers News / 5 GOATs / May 16

Carolina Panthers 2026 schedule: CBS Sports reveals one good, bad thing for upcoming season

As the Carolina Panthers look to follow up last year’s playoff appearance, they’ll hope Bryce Young and the offense continue to improve. While looking at the 2026 schedule, though, CBS Sports’ John Breech pointed out some good and bad things ahead of the upcoming season.

Tershawn Wharton News / Pro Football Rumors / May 15

Panthers DT Tershawn Wharton ‘Out Indefinitely’ After Neck Surgery

The Panthers operated for several games last year without starting defensive tackle Tershawn Wharton as he dealt with injury. According to Joe Person of