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Four Nic Scourton Replacements for Panthers Following Devastating Injury

The Carolina Panthers suffered a devastating blow on the first day of training camp. Second-year edge rusher Nic Scourton suffered a serious injury and was carted off the field in tears.

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Carolina Panthers Aren't Exactly Set Up For Long-Term Success

The 2026 season is right around the corner, and while the main focus is on the upcoming tasks at hand, it's never a bad time to take a step back and view the Carolina Panthers from a big-picture perspective.

Carolina Panthers News / Total Pro Sports / July 24

Panthers Lose Star to Torn ACL on First Day of Camp

The Carolina Panthers took a significant hit before training camp even got going. A key member of the defense suffered a serious knee injury during the opening practice and will miss the entire 2026 season.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 24

NFC Notes: Nick Sirianni, Dave Canales, Lee Hunter, Eagles, Panthers

Eagles HC Nick Sirianni said that he’s used AI this off-season to help advance the team forward and admitted that expectations are lofty. “You come off

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Carolina Panthers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 24

Panthers Host Eight Defensive Players

The Carolina Panthers hosted eight defensive players for tryouts or visits on Friday, per the NFL Transactions wire. The full list includes: DB Dontae

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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.

Ryan Hayes News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 24

Panthers Claim OT Ryan Hayes, Among Six Roster Moves

The Carolina Panthers officially claimed OT Ryan Hayes off waivers from the Titans on Friday, per the NFL Transactions wire. Carolina also signed OT Derrell

Tetairoa McMillan News / A to Z Sports / July 24

Panthers are brewing up a plan that could take Tetairoa McMillan’s game to a new level ahead of crucial Year 2

Carolina Panthers know they have a rising star on their hands in WR Tetairoa McMillan, fresh off an Offensive Rookie of the Year worthy season. Now the question becomes, how can the team unlock even more in Year 2?

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / July 24

Underrated Panthers Will Have Hands Full in NFC South on the Rise in 2026

Flashback to this past season. The Carolina Panthers won the NFC South for the first time since 2015. Dave Canales’s club captured the top spot with an 8-9 record, getting the nod via a tiebreaker over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Atlanta Falcons.

Will Grier News / Pro Football Rumors / July 24

Cowboys Add Will Grier To Coaching Staff

Nine days after announcing his retirement, former quarterback Will Grier has already lined up his next job in the NFL. The 31-year-old is returning to Dallas to join Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer‘s staff as an offensive assistant, Todd Archer of ESPN reports.

Will Grier News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 24

Cowboys Hiring Former QB Will Grier As Offensive Assistant

According to Todd Archer, the Cowboys are hiring former QB Will Grier as an offensive assistant. Grier announced his retirement a little over a week ago and was placed on the Panthers’ reserved/retired list. Per Joseph Person of The Athletic, the Cowboys offered him a spot on their coaching staff before he signed with the Panthers back in April.

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One player from every NFL team who will bounce back in 2026

The 2025 NFL season didn't go as smoothly as hoped for some proven players. These players are the top candidates on their respective teams to bounce back this season.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / July 24

The Panthers Can No Longer Afford to Cut This Struggling Veteran

Earlier this offseason, we covered the idea that the Carolina Panthers may want to strongly consider cutting Pat Jones II. The edge rusher had a disappointing, injury-marred first season in Charlotte.

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Carolina Panthers News / The Lead / July 24

Day 1 Injuries at Panthers Training Camp Immediately Test Depth

The Carolina Panthers needed only one day of training camp to generate enough headlines for an entire week. Some brought excitement. Others immediately

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5 Moves I Would Make If I Was the Carolina Panthers GM

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Nic Scourton News / Field Level Media / July 24

Panthers place LB Nic Scourton (knee) on season-ending IR

Carolina Panthers linebacker Nic Scourton's season is over before it began. The Panthers placed Scourton on injured reserve on Friday, one day after he injured his right knee on a wet field during the team's first practice of training camp.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / July 24

Why Panthers Should Absolutely Trade for Cole Kmet or Dawson Knox

The NFL offseason is coming to a close as the Carolina Panthers' training camp started today. Despite the offseason ending and players starting to throw on the pads, there's still time for teams to make moves to bolster their rosters heading into the 2026 season.

Jonathon Brooks News / Carolina Panthers on SI / July 24

Panthers' Offense Just Got A Whole Lot Scarier After Jonathon Brooks Practice Review

One of the most interesting storylines for the Carolina Panthers during training camp is the return of running back Jonathon Brooks. Brooks has had a rough go of it early on in his NFL career, to say the least.

Carolina Panthers News / Larry Brown Sports / July 24

Panthers lose 2025 second-round pick to torn ACL

Carolina Panthers outside linebacker Nic Scourton suffered a torn ACL in his right knee during the first day of training camp on Thursday. The second-year player, selected 51st overall in the 2025 NFL Draft out of Texas A&M, went down late in practice on a wet field during team drills while engaged with an offensive lineman.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / July 24

Jalen Coker, Mike Jackson Will Have Way Bigger Roles for Panthers Than We Think

The Carolina Panthers have made solid strides in two seasons under head coach Dave Canales. He took over a club that finished with an NFL-worst 2-15 record in 2023, and the team has improved by three wins in each of the past two seasons.

NFL News / Yardbarker / July 23

Panthers get worst-case news on Nic Scourton injury

The Carolina Panthers' worst fear has come true with Nic Scourton.

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Carolina Panthers News / Field Level Media / July 23

Panthers extend naming-rights deal, reveal reimagined stadium

The Carolina Panthers and Bank of America agreed to extend their long-term stadium naming-rights deal, with the team sharing on Thursday what the reimagined Bank of America Stadium will look like by the time renovations are finished in 2030.

Ikem Ekwonu News / The SportsRush / July 23

Ikem Ekwonu’s Patellar Tendon Rehab Has Panthers GM Bullish on 2026 Return

Ikem Ekwonu is ahead of schedule, and the Carolina Panthers believe he has a real shot at playing this season. NFL Network‘s Ian Rapoport reported that Panthers GM Dan Morgan expressed optimism about Ekwonu’s return from a torn patellar tendon.

Carolina Panthers News / Pro Football Rumors / July 22

Panthers Move Ikem Ekwonu, Tershawn Wharton To Active/PUP List; Bobby Brown Added To Active/NFI List

The Panthers placed right tackle Taylor Moton and cornerback Jaycee Horn on the active/non-football injury list yesterday. More procedural moves have taken place today.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / July 22

Panthers QB Bryce Young Highlights Trait That Sets Tetairoa McMillan Apart

The Carolina Panthers are looking to build off the momentum of the 2025 NFL season. With Bryce Young under center, the Panthers went 8-9, won the NFC South, and made a playoff appearance for the first time since 2017.

Carolina Panthers News / Yardbarker / July 22

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Taylor Moton News / Larry Brown Sports / July 21

Standout OT Taylor Moton set to miss start of season with concerning health issue

A leading NFL offensive lineman is set to miss the start of the 2026 season with a concerning health issue. Carolina Panthers right tackle Taylor Moton will start training camp on the non-football injury list, according to ESPN’s Cameron Wolfe.