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Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / October 9

4 Problems the Panthers Can't Ignore During Their Week 5 Bye

I complained about this Week 5 bye as soon as the schedule came out. Four games and then a week off just seemed way too early, especially knowing Carolina would have to play the rest of the season without another break.

Carolina Panthers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 8

Exclusive: Field Yates draws eye-opening lesson in QB development from Bryce Young’s rapid rise in 2026

The Carolina Panthers are watching quarterback Bryce Young elevating himself into a better position. Young even overheard “MVP!” chants during Carolina’s 32-26 home win over the Detroit Lions Sunday.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / October 8

Panthers' NFC South Odds Just Took a Turn Nobody Saw Coming

If you had told me after Week 1 that the Panthers would have the best odds to win the NFC South a few weeks later, I probably would've asked what you were watching.

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Bryce Young News / Athlon Sports / October 8

Making Bryce Young's MVP Case and the Panthers' Soft Schedule After Week 4

The MVP chants in Charlotte on Sunday night had some numbers behind them. Bryce Young leads the NFL with 1,268 passing yards, the Carolina Panthers sit atop the NFC South at 2-2 and one national analyst has him just outside the top of the race.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

NFL News / Carolina Panthers on SI / October 8

Bryce Young’s Impressive Start Earns Much-Deserved Praise

The brief professional history of the Carolina Panthers’ current starting quarterback has been well-documented. Bryce Young was the first overall pick in the 2023 NFL draft.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / October 8

The Carolina Panthers' 2-2 Record Might Be Lying to Us

I don't know what to make of this Panthers team, and I thought I did after Week 1. Carolina gave up 59 points and 552 yards to Chicago, including 291 on the ground.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / October 8

Panthers Make Huge Leap in Latest NFL Power Rankings, But There’s Bad News

NFL power rankings are what they are. There are numerous versions from thousands of writers and media members. They can be a good gauge of how a team is faring during the season, and are certainly highly subjective.

Bryce Young News / Carolina Panthers on SI / October 8

Time to Highlight the Ridiculous Nature of Bryce Young's Panthers Turnaround

The results are in and the signs are very positive. Brent Sobleski of Bleacher Report handed out his quarterback grades for Week 4. He deservedly gave the Carolina Panthers’ field general an “A,” and also spoke of just how far the former University of Alabama quarterback has come in a relatively short time.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / October 7

Grading Each Panthers' Position Group So Far as Carolina Prepares for Bye Week

The Carolina Panthers are entering their bye week at the perfect time. The team picked up some positive momentum with a big win over the Detroit Lions last weekend, and this bye will allow them to get a little healthier.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / October 7

Panthers Went From 26th to First in One NFL Category, and It Could Cost Them a Coach

The Carolina Panthers finished last season ranked 26th in passing offense. Four games into 2026, with Bryce Young leading the NFL in passing yards, they rank first.

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Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / October 7

Panthers Stock Report: Who Soared and Who Slipped After Huge Lions Win

I really didn't think the Panthers were going to beat Detroit. I picked the Lions 31-27, and with Carolina missing guys all over the place, I figured eventually it was going to catch up with them.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / October 7

Latest Taylor Moton, Tershawn Wharton Update is Just the News Panthers Needed Heading into Bye Week

The Carolina Panthers have dealt with an insane number of injuries in 2026. Several key starters like Jaycee Horn, Mike Jackson, Ikem Ekwonu, and Taylor Moton, among others, have missed or will miss extended time.

Bryce Young News / Carolina Panthers on SI / October 7

Bryce Young Was Pressed About the MVP Chants. His Response Says Everything

I have to give Alex Zietlow credit because he tried. Actually, he tried more than once to get Bryce Young to talk about those MVP chants. Young heard them.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / October 7

Overreaction? Panthers Saved Their Season With Primetime Win Over Lions

The Carolina Panthers season is alive and well after a primetime win over the Detroit Lions. Carolina beats Detroit 32-26 as Bryce Young and Tetairoa McMillan show out with their connection and elite-level plays.

Carolina Panthers News / HITC / October 7

‘You guys buried him’ – Carolina Panthers star owed an apology by a lot of people, says Robert Griffin III

Robert Griffin III has been praising the development of Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young recently. Young was the first overall pick in the 2023 NFL draft, but he perhaps did not reach the heights many expected during the beginning of his professional career.

Carolina Panthers News / TWSN / October 6

Lee Hunter is the NFL's Most Underrated Rookie

The Panthers are looking at a 2-2 start to the season after winning on Sunday Night Football against the Detroit Lions. One of the players that is not getting enough attention is defensive tackle Lee Hunter.

Carolina Panthers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 6

Panthers Signing Two Players To Practice Squad

Per Mike Kaye, the Panthers are planning to sign LB Nick Hampton and CB Marco Wilson to their practice squad. Hampton, 26, was a fifth-round pick by the Rams in the 2023 NFL Draft out of Appalachian State.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 6

Dan Campbell sends warning to Lions players after loss to Panthers

Campbell will be making some changes as the Lions prepare for their Week 5 matchup against the 1-3 Arizona Cardinals on Oct. 11.

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Dave Canales News / A to Z Sports / October 5

Dave Canales confirms Panthers avoided major injuries with the two starters injured Sunday night, provides updates on other injury situations

The Carolina Panthers avoided major injuries when it comes to the status of pass rusher Jaelan Phillips and right tackle Monroe Freeling as the team looks to get healthier during the bye week.