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Jaelan Phillips News / Gridiron Heroics / March 15

'I’m Home': New Panthers LB Jaelan Phillips’ First Message After Arriving in Charlotte

Jaelan Phillips wasted little time embracing his new opportunity with the Carolina Panthers. The veteran pass rusher delivered a simple but powerful message after arriving in Charlotte.

Devin Lloyd News / Carolina Panthers on SI / March 15

Carolina Panthers Made the Most Perfect Signing of Free Agency

The Carolina Panthers signed Devin Lloyd to a three-year, $45 million deal. For one thing, doing that after signing Jaelan Phillips to a four-year, $120 million deal is shocking, but the value for Lloyd is incredible.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / March 15

Panthers Ranked as One of NFL’s Most Improved Teams One Week into Free Agency

Aaron Schatz of ESPN has wasted little time making his selections for the five most improved teams in the league after the early stages of free agency.

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Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / March 15

Carolina Panthers Projected Starting Lineup After Free Agency Week 1

The Carolina Panthers are among the most improved teams in the NFL this offseason. Through the first week of free agency, they've made some massive moves to transform their lineup.

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2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

Most of the NFL mock drafts focus on the early rounds, but there are still many prominent college players who will hear their names called later. These are just some of the big names that could hear their names in the later rounds.

Carolina Panthers News / ESPN / March 15

Safety Scott returns to Panthers on 1-year deal

Safety Nick Scott, who had a career-high 111 tackles last season, is returning to the Panthers on a one-year contract, the team announced Saturday.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / March 15

Panthers Predicted to Add Needed Depth to Secondary with Day 2 Picks

The start of the 2026 NFL draft is just over five weeks away. Hence, Alec Elijah of Pro Football Sports Network put together a three-round mock. He has the defending NFC South champion Carolina Panthers making quite a bold move on April 23.

NFL News / Carolina Panthers on SI / March 15

NFL Analyst Says Panthers Trade Up in First Round, but is it Warranted?

Over the weekend, Alec Elijah of Pro Football Sports Network came out with a three-round mock draft. He forecasts a pair of trades within the first 10 selections.

Jaelan Phillips News / Carolina Panthers on SI / March 15

Jaelan Phillips' Exorbitant Panthers Contract Isn't As Bad As You Think

The Carolina Panthers paid Jaelan Phillips in every sense of the word. He earned $120 million across four years, with $80 million guaranteed. $30 million a year puts him eighth in terms of edge rusher salaries.

Carolina Panthers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 14

Panthers re-sign safety on $3.25 million deal

The Carolina Panthers are making sure a major piece of their defensive puzzle stays put. On Saturday, the team officially re-signed starting safety Nick Scott to a one-year deal worth up to $3.25 million, according to his agents, Jeremy Appledorf and Ed Wasielewski of EMG Sports.

Nick Scott News / Pro Football Rumors / March 14

Panthers, S Nick Scott Agree To Deal

Nick Scott will remain in place with the Panthers for a third season. The veteran safety is re-signing with Carolina, per his agents (h/t Joe Person of The Athletic).

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2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / March 14

4 Panthers' Free Agents Who Could Still Re-Sign With Carolina

The Carolina Panthers let a number of players walk in free agency. The core of their roster has been under contract, so these players were not, with all due respect, crucial pieces of the puzzle.

Bryce Young News / Carolina Panthers on SI / March 14

After Free Agency Frenzy, Panthers QB Bryce Young Has No More Excuses

The Carolina Panthers have been among the most active teams in the NFL in free agency. Carolina has signed 11 contracts so far, adding a lot of talent

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Carolina Panthers News / Total Apex Sports / March 14

The Carolina Panthers Are Quietly Crushing The 2026 Offseason

The Carolina Panthers ended a grueling eight-year playoff drought last season by capturing the NFC South crown. Instead of resting on their laurels, the front office, led by General Manager Dan Morgan, has quietly executed a highly productive offseason.

Rico Dowdle News / Larry Brown Sports / March 14

Rico Dowdle warns Panthers: Game is circled

Newly signed Pittsburgh Steelers running back Rico Dowdle has made it clear that the 2026 matchup against his former team, the Carolina Panthers, carries extra motivation.

Carolina Panthers News / Gridiron Heroics / March 13

Carolina Panthers: Land Top Free-Agent Offensive Tackle for 2026

The Carolina Panthers have a left tackle dilemma brewing on their hands heading into the offseason. Ikem Ekwonu may miss most, if not all, of the 2026 season after rupturing his patellar tendon during the Wild Card, an injury that is just as challenging to recover from as a torn ACL, and his contract expires at the end of the year.

Carolina Panthers News / A to Z Sports / March 13

Grading the signing: Panthers finally land the top left tackle on the market to address an immediate need at an incredible value

The fantastic offseason led by general manager Dan Morgan continues for the Carolina Panthers in free agency after once again playing out the market perfectly to address an immediate position of need for the team going into the 2026 season.

Rasheed Walker News / Carolina Panthers on SI / March 13

Carolina Panthers To Sign Ex-Packers OT Rasheed Walker in Major Fix to Offensive Line

The Carolina Panthers have their Ikem Ekwonu replacement. They have agreed to terms with offensive tackle Rasheed Walker on a one-year deal. This is a surprising move given Carolina's other expenses and the talent that Walker is.

Rasheed Walker News / 5 GOATs / March 13

Report: Carolina Panthers sign former Green Bay Packers LT Rasheed Walker

The Carolina Panthers reached an agreement with former Green Bay Packers offensive tackle Rasheed Walker, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Walker played for the Packers from 2022-25.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / March 13

Ranking Carolina Panthers' Top 8 Free Agency Moves So Far, From Good to Best

The Carolina Panthers have been pretty busy throughout free agency, much busier and much more aggressive than anyone expected. They've shelled out some huge contracts.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / March 13

Former Carolina Panthers running back is clearly bringing his bad-blood mentality to the Pittsburgh Steelers after free agency exit

The Carolina Panthers are coming off a successful season that included a trip to the postseason and a division title after the offense under Dave Canales finally turned the right corner.

Carolina Panthers News / A to Z Sports / March 12

National media outlet says the Panthers made one of best moves in the NFL during the first wave of free agency

The Carolina Panthers, according to Pro Football Focus, made one of the top five moves in the league during the first few days of NFL free agency. PFF loved the Panthers' addition of free agent linebacker Devin Lloyd, who is set to play a key role in Carolina's defense after agreeing to a three-year deal.

Carolina Panthers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 12