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There's Now a Clear Favorite in the Panthers' Starting Center Battle

The Carolina Panthers have gone through a week of training camp already, and we've learned quite a bit about the team. Unfortunately, there have been a couple of serious injuries as well, which is always an unfortunate part of the summer.

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Panthers Receive Positive Injury Update as Key Defender Returns

The Carolina Panthers have had a rough summer on the injury front. Things got off to an ugly start when edge rusher Nic Scourton was carted off the field on the first day of training camp.

Carolina Panthers News / Field Level Media / August 3

Panthers won't play Bryce Young in Hall of Fame Game

The preseason opener became a day off for Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young. Panthers coach Dave Canales said Monday he plans to give Kenny Pickett the start in the Hall of Fame Game on Thursday night against the Arizona Cardinals in Canton, Ohio.

Monroe Freeling News / Carolina Panthers on SI / August 3

The Good and Not So Good from Day 8 of Panthers Camp: Monroe Freeling Shines

The Carolina Panthers only have a few more days of camp before their first official preseason game, the Hall of Fame Game. They wrapped practice on Monday with a few highs and lows, with some players standing out and others fading.

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

Monroe Freeling News / Athlon Sports / August 3

Panthers urged to add former Second-Round Pick as Monroe Freeling Insurance

The Carolina Panthers' offensive line isn't going to look exactly how the team would like to in Week 1. Starting left tackle Ikem Ekwonu is going to be out for a while after getting injured at the end of the 2025 season, and right tackle Taylor Moton is out indefinitely with blood clots.

Bryce Young News / Pro Football Rumors / August 3

No 2026 Extension Expected Between Panthers, QB Bryce Young

The question of whether or not the Panthers will extend Bryce Young in 2026 has lingered throughout the offseason. While the matter has been discussed internally, it increasingly appears as though no long-term commitment will be made until at least next spring.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / August 3

One Panthers Player May Have More at Stake Than Anyone Else in the NFL

It's August, and that means football is in the air, just weeks away now from the start of the NFL season, and all 32 teams are ramping up for the grind.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / August 3

Panthers Named Best Fit for Three-Time Pro Bowl Free Agent

The Carolina Panthers don't have nearly as many obvious holes on the roster as they did last year. After winning the division in 2025, the team made some nice additions this offseason in a bid to go even further in 2026.

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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.

Dave Canales News / A to Z Sports / August 3

Dave Canales announces which QB will start for the Panthers on Thursday in the Hall of Fame Game against the Cardinals

Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales revealed that backup quarterback Kenny Pickett will start on Thursday in the Hall of Fame Game against the Arizona Cardinals.

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Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / August 3

Chris Brazzell's Injury Could Lead Panthers to trade for Former LSU Star

The Carolina Panthers saw a key member of the offense go down for the season already. Rookie wide receiver Chris Brazzell II, who was fighting for a starting role, underwent season-ending surgery.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / August 3

Battered Panthers Can Still Address Two Areas of Need Via Free Agency

It’s been an unsettling week or so for Dave Canales’s Carolina Panthers. The team is coming off winning the franchise’s first division title since 2015 and the club’s first playoff appearance since 2017.

Luke Kuechly News / Carolina Panthers on SI / August 3

Panthers Icon Luke Kuechly Faces Major Disrespect Ahead of HOF Induction

Finally, the week arrives when former Carolina Panthers inside linebacker Luke Kuechly will have his name etched alongside the greatest to play the game.

Nic Scourton News / Carolina Panthers on SI / August 3

Carolina Panthers May Just Survive Nic Scourton's Brutal Injury

Pass, rush, and sack. All are obviously four-letter words. In the case of the Carolina Panthers, the mere combination of these words in any kind of combination brings up a very sore spot when it comes to corralling opposing signal-callers.

Carolina Panthers News / Pro Football Rumors / August 2

Panthers, CB Michael Jackson Have Not Discussed Extension

In August 2024, the Panthers traded for Michael Jackson. That proved to be a worthwhile move, considering the value the veteran cornerback has provided since.

Carolina Panthers News / TWSN / August 3

Carolina Panthers 2027 NFL Draft Team Needs: Top 3

While training camp is a time of hope and optimism for most fans, the same can't necessarily be said for the Carolina Panthers. Not because they're a bad team, but one position that I felt like they had mostly solved is now in question once again.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / August 2

Grading the Biggest Roster Moves the Panthers Made This Offseason

The Carolina Panthers won the NFC South in 2026. Not only did the team win the division, but they also gave the Los Angeles Rams a tough battle in the playoffs.

Chris Brazzell II News / Field Level Media / July 30

Panthers lose WR Chris Brazzell II to season-ending knee injury

Panthers rookie third-round pick Chris Brazzell II is out for the season just days into his first NFL training camp. The Panthers confirmed Thursday the wide receiver will undergo season-ending surgery on the lateral collateral ligament of his left knee and will be placed on injured reserve.

Carolina Panthers News / TWSN / July 29

Cam Newton Has SEC Passing Yards Leader as QB3 in 2026 College Football Rankings

Heading into the 2026 college football season, there’s a lot of buzz around the top quarterback as the 2027 NFL draft is touted as being phenomenal at the position.

Chris Brazzell II News / Yardbarker / July 29

Panthers' injury bug potentially gets worse with rookie third-rounder injury scare

The Panthers aren't catching any breaks during training camp.

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Luke Kuechly News / Larry Brown Sports / July 28

Luke Kuechly lands a new NFL media job

Luke Keuchly is taking some more steps into NFL broadcasting work. Kuechly will serve as the lead game analyst for Netflix’s NFL broadcasts next season, according to Andrew Marchand of The Athletic.

Jaycee Horn News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 28

Panthers Activate CB Jaycee Horn From NFI List

The Carolina Panthers announced they have activated CB Jaycee Horn from the non-football injury list. Horn was placed on the NFI list last week after needing stitches from cutting his foot while running.