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One Concerning Trend Bryce Young Needs to End in Week 1 Against Bears

One Concerning Trend Bryce Young Needs to End in Week 1 Against Bears

The Carolina Panthers are about to start their 2026 season this weekend. It will be a tough matchup for the Panthers, as they are welcoming in the Chicago Bears.

Dave Canales News / A to Z Sports / September 11
Dave Canales is quietly keeping one Panthers weapon under the radar ahead of Sunday’s game against the Bears

Dave Canales is quietly keeping one Panthers weapon under the radar ahead of Sunday’s game against the Bears

The Carolina Panthers are set to unleash tight end Darren Waller for the first time on Sunday against the Chicago Bears and head coach Dave Canales is keeping his potential impact under the radar.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / September 11
Predicting Panthers Games Ahead of Daunting 2026 Schedule

Predicting Panthers Games Ahead of Daunting 2026 Schedule

How are the Carolina Panthers going to do this year? They face one of the NFL's most daunting schedules. It's ranked third-hardest, to be exact. Initially, we predicted a final record of 9-8.

Jaycee Horn News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 11
Panthers’ Jaycee Horn is glad ‘trash’ Pro Bowl is gone, with 1 exception

Panthers’ Jaycee Horn is glad ‘trash’ Pro Bowl is gone, with 1 exception

The Carolina Panthers enter Week 1 with Jaycee Horn leading the secondary, but the star cornerback has already delivered a blunt take on the Pro Bowl. Horn weighed in on the NFL’s decision to end the AFC-NFC Pro Bowl game, and the Panthers star had mixed feelings about the change.

Baker Mayfield News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz

The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz

There have been 22 quarterbacks in NFL history to throw for 4,500 yards and 15 interceptions in the same season. How many can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active 4th quarter comebacks' quiz
The 'Multiple 4K passing-yard NFL seasons' quiz
The '3-TD, 3-INT NFL games' quiz
NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 11
4 Things That Must Happen for the Panthers to Defeat Bears in Week 1

4 Things That Must Happen for the Panthers to Defeat Bears in Week 1

The Carolina Panthers are preparing for their season-opening matchup with the Chicago Bears this weekend. This will be a great litmus test for the Panthers.

NFL News / Yardbarker
When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2026?

When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2026?

All 32 teams have hope for a perfect 17-0 regular season as another year begins, but the odds aren't in their favor. As the season opens, we predict the first loss for each team in 2026.

NFL News / Carolina Panthers on SI / September 11
The 4 Things (Besides a Win) Panthers Must Show vs. Bears

The 4 Things (Besides a Win) Panthers Must Show vs. Bears

The Carolina Panthers get the honor of hosting the Chicago Bears this Sunday to kick off both teams' NFL seasons. There are plenty of things we want to see happen.

Carolina Panthers News / EssentiallySports / September 11
Luke Kuechly Called Out After Repeating Tom Brady’s Early Mistake on Netflix NFL Broadcasting Debut

Luke Kuechly Called Out After Repeating Tom Brady’s Early Mistake on Netflix NFL Broadcasting Debut

When Netflix handed 2026 Hall of Famer Luke Kuechly the job as the new lead NFL game analyst, it looked good on paper. But Kuechly’s NFL broadcasting debut has already drawn criticism.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / September 10
One 2027 Free Agent That Would Transform the Panthers' Offense

One 2027 Free Agent That Would Transform the Panthers' Offense

The Carolina Panthers have much more talent right now than they had in previous seasons. The team addressed most of its biggest needs this offseason, like an edge rusher, linebacker, and offensive line.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / September 10
Panthers Urged to Trade Player They Can't Afford to Lose in 2026

Panthers Urged to Trade Player They Can't Afford to Lose in 2026

The Carolina Panthers are just days away from starting their 2026 season. This is a big season for the team as they look to prove their division win was no fluke.

Jonathon Brooks News / Athlon Sports / September 10
Jonathon Brooks and More Panthers' Injury Updates Ahead of Week 1

Jonathon Brooks and More Panthers' Injury Updates Ahead of Week 1

The Carolina Panthers are just days away from kicking off their 2026 season against the Chicago Bears. This is a big matchup for the Panthers against a fellow 2025 playoff team.

Carolina Panthers News / The Lead / September 10
How the Panthers Can Pull Off the Week One Upset

How the Panthers Can Pull Off the Week One Upset

The NFL is finally back. After a summer that felt like forever, Week One has finally arrived, bringing with it the answers to months of speculation, questions, and concerns.

NFL News / Yardbarker
The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

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.

David Tepper News / Athlon Sports / September 10
Panthers' David Tepper Confident 2025 Division Win Was No Fluke

Panthers' David Tepper Confident 2025 Division Win Was No Fluke

The Carolina Panthers surprised some people in 2025. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers looked ready to run away with the NFC South, but the Panthers never went away and ended up stealing the crown.

