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Bryce Young option pickup keeps Panthers on schedule for rebuild

Bryce Young option pickup keeps Panthers on schedule for rebuild

Bryce Young staying with Panthers: 5th-year option picked up Everyone expected Carolina to pick up Bryce Young’s fifth-year option, but it was still the right call.

Bryce Young News / Carolina Panthers on SI / May 5
Why Panthers CB Mike Jackson is a Better Extension Candidate Than Bryce Young

Why Panthers CB Mike Jackson is a Better Extension Candidate Than Bryce Young

The Carolina Panthers have some choices to make, not just with Bryce Young next year, but with one of the other more prominent pieces of this roster, cornerback Mike Jackson.

Carolina Panthers News / A to Z Sports / May 5
New rankings show the Panthers’ path forward projects to be tougher than expected, putting post-2025 momentum to the test

New rankings show the Panthers’ path forward projects to be tougher than expected, putting post-2025 momentum to the test

The Carolina Panthers seemingly rounded the corner during the 2025 season after winning the division, but the road ahead is going to get even harder based on the team’s projected strength of schedule.

Arizona Cardinals News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'Passing TD leaders by NFL franchise' quiz

The 'Passing TD leaders by NFL franchise' quiz

How many of the career leaders for passing touchdowns for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'Most passing + rushing TD games' quiz
The 'NFL single-game completions leaders' quiz
The 'Active NFL passing YPG leaders' quiz
Derrick Brown News / Carolina Panthers on SI / May 5
What Makes Lee Hunter the Perfect Complement to Derrick Brown for Panthers

What Makes Lee Hunter the Perfect Complement to Derrick Brown for Panthers

The Carolina Panthers have gone to great lengths to fix the interior of their defense since that dreadful 2024 season. That year, they allowed the most points in NFL history thanks in no small part to a run defense that allowed over 3,000 rushing yards.

NFL News / Yardbarker
The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft

The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft

With the 2026 draft in the books, teams are already looking toward 2027. Here's our way-too-early 2027 NFL mock draft, as of April 27, 2026.

Let's tap the brakes on the hype for Arch Manning for 2027 NFL Draft
Round 1 of the 2027 NFL Draft projected to be top-heavy with QBs
Five non-quarterback stars to know before 2027 NFL Draft
2026 NFL Draft: First-round grades
25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season
Carolina Panthers News / Yardbarker / May 5
NFL execs send new warnings to Panthers about signing Young to extension

NFL executives send new warnings to Panthers about signing Bryce Young to an extension

The Panthers picked up the fifth-year option for 2027 attached to his contract.

Dan Morgan offers huge update on possible contract extension for Bryce Young
Panthers' major Bryce Young decision is huge milestone for QB after early struggles
The 'NFL 2015-16 leading passers by team' quiz
Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / May 5
Panthers Could Target Mike Jackson Replacement Early in 2027 NFL Draft

Panthers Could Target Mike Jackson Replacement Early in 2027 NFL Draft

There’s no question that the Carolina Panthers have one of the best cornerback tandems in the league in two-time Pro Bowler Jaycee Horn and somewhat-underrated seven-year veteran Mike Jackson.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / May 5
Panthers Could Have Insanely Difficult Schedule in 2026 - But it Won't Matter

Panthers Could Have Insanely Difficult Schedule in 2026 - But it Won't Matter

Based on all the projections, the Carolina Panthers will face an extremely difficult schedule this season. We don't know the schedule yet, but we do know the opponents, and at first glance, it certainly does have some challenges in store.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / May 5
Our Favorite Carolina Panthers NFL Draft Pick in 2026

Our Favorite Carolina Panthers NFL Draft Pick in 2026

The Carolina Panthers made seven selections in the NFL draft this year, and they've added a handful of intriguing undrafted free agents in the days following.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / May 4
Jaelan Phillips & Nic Scourton Are Wildly Underrated as Panthers’ Edge Duo

Jaelan Phillips & Nic Scourton Are Wildly Underrated as Panthers’ Edge Duo

You can certainly understand the skepticism. Dating back to 2023, no team in the National Football League has amassed fewer sacks than the Carolina Panthers.

Carolina Panthers News / A to Z Sports / May 4
Panthers’ new RB reveals jersey number as a slight nod to a franchise legend while his play will remind fans of another standout player

Panthers’ new RB reveals jersey number as a slight nod to a franchise legend while his play will remind fans of another standout player

Carolina Panthers veteran running back AJ Dillon announced on social media what number he will be rocking with his new team, and it’s one Panthers fans should be used to seeing in the backfield.

NFL News / Yardbarker
25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season

25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season

The early-round picks get most of the headlines, but the later rounds are where championships are often built. These 25 late-round picks from the 2026 draft have a chance to make impacts as rookies and beyond.

Carolina Panthers News / HITC / May 4
Jalen Coker fast-forwards Carolina’s receiver room makeover for Bryce Young

Jalen Coker fast-forwards Carolina’s receiver room makeover for Bryce Young

Panthers are doing what they can to give Bryce Young the right setup, and early signs suggest they might be ahead of schedule. One reason? Jalen Coker has moved up the ranks quickly enough that he can’t just be viewed as a depth option anymore.

