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Panthers Reveal Week 1 Inactives: Is Darren Waller Playing?

Panthers Reveal Week 1 Inactives: Is Darren Waller Playing?

The Carolina Panthers are almost ready to kick off the 2026 season against the Chicago Bears. All of the offseason work and positive developments will be put to the test for the first time today in this battle between two 2025 playoff teams.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / September 13
What Happened to Bobby Brown? Panthers' D-Line Gets Even Thinner

What Happened to Bobby Brown? Panthers' D-Line Gets Even Thinner

The Carolina Panthers came into Sunday with a very thin defensive line. After losing Tershawn Wharton to injury and LaBryan Ray to retirement, the Panthers suddenly had a big need up front.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / September 13
Panthers May Finally Be Building a Roster Instead of Constantly Rebuilding One

Panthers May Finally Be Building a Roster Instead of Constantly Rebuilding One

For most of the last decade, the Carolina Panthers have seemingly been stuck in a never-ending rebuild. New coaches, new quarterbacks, and new plans have come and gone, with each one promising to finally get the franchise headed in the right direction.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 13
How to Live Stream Bears vs. Panthers: NFL Week 1

How to Live Stream Bears vs. Panthers: NFL Week 1

The Chicago Bears and Carolina Panthers begin their 2026 NFL seasons Sunday afternoon when they meet at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte. Both teams won their divisions last season, with Chicago finishing 11-6 to win the NFC North and Carolina going 8-9 atop the NFC South.

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The 'Most yards through two NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Most yards through two NFL seasons' quiz

32 quarterbacks in NFL history have throw for more than 6,000 yards in the first two seasons of their career. How many of those QBs can you name in five minutes?

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NFL News / Carolina Panthers on SI / September 13
Panthers Could Offer Patriots Solution After Losing A.J. Brown

Panthers Could Offer Patriots Solution After Losing A.J. Brown

The New England Patriots probably didn't think they would be looking for another receiver this early in the season, but the injury to A.J. Brown could change that.

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 13
These 4 Things Could Decide Panthers-Bears in Week 1

These 4 Things Could Decide Panthers-Bears in Week 1

The wait is finally over for the Carolina Panthers. After an offseason filled with expectations following last year's NFC South title, the Panthers open the 2026 season Sunday against a Chicago Bears team coming off a division title of its own.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / September 13
Fantasy Football Start or Sit Week 1: Bryce Young, Jalen Coker, Darren Waller

Fantasy Football Start or Sit Week 1: Bryce Young, Jalen Coker, Darren Waller

The Carolina Panthers will kick off their 2026 campaign against the Chicago Bears in Week 1 and begin their quest to make another trip to the playoffs.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / September 13
Fantasy Football Start or Sit Week 1: Chuba Hubbard, Tetairoa McMillan, Jonathon Brooks

Fantasy Football Start or Sit Week 1: Chuba Hubbard, Tetairoa McMillan, Jonathon Brooks

When the Carolina Panthers take the field against the Chicago Bears in Week 1, they will have running backs Chuba Hubbard and Jonathon Brooks and wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan all active.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 13
Final Injury Report for Bears-Panthers: Will Rome Odunze, Jonathon Brooks Play?

Final Injury Report for Bears-Panthers: Will Rome Odunze, Jonathon Brooks Play?

The Chicago Bears are on the road Sunday afternoon as they travel to take on the Carolina Panthers in an NFC matchup during Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season.

NFL News / Carolina Panthers on SI / September 13
Clash of Reigning Division Champs, 4 Other Things to Know About Panthers vs. Bears

Clash of Reigning Division Champs, 4 Other Things to Know About Panthers vs. Bears

In 2023, the Chicago Bears traded the first overall pick to the Carolina Panthers in a deal that involved numerous picks and wide receiver D.J. Moore (now with the Buffalo Bills).

Jonathon Brooks News / Athlon Sports / September 12
Jonathon Brooks is the Panthers' Biggest X-Factor for Week 1

Jonathon Brooks is the Panthers' Biggest X-Factor for Week 1

The Carolina Panthers are set to take on the Chicago Bears in Week 1. Both teams desperately want to open the 2026 season with a win, so this will be an exciting one.

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.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / September 12
Panthers Elevate Two From Practice Squad, Including Former First-Round Pick

Panthers Elevate Two From Practice Squad, Including Former First-Round Pick

The Carolina Panthers are preparing to take on the Chicago Bears in Week 1. This is an important game for the Panthers, despite it being the first game of the season.

Carolina Panthers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 12
Panthers Elevate S Isaiah Simmons & LB Jeremiah Moon

Panthers Elevate S Isaiah Simmons & LB Jeremiah Moon

According to Joe Person, the Panthers elevated S Isaiah Simmons and LB Jeremiah Moon to their active roster for Week 1. Simmons, 27, was a two-year starter at Clemson and won the Butkus Award as college football’s best linebacker in 2019.

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NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 12
3 Panthers Who Have to Step Up Against Bears in Week 1

3 Panthers Who Have to Step Up Against Bears in Week 1

Week 1 is finally here, folks. For the first time in months, we’ll see the Carolina Panthers on the field in a real game. The Panthers are welcoming the Chicago Bears to town.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / September 12
Fantasy Football Start or Sit Week 1: Bryce Young, Chuba Hubbard, Darren Waller

Fantasy Football Start or Sit Week 1: Bryce Young, Chuba Hubbard, Darren Waller

The Carolina Panthers are just one day away from kicking off the 2026 season. The Panthers are taking on the Chicago Bears in what should be a fun matchup between two 2025 playoff teams.

Bryce Young News / Carolina Panthers on SI / September 12
Week 1 Fantasy Projections for Carolina Panthers Stars Bryce Young & More

Week 1 Fantasy Projections for Carolina Panthers Stars Bryce Young & More

The Carolina Panthers and Chicago Bears will face off in Week 1. For those not interested in a matchup of former playoff teams, there are fantasy implications, even with the Panthers.

Carolina Panthers News / Pro Football Rumors / September 11
Panthers Owner David Tepper: ‘I’m A Believer’ In QB Bryce Young

Panthers Owner David Tepper: ‘I’m A Believer’ In QB Bryce Young

Bryce Young is about to begin his fourth NFL season. Uncertainty looms over his future based on the lack of a Panthers extension in his case. A contract was discussed by Carolina this spring, but as the offseason progressed it became clear no long-term commitment would be forthcoming.

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.

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.

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 / 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.

Xavier Legette News / A to Z Sports / September 10
Xavier Legette’s renewed focus has the Panthers looking for more ways to get the ball in his hands

Xavier Legette’s renewed focus has the Panthers looking for more ways to get the ball in his hands

Carolina Panthers wide receiver Xavier Legette is entering into a critical Year 3 starting on Sunday and his new sense of focus as encouraged the Panthers compared to what they saw last season.

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. 

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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 / 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

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