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Alarm Bells Are Starting to Sound With One Panthers' Rookie

The Carolina Panthers drafted several interesting prospects in 2026. The team’s first three picks, Monroe Freeling, Lee Hunter, and Chris Brazzell II, all look like perfect fits for the future.

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Panthers' Roster Gets Hit with Major Disrespect in Recent Rankings

The Carolina Panthers have some real optimism around their squad this year. After all, the team won the NFC South in 2025 after not having the highest expectations, so it’s not unrealistic to expect another playoff return.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / August 22

4 Key Takeaways From Panthers' Preseason Win Over Jaguars

The Carolina Panthers were in Jacksonville to take on the Jaguars in a preseason battle Friday night. This was the third preseason game for the Panthers, and the team was looking to pick up its second preseason win.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / August 22

2 Panthers Who Secured Roster Spots in Win Over Jaguars

The Carolina Panthers played their third preseason game on Friday night. It was nice to see the starters on the field some more, and the Panthers bounced back from their poor showing last weekend.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / August 22

5 Biggest Winners (And 3 Losers) From Panthers’ Preseason Win Over Jaguars

The Carolina Panthers have been in Jacksonville this week. The team participated in joint practices with the Jaguars, and the teams played in a preseason battle on Friday night.

Jonathon Brooks News / Carolina Panthers on SI / August 22

Jonathon Brooks' Biggest Issue in Preseason Week 2 Could Limit Snaps With Panthers

Running back Jonathon Brooks had a few standout moments in the Carolina Panthers' preseason Week 2 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars, but it wasn't all good for him.

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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.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / August 22

Offseason In Review: Carolina Panthers

The Dave Canales era brought an unexpected playoff berth in Year 2, as the Panthers made a climb from 2-15 in 2023 to an NFC South title in two years. Yes, the caveat of the NFC South setting a historically low bar was central to this underdog story.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / August 22

Carolina Panthers' Costly Offensive Line at Risk of Major Regression Soon

The theme of the Carolina Panthers' offseason has been change. Spending heavily in free agency, the Panthers entered training camp having spent the fifth-most money in the league on contracts.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / August 22

Carolina Panthers Crushed Jaguars, But Here's What Really Matters

The Carolina Panthers easily handled the Jacksonville Jaguars in their third preseason outing to move to 2-1. Ordinarily, that result alone would be a good thing.

Jonathon Brooks News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 22

Watch Panthers’ Jonathon Brooks finally score 1st NFL touchdown

Jonathon Brooks has been obstacles throughout the start of his NFL career. He made a big step in the right direction after scoring a touchdown in the Carolina Panthers’ preseason clash with the Jacksonville Jaguars on Friday night.

Carolina Panthers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 22

Panthers HC Dave Canales updates fans on Xavier Legette foot injury

The Carolina Panthers can’t seem to keep Xavier Legette fully healthy this summer, and head coach Dave Canales offered a cautious, open-ended update on the receiver’s latest setback.

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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.

Xavier Legette News / TWSN / August 21

Xavier Legette’s Latest Injury Could Cost Him His Role in the Carolina Panthers’ Offense

The Carolina Panthers were already dealing with a huge blow to their wide receiver room for 2026 as Chris Brazzell ended up suffering a season-ending injury. For Xavier Legette, this gave him the perfect chance to finally show he could be capable of breaking out and finally putting things together in his career.

Carolina Panthers News / A to Z Sports / August 21

Panthers’ electric playmaker has feel-good moment in preseason win, but one major question remains before saying he’s truly back

Carolina Panthers running back Jonathon Brooks returned to the field for the first time in a game setting last week and on Friday he scored his first ever NFL touchdown.

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Panthers Roll Past Jaguars 34-17 in Preseason Matchup

The Carolina Panthers delivered one of their most encouraging performances of the preseason Friday night, defeating the Jacksonville Jaguars 34-17 at EverBank Stadium.

Bryce Young News / A to Z Sports / August 22

Panthers vs. Jaguars Preseason Takeaways: Bryce Young and starting offense bounce back as final roster spots are becoming clear

The Carolina Panthers had a way better showing all around during Friday’s 34-17 preseason win over the Jacksonville Jaguars. Let’s break down some of the top takeaways from QB Bryce Young and Co.