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The Carolina Panthers are just days away from kicking off their 2026 season. The team will take on the Chicago Bears in a battle between two playoff teams from a year ago.

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Panthers have even higher expectations for 2026 that go well beyond what they need to see from QB Bryce Young

The Carolina Panthers took a major step in 2025 after winning the NFC South but still finished the regular season with a below .500 record. A new begins this weekend, and the Panthers still are far from satisfied.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / September 9

The 1 Thing the Panthers Can’t Afford in 2026

With the season starting in less than a week, the Carolina Panthers have all the tools to make another run towards the top of the NFC South. Almost every unit on this Carolina roster has new faces, with the exception of the receiver room starters and the backfield, with RBs Chuba Hubbard and Jonathon Brooks.

Jonathon Brooks News / A to Z Sports / September 9

Jonathon Brooks’ status heading into Week 1 takes a promising turn but the same can’t be said for a potential starter on defense

Carolina Panthers running back Jonathon Brooks was back at practice on Wednesday adding optimism that he could play on Sunday, but the same can’t be said for edge rusher Pat Jones II.

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Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / September 9

Bryce Young Can Prove Quarterback Rankings Wrong in 2026

Bryce Young has an incredible amount of pressure on him as he prepares for the 2026 season. Not only does his team, the Carolina Panthers, have high expectations after winning the NFC South in 2025, but he’s also playing for his football life.

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When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2026?

All 32 teams have hope for a perfect 17-0 regular season as another year begins, but the odds aren't in their favor. As the season opens, we predict the first loss for each team in 2026.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / September 9

Panthers Urged to Ship Ja'Tavion Sanders to One of Two AFC North Teams

The Carolina Panthers‘ tight end room is one of the biggest question marks on the team. Tommy Tremble, Mitchell Evans, and Ja’Tavion Sanders were the top options at the position in 2025, and the results were disappointing.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / September 9

4 2027 NFL Free Agents the Panthers Must Keep Their Eyes On

We could mention the salary cap situation the Panthers are in, especially after spending so much money during the offseason. However, the cap is ultimately very flexible, and Dan Morgan can and will create space where needed.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / September 9

Is 2026 the Final Year for Panthers' Bryce Young & Dave Canales Together?

The Carolina Panthers are in a tough spot. They have a coach and QB combo that hasn't quite worked out as everyone hoped yet. They've been patient and seen growth, but it's now or never.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / September 9

Panthers’ Smartest Offseason Move, and Its Riskiest Bet

The Carolina Panthers entered the offseason with some positive momentum for once. The team won the NFC South in 2025 and had a good showing in the playoffs.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / September 9

Panthers’ new Pro Bowl addition will have his hands full in his debut taking on one of the Bears’ most dangerous weapons

The Carolina Panthers are excited to unleash new linebacker Devin Lloyd against the Chicago Bears in Week 1, and Ben Johnson already has #55 on his radar and the perfect weapon to attack him.

Carolina Panthers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 9

Panthers Made Two Practice Squad Moves For Week 1

The Carolina Panthers announced they have signed OLB Jeremiah Moon to the practice squad and released OLB Cam Gill in a corresponding move. Carolina’s

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / September 9

Where the Panthers' Rank Ahead of 'Dogfight' NFC South Battle

Just four days until the Carolina Panthers take the field for regular-season football. Carolina looks to defend their NFC South title in a pivotal 2026 season where it feels like all chips are in the middle.

Ja'Tavion Sanders News / Carolina Panthers on SI / September 9

Ja'Tavion Sanders Mock Trades: Panthers Can Send TE to Ravens, Bengals, or Dolphins

The Carolina Panthers have a plethora of tight ends this year. What began as a huge, gaping hole on the roster has slowly morphed into something else. It's still arguably a weakness, but the Panthers have thrown five bodies at the problem this season.

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Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / September 9

Carolina Panthers Predicted to Take Major Step Backwards in 2026

The 2026 NFL season kicks off later today in the Pacific Northwest when the reigning champion Seattle Seahawks host the New England Patriots in a rematch of Super Bowl LX.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / September 8

Panthers Reveal Week 1 Depth Chart: Takeaways and Analysis

The Carolina Panthers are preparing to kick off the 2026 season against the Chicago Bears this weekend. This is a big matchup for the Panthers as they look to prove their division win in 2025 wasn’t a fluke.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / September 8

Power Rankings Overview: Panthers Don't Have Many Believers Ahead of Week 1

The Carolina Panthers are in an unusual position as we prepare for Week 1. The Panthers won the NFC South last year and even almost took down the Rams in the playoffs.

NFL News / Carolina Panthers on SI / September 8

4 Bold Predictions For Carolina Panthers vs. Chicago Bears in Week 1

The Carolina Panthers play football this weekend. It's here; we've made it through the dark times of the offseason. Opening the season at home, the reigning NFC South champion Panthers host the reigning NFC North champion Chicago Bears.

Darren Waller News / TWSN / September 8

Don’t Sleep on Darren Waller for the 2026 NFL Season

One of the most interesting tight ends in recent memory is Darren Waller. The rise of Waller took four seasons, and his prime was really not that long.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / September 8

4 Panthers at Risk of Losing Starting Jobs During 2026 Season

The Carolina Panthers are just days away from kicking off their 2026 season against the Chicago Bears. The team returns most of its key pieces from last year, and they were able to add some real difference-makers over the offseason.

NFL News / Carolina Panthers on SI / September 8

Winner of Bears-Panthers 2023 Blockbuster Trade is Crystal Clear

With the Chicago Bears and Carolina Panthers set to square off in Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season, a lot of talk will be about the blockbuster trade the teams pulled off in 2023.

Bryce Young News / Athlon Sports / September 8

Panthers' Bryce Young Being Written Off in Latest Quarterback Rankings

Bryce Young is coming off his best pro season in 2025, but you’d never know that. Based on what people are projecting for 2026, you’d think Young got benched again and had an overall bad season, and you definitely wouldn’t think the Panthers made the postseason.

Jonathon Brooks News / TWSN / September 7

Jonathon Brooks’ Latest Injury Update Raises Major Week 1 Concerns

While the Carolina Panthers would undoubtedly like to have Jonathon Brooks back on the field for their Week 1 matchup, they still need to be cautious with him.

Bryce Young News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 5

Bryce Young fails to earn long-term deal and 2 other Panthers bold predictions for 2026 NFL season

The Carolina Panthers shocked the league in 2025, winning the NFC South at just 8-9 and reaching the playoffs for the first time since 2017 before falling 34-31 to the Rams in the wild-card round.

Carolina Panthers News / TWSN / September 5

Dave Canales Just Revealed How the Carolina Panthers Will Unlock Tetairoa McMillan

During Tetairoa McMillan‘s rookie season, he already proved he could succeed with the Carolina Panthers as an outside traditional receiver. However, he also holds the key to Carolina’s offense expanding in 2026.

Carolina Panthers News / Pro Football Rumors / September 5

Panthers TE Ja’Tavion Sanders Drawing Trade Interest

Entering the third season of his four-year rookie contract, Panthers tight end Ja’Tavion Sanders has drawn recent trade interest. The Panthers discussed Sanders with other teams before last Sunday’s cutdown deadline, a league source told Joseph Person of The Athletic.