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The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz
 The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz
The 'Most 10-TD catch NFL seasons' quiz
 The 'Most 10-TD catch NFL seasons' quiz
The 'NFL's active passing-leaders' quiz
 The 'NFL's active passing-leaders' quiz
The '2026 NFL Week 1 starting QBs' quiz
 The '2026 NFL Week 1 starting QBs' quiz
Xavier Legette News / Athlon Sports / September 10
Xavier Legette Needs to Turn Stellar Camp into Stellar Regular Season

Xavier Legette Needs to Turn Stellar Camp into Stellar Regular Season

There are a few Carolina Panthers who have more pressure on them than most this season. Obviously, quarterback Bryce Young is one of those. Young had his best season in 2025, but he needs to be even better in 2026 if he wants an extension.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / September 10
Panthers Could Trade Struggling Player to Chiefs in Smart Move Already

Panthers Could Trade Struggling Player to Chiefs in Smart Move Already

NFL trades tend not to happen very often once the regular season begins. Teams spend several weeks figuring themselves out before the trade deadline, which is when things ramp up.

Carolina Panthers News / Yardbarker / September 10
Young shares thoughts on Panthers future after owner comments

Bryce Young shares thoughts on Panthers future after David Tepper comments

The club hasn't made any real commitment to Young other than picking up the fifth-year option for 2027 attached to his contract. 

The 'Most Pro Bowls by NFL franchise' quiz
Tershawn Wharton News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 10
Panthers Restructure DT Tershawn Wharton For $9.7M In Cap Savings

Panthers Restructure DT Tershawn Wharton For $9.7M In Cap Savings

Per Spotrac, the Panthers are converting $12.2 million of DT Tershawn Wharton‘s base salary into a signing bonus and adding three void years to create $9.7 million in 2026 cap space.

Carolina Panthers News / A to Z Sports / September 10
Panthers make necessary contract decision with injured veteran that finally has the team ready for the start of the season

Panthers make necessary contract decision with injured veteran that finally has the team ready for the start of the season

The Carolina Panthers are now cap compliant for the 2026 season after restructuring the contract of injured defensive tackle Tershawn Wharton on Thursday.

NFL News / Carolina Panthers on SI / September 10
What NFL Expert Picks Tell Us About Panthers vs. Bears Week 1

What NFL Expert Picks Tell Us About Panthers vs. Bears Week 1

What the experts are predicting for an NFL matchup often turns out wrong. Upsets happen, and predictions go awry. But the logic and reasoning behind the picks can be particularly revealing.

Carolina Panthers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 9
What Panthers’ Bryce Young said about murky contract situation after Baker Mayfield extension

What Panthers’ Bryce Young said about murky contract situation after Baker Mayfield extension

The Carolina Panthers enter the 2026 season with renewed attention on quarterback Bryce Young’s long-term future, particularly after NFC South rival Baker Mayfield landed a three-year, $165 million extension worth $55 million annually with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / September 9
Is 2026 the Final Year for Panthers' Bryce Young & Dave Canales Together?

Is 2026 the Final Year for Panthers' Bryce Young & Dave Canales Together?

The Carolina Panthers are in a tough spot. They have a coach and QB combo that hasn't quite worked out as everyone hoped yet. They've been patient and seen growth, but it's now or never.

Carolina Panthers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 9
Panthers Made Two Practice Squad Moves For Week 1

Panthers Made Two Practice Squad Moves For Week 1

The Carolina Panthers announced they have signed OLB Jeremiah Moon to the practice squad and released OLB Cam Gill in a corresponding move.  Carolina’s

Darren Waller News / TWSN / September 8
Don’t Sleep on Darren Waller for the 2026 NFL Season

Don’t Sleep on Darren Waller for the 2026 NFL Season

One of the most interesting tight ends in recent memory is Darren Waller. The rise of Waller took four seasons, and his prime was really not that long.

Jonathon Brooks News / TWSN / September 7
Jonathon Brooks’ Latest Injury Update Raises Major Week 1 Concerns

Jonathon Brooks’ Latest Injury Update Raises Major Week 1 Concerns

While the Carolina Panthers would undoubtedly like to have Jonathon Brooks back on the field for their Week 1 matchup, they still need to be cautious with him.

Carolina Panthers News / Pro Football Rumors / September 5
Panthers TE Ja’Tavion Sanders Drawing Trade Interest

Panthers TE Ja’Tavion Sanders Drawing Trade Interest

Entering the third season of his four-year rookie contract, Panthers tight end Ja’Tavion Sanders has drawn recent trade interest. The Panthers discussed Sanders with other teams before last Sunday’s cutdown deadline, a league source told Joseph Person of The Athletic.

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