Carolina Panthers News / A to Z Sports / May 4
Panthers make forward-thinking hire to the coaching staff with a former player that could lead to even more after 2026

Panthers make forward-thinking hire to the coaching staff with a former player that could lead to even more after 2026

The Carolina Panthers made an underrated addition to head coach Dave Canales’ coaching staff this week by hiring former safety Mike Adams a Bill Walsh coaching fellow.

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The '20-point, 15-rebound Game 7's' quiz
 The '20-point, 15-rebound Game 7's' quiz
The 'Active 30-point playoff games' quiz
 The 'Active 30-point playoff games' quiz
The '5 3's on 50% shooting playoff games' quiz
 The '5 3's on 50% shooting playoff games' quiz
The 'Playoff scoring record by team' quiz
 The 'Playoff scoring record by team' quiz
David Njoku News / Carolina Panthers on SI / May 4
Panthers Can Easily Free Up Money for David Njoku, Deebo Samuel in Free Agency

Panthers Can Easily Free Up Money for David Njoku, Deebo Samuel in Free Agency

One of the bigger spenders in free agency, the Carolina Panthers have made it clear that they intend to win and win right now, but they have the chance

Carolina Panthers News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'NFL receiving leaders by season' quiz

The 'NFL receiving leaders by season' quiz

How many of the NFL receiving leaders during the Super Bowl era can you name in six minutes?

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / May 4
Panthers Not Expected to Contend for Playoffs? Here's Why That's Foolish

Panthers Not Expected to Contend for Playoffs? Here's Why That's Foolish

The Carolina Panthers made the playoffs last year after winning a three-way tiebreaker for the NFC South title. This year, weirdly, they're not expected to compete for the playoffs.

Bryce Young News / A to Z Sports / May 4
Panthers rookie could further unlock Bryce Young’s best trait and elevate Carolina’s passing offense into a legitimate threat

Panthers rookie could further unlock Bryce Young’s best trait and elevate Carolina’s passing offense into a legitimate threat

Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young is quietly one of the league’s top deep ball passers and that’s something that can be further unlocked with the addition of rookie wide receiver Chris Brazzell II.

Jadeveon Clowney News / Carolina Panthers on SI / May 4
Panthers Should Still Reunite with Former Cowboys Star Jadeveon Clowney

Panthers Should Still Reunite with Former Cowboys Star Jadeveon Clowney

The Carolina Panthers did not draft a single edge rusher this year after taking two in 2025. Those two, along with the recent acquisition of Jaelan Phillips in free agency, seemingly put the position group into good enough shape to ignore it in the draft.

Carolina Panthers News / A to Z Sports / May 4
Three predictions for the Carolina Panthers rookie class, including a new starter up-front but not the one many would expect

Three predictions for the Carolina Panthers rookie class, including a new starter up-front but not the one many would expect

Carolina Panthers general manager Dan Morgan put together another A+ class in the 2026 NFL Draft with multiple draft picks set to be immediate difference-makers for this team.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / May 4
Panthers Training Camp Will Feature Intense Competition at Key Position

Panthers Training Camp Will Feature Intense Competition at Key Position

When Carolina Panthers’ assistant GM Dan Morgan was promoted to president of football operations/general manager in January of 2024, he wasted little time addressing the team’s offensive line.

Carolina Panthers News / Pro Football Rumors / May 3
Dan Morgan: Panthers Discussing Bryce Young Extension Internally

Dan Morgan: Panthers Discussing Bryce Young Extension Internally

The Panthers made the expected move of picking up Bryce Young‘s fifth-year option earlier this week. Attention will now turn to the matter of an extension for the former No.

Dave Canales News / Carolina Panthers on SI / May 3
What the NFL Draft Told Us About Dave Canales' Real Plan for the Panthers

What the NFL Draft Told Us About Dave Canales' Real Plan for the Panthers

Dave Canales and Dan Morgan had a plan for the Carolina Panthers going into the draft, and a lot of it involved upgrading the roster without targeting clear holes.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / May 2
Panthers Won't Be in Market for QB in 2027, Insider Fortunately Claims

Panthers Won't Be in Market for QB in 2027, Insider Fortunately Claims

The 2026 NFL Draft was partially defined by being one of the weakest QB classes in draft history, but that changes next year as next year’s QB class is loaded with talent coming out of college.

Carolina Panthers News / Pro Football Rumors / May 1
Panthers RT Taylor Moton Not Weighing Retirement

Panthers RT Taylor Moton Not Weighing Retirement

Last summer, Taylor Moton agreed to a two-year Panthers extension. The team’s right tackle stalwart is under contract through 2027 as a result, and no thought is currently being given to hanging up his cleats.

Carolina Panthers News / Pro Football Rumors / April 30
Panthers RB Jonathon Brooks Cleared For Offseason Program

Panthers RB Jonathon Brooks Cleared For Offseason Program

The Panthers spent a 2024 second-round pick on running back Jonathon Brooks, but multiple knee injuries have prevented him from contributing in the NFL.

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