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Bryce Young injury update: Panthers make decision on starting QB vs. Bills

The Panthers have made a decision on the status of Bryce Young for their Week 8 showdown with the Buffalo Bills. Andy Dalton will start on Sunday, regardless of whether Bryce Young is active or not, a team spokesperson said Friday per ESPN’s David Newton.

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NFL analyst has good prediction for Rico Dowdle fantasy owners

They look like two teams headed in opposite directions. One team has won three straight games after a 1-3 start. The other is a defending division champion that has dropped two in a row after winning its first four contests.

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The 'Active 3-passing-TD game leaders' quiz

There are 26 active NFL quarterbacks who have thrown three touchdowns in a game at least eight times. How many of them can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active NFL passing leaders' quiz

The 'Active NFL game-winning-drives leaders' quiz

The 'Most touchdown passes by NFL franchise' quiz

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Surging Carolina Panthers showing what a difference a year can make

Dave Canales’s club is in the midst of a three-game winning streak. The Carolina Panthers own a 4-3 record and boast a winning mark for the first time since 2021.

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The most regrettable NFL coach firings of all time

Many teams have made missteps regarding a separation from a head coach or coordinator. Some have been straight firings, others de facto dismissals described as mutual separations.

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Andy Dalton slated to start for Panthers with Bryce Young ailing

Carolina Panthers veteran quarterback Andy Dalton will start Sunday's game against the Buffalo Bills whether or not Bryce Young is active, ESPN reported Friday.

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A player the Panthers could definitely use just requested a trade

The Carolina Panthers have won three straight games to improve to 4-3 on the season. They're currently just one game behind the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, suddenly asserting themselves as players in the NFC South.

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Panthers Starting QB Andy Dalton In Week 8

A Panthers spokesperson clarified that veteran QB Andy Dalton will start Week 8’s game against the Bills regardless of QB Bryce Young‘s official injury designation, per Joseph Person. Young is currently considered doubtful for Sunday’s game with an ankle injury. Dalton, 37, is a former second-round pick of the Bengals back in 2011.

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

Arch Manning salvages season with Red River Rivalry win

Manning taunted Oklahoma fans

Bijan Robinson has a simple message for Texas QB Manning

Ty Simpson has Heisman moment in road win at No. 14 Missouri

Penn State QB Drew Allar's season comes to an end after injury

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / October 24

Much-maligned Panthers DB has been way better than you think

At some point during virtually every Carolina Panthers game, you have probably found yourself grumbling about Nick Scott. The much-maligned safety has seemingly been out of position a lot or has failed to make a play.

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The 'World Series home run leaders' quiz

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The 'MLB playoff RBI leaders' quiz

The 'Most 2,000-point NBA seasons' quiz

Rico Dowdle News / Carolina Panthers on SI / October 24

Evidence continues to mount for Rico Dowdle to take RB1 role

For two weeks, Rico Dowdle looked like the best running back in football. The Carolina Panthers gave him plenty of touches in lieu of the injured Chuba Hubbard, and he made the most of them.

Adam Thielen News / Carolina Panthers on SI / October 24

ESPN analyst declares crucial Panthers' offseason move 'easy victory'

The Carolina Panthers made the tough decision to trade away Adam Thielen right before the NFL season began. Thielen wanted to go home, and the Minnesota Vikings badly needed a wide receiver.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / October 24

Carolina Panthers may no longer have gaping hole at tight end

Pretty much since Greg Olsen left, the Carolina Panthers have not had a good tight end. They've tried so many different players, like Ian Thomas, Hayden Hurst, Tommy Tremble, and Ja'Tavion Sanders.

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Carolina Panthers come up as 'logical' landing spot for former Pro Bowl tight end

It’s a position that is not been a focal point of the Carolina Panthers’ offense in recent years. However, the team is getting decent production from the tight end spot in 2025.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / October 24

Panthers named ideal landing spot for disgruntled former star WR

This Sunday at Charlotte, veteran quarterback Andy Dalton is expected to get the nod on Sunday vs. the visiting Buffalo Bills as Bryce Young is dealing with a high ankle sprain.

Bryce Young News / Field Level Media / October 23

Panthers QB Bryce Young (ankle) misses practice again

Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young missed practice Thursday for the second straight day due to his right ankle injury. Young was injured during last Sunday's 13-6 victory over the New York Jets and exited the game in the third quarter.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 23

Fantasy football Week 8: Five players who could flop

Fantasy football lineups are thin in Week 8 with six teams on bye, but you still need to be selective with your roster. With that in mind, here are five players who could fall short of their projections this week.

Cowboys reportedly 'have had internal discussions' regarding big George Pickens move

Insider believes Cowboys could make multiple moves at trade deadline

Commanders dealt significant blow with Jayden Daniels ruled out for 'MNF' Chiefs showdown

20 NFL players who were one-season wonders

The 'Rookie quarterbacks with an NFL playoff win' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 23

Did Panthers' Dalton want to return to Bengals after Burrow injury?

Did Panthers' Andy Dalton want to return to Bengals after Joe Burrow injury?

The Bengals ultimately acquired veteran Joe Flacco from the Cleveland Browns on Oct. 7.

2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

The 'Oldest 300-yard passer by NFL team' quiz

Dave Canales News / A to Z Sports / October 23

Dave Canales explains the hidden benefit the Panthers’ newest addition brings to the locker room beyond the obvious

The Carolina Panthers are still playing things close to the chest with quarterback Bryce Young following a right ankle injury he suffered in the Week 7 win against the New York Jets.

Xavier Legette News / Last Word On Sports / October 22

Why Xavier Legette Is Ready to Breakout With New Panthers QB

The Carolina Panthers may not have expected their offense to look revitalized the moment Andy Dalton re-entered the lineup, but Sunday’s win over the Jets hinted at something bigger.

Carolina Panthers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 21

Panthers Officially Sign QB Mike White Among Four Roster Moves

The Carolina Panthers announced they have signed QB Mike White and OLB Jeremiah Moon to the practice squad. In correspondence, the Panthers released CB Keion Crossen and OT Michael Tarquin from the practice squad. White joins QB Hendon Hooker on the practice squad behind backup QB Andy Dalton as starting QB Bryce Young deals with an ankle injury.