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Everything to know about why the Panthers will take a step forward in 2025

With the release of the 2025 NFL schedule, the Carolina Panthers now know not only who they’ll face—but when. While opponents have been set for months, the official schedule hassparked cautious optimism among fans.

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Panthers predicted to sign 10-INT defensive back as running mate for Tre'von Moehrig

Earlier this offseason, Carolina Panthers general manager Dan Morgan named safety as one of the team's biggest needs. "I think you go interior D-line, you go outside linebacker, you go safety," Morgan said.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / May 18

Panthers great Steve Smith might want to cancel Christmas, Easter and the Tooth Fairy

Carolina Panthers legend Steve Smith apparent isn't a fan of Santa Clause, the Easter Bunny, or the Tooth Fairy. There are just some things you don't mess with, and Christmas, Easter and the Tooth Fairy are three of those things.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / May 18

Analyst shockingly names Panthers' most experienced pass-rusher cut candidate

After struggling to rush the passer in 2024, the Carolina Panthers ensured they would have more talent on the edge this season. While they were quiet in this department during free agency, they picked up the pace during the 2025 NFL draft.

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NFL News / Carolina Panthers on SI / May 18

Panthers' prime-time return vs. 49ers ranked worst Monday Night Football game of 2025

Last year the Carolina Panthers were considered so bad that the league didn't bother to schedule them for any prime-time games - meaning no Sunday Night Football games, no Monday Night Football games, and not even a heinous Thursday night divisional game to be found.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / May 18

2025 NFL schedule release video rankings have Carolina Panthers in the middle

For a long time the Carolina Panthers had the best social media team in the business - not just in the NFL, but in all four major pro sports. However, over time the people responsible for making that the case were inevitably drawn to other teams the same way good assistant coaches are - lured away by bigger jobs and more money.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / May 17

NFL post-schedule release power rankings still has Panthers near the bottom

Free agency has been reduced to dribs and drabs, the 2025 NFL draft is history, and this season’s schedule has been released. So why not an updated version of power rankings?

NFL News / Carolina Panthers on SI / May 17

Panthers' electrifying WR lands sobering outlook that may frustrate fans

The Carolina Panthers made sure to double down at wide receiver in the NFL draft after failing to land Bryce Young any aerial weapons in free agency, selecting both Tetairoa McMillan and Jimmy Horn Jr.

Carolina Panthers News / Last Word On Sports / May 17

Panthers Schedule: Analyst Projects Disastrous 2025

The Carolina Panthers schedule is officially out, and one analyst believes the year will not go in their favor. Despite finishing with a 5-12 record, the team finished the year on a high note with quarterback Bryce Young finally playing like a franchise quarterback.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / May 17

PFF: Panthers UDFA Jalen Coker 'consistently looked better' than first-rounder Xavier Legette in 2024

While it looks like the Carolina Panthers landed a pretty special 2025 NFL draft class, it's entirely too early to make any kind of definitive judgements about this group.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / May 17

ESPN ratings for each Panthers unit paints picture of genuine roster improvement

Now that the schedule for the 2025 NFL season is out, it's time to spend the next two and a half months debating rankings to fill the time before training camp.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / May 17

24 NFL offenses ranked ahead of Carolina Panthers' going into 2025 season

The Carolina Panthers ended the 2024 season on a strong note - at least on one side of the ball. While their defense was finishing up the worst year any NFL defense has ever had, their passing offense was showing real signs of life for the first time in the post-Cam Newton era.

Bryce Young News / Carolina Panthers on SI / May 17

ESPN 2025 projections for Panthers QB Bryce Young not much different from 2024

This offseason the Carolina Panthers spent most of their energy on improving what was the worst scoring defense of all time last season. That's both understandable and the right way to go, as even an only modestly-horrible defense would qualify as a huge upgrade this year.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / May 17

Carolina Panthers announce jersey numbers for their 2025 NFL free agent class

Before the Carolina Panthers put together their stellar 2025 NFL draft class, they were one of the most aggressive teams at the outset of free agency. On the first day of the legal tampering period they addressed several major defensive needs, bringing in veterans to fill holes up front as well as on the back end of their defense.

Carolina Panthers News / Cat Scratch Reader / May 16

Previewing the Panthers schedule: Weeks 7 through 12

The Panthers follow an easy stretch of schedule with an equally brutal one. The Carolina Panthers schedule can be divided into three segments, both because 18 is divisible by three and because there are three distinct segments that each have a common thread running through them.

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Panthers predicted to add missing piece to front 7 with trade for 4-time Pro Bowler

The Carolina Panthers have invested significant resources in their defense this offseason, but the team recently made a move that could leave it searching for even more help.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / May 16

Panthers earn optimistic offseason grade from NFL insider

The Carolina Panthers had an extremely busy offseason. It's largely complete, though a smattering of smaller moves could still be made. The roster is mostly set, though, so it's a fair time to review and grade what the Panthers did.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / May 16

Panthers urged to consider signing former All-Pro safety to round out secondary

The Carolina Panthers signed a safety in free agency and drafted another in the fourth round of the 2025 NFL draft. The problem is that the ones they had before were bad, and most of them left in free agency.

Carolina Panthers News / Sneakers on SI / May 15

Jordan Brand Signs Carolina Panthers Rookie Tetairoa McMillan

Jordan Brand continues to grow its footprint in the NFL by signing top talent around the league. On Thursday, Jumpman proudly announced the signing of Carolina Panthers wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / May 15

Panthers player named breakout star to watch by PFF in 2025

When Shaq Thompson went down early last season, Panthers fans feared the worst. But in the middle of the chaos, a third-round rookie quietly stepped into the spotlight — and now, Trevin Wallace may be primed for a breakout year.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / May 14

Panthers' NFC South rival takes huge blow with 2025 NFL schedule release

The Carolina Panthers got their first look at the 2025 schedule on Wednesday night. While the team faces a few key matchups with three of the first four on the road, it's a decent set of games.

NFL News / Yardbarker / May 14

Highlighting NFC South blockbuster games of 2025 season

The NFL released its complete schedule for the 2025 season on Wednesday. Here is the blockbuster game (and another intriguing matchup) for every team in the NFC South.

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Carolina Panthers News / 5 GOATs / May 14

2025 NFL Schedule: Carolina Panthers opponents, game times, TV released

The 2025 NFL schedule is here, and the Carolina Panthers now have their official slate for the coming season. Their opponents, game times and TV networks have been released.

Jonathon Brooks News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 14

Panthers Explain Why They Shut Down RB Jonathon Brooks For 2025

The Panthers recently placed 2024 second-round RB Jonathon Brooks on the PUP list, which will keep him out for the entire 2025 season. Panthers HC Dave Canales opened up on Brooks, explaining how they felt this was the best decision for his health to ensure he’s 100 percent before getting back on the field.