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Panthers' GM Dan Morgan finally sees some rewarding pay off from his recent investments during Week 5 win over the Dolphins

The Carolina Panthers were in dire need of a get-right win following an abysmal Week 4 performance and spent the week leading up to Sunday doing some self-scouting and roster overhaul.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / September 26

Carolina Panthers' dormant pass rush could get untracked vs. Patriots on Sunday

Three weeks into this NFL season and rookie edge rusher Princely Umanmielen has become the answer to a trivia question. Who is the only Carolina Panthers’ player to record a sack in 2025?

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / September 7

Carolina Panthers suffer major defensive loss with immediate negative impact

The Carolina Panthers' defensive line was awful last year. It could not stop the run whatsoever, so GM Dan Morgan set out to fix that. He drafted three defensive linemen and signed two more.

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The 'Active 140-yard, two TD catch games' quiz

How many of the active NFL players to rack up at least 140 receiving yards and catch two touchdowns in one game can you name in six minutes?

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Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / September 6

NFL pundit misses mark on Carolina Panthers’ biggest need going into Week 1

Carolina Panthers’ general manager Dan Morgan did a ton of work this offseason when it came to addressing league’s worst defensive unit in 2024. Ejiro Evero’s unit had many issues, including a horrific run defense that allowed a whopping 179.8 yards per game.

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32 notable NFL QBs who were acquired well into the season

It's uncommon, but not unheard of, for notable QBs to change teams -- via trade, free agency, or waiver claim -- at the 11th hour or during a season. Here are the top instances of QBs relocating late and making an impact that season.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / August 31

What Dan Morgan said about the Carolina Panthers' remodeled safety room

They had plenty of competition, but you could make a strong case that the safety room was the weakest group for the Carolina Panthers' league-worst defense last season.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / August 29

Panthers GM Dan Morgan on what comes next for rising young WR Jalen Coker

All eyes are on young Carolina Panthers wide receiver Jalen Coker. After Adam Thielen got hurt last year, Coker's snaps in the slot role, which was mainly Thielen's, skyrocketed.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / August 28

Panthers DB expected to see field 'often' after standout preseason, PFF claims

Dalton Wasserman of Pro Football Focus did a little “stock up, stock down” when it came to some rookie performances during the preseason. He has obviously been impressed with one of general manager Dan Morgan’s four defensive selections in April’s NFL draft.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / August 21

Panthers rookie Princely Umanmielen gets harsh grade for challenging outing vs. Texans

Back in April, Carolina Panthers’ general manager Dan Morgan selected a total of eight players in the draft. His picks were equally divided between offense and defense.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / August 4

Insider sees two second-year contributors 'surging' for Carolina Panthers

The Carolina Panthers added eight players in April’s draft. General manager Dan Morgan selected four players on each side of the ball. Hopes are high for first-round wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan, as well as rookie pass-rushers Nic Scourton and Princely Umanmielen.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / July 29

Carolina Panthers make roster move at wide receiver as training camp rolls on

As training camp continues to roll along, Carolina Panthers GM Dan Morgan proceeds to make roster moves at the bottom of the roster. On Tuesday, the team signed free agent wide receiver Ja'seem Reed and released fellow receiver Dan Chisena as the corresponding move.

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

Arch Manning salvages season with Red River Rivalry win

Manning taunted Oklahoma fans

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Ty Simpson has Heisman moment in road win at No. 14 Missouri

Penn State QB Drew Allar's season comes to an end after injury

Prairie View Panthers News / Pro Football Rumors / July 25

DL Derrick Brown receives full clearance

In May, Derrick Brown expressed a desire to be back at full strength by the start of the regular season. The Panthers Pro Bowler has indeed been cleared well before that point.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / July 13

Analyst misses mark identifying Carolina Panthers' bigger remaining roster need

The Carolina Panthers open their 2025 training camp in roughly a week. Rookies report on July 19 and veterans four days later. This is a team with a lot of new faces on the roster.

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Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / July 10

Sack artist linked to Carolina Panthers deemed legitimate trade candidate

This offseason, Carolina Panthers’ general manager Dan Morgan added some young oomph to a pass rush that has produced only 59 sacks in the team’s last 34 games.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / May 11

Panthers GM Dan Morgan truly gave birth to a masterpiece with this draft pick

The Carolina Panthers knew they had to hit a home run in the NFL draft, especially after the team showed significant signs of life during the second half of last season.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / May 4

Dan Morgan sends strong message that Panthers aren’t done building defense

The Carolina Panthers may be through with the NFL Draft, but don’t assume Dan Morgan is closing the book on the team’s defensive rebuild just yet. In a candid appearance on The Drive with Tim Donnelly this week, the Panthers’ GM made it clear that he’s still exploring options to strengthen the secondary—especially at free safety.

Carolina Panthers News / Pro Football Rumors / April 26

Panthers to exercise LT Ikem Ekwonu’s fifth-year option

Ikem Ekwonu has served as the Panthers’ starting left tackle throughout his time in the NFL so far. That will continue for at least the next two years.

Carolina Panthers News / Pro Football Rumors / April 26

Panthers discussing trading former No. 1 overall draft pick

At the very least, it’s hard to envision him as a member of next year’s Panthers.

Panthers draft Tetairoa McMillan at No. 8

Bryce Young pushed for Panthers’ Tetairoa McMillan selection

Bears' second-round pick completes return on trade for Bryce Young

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Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / April 18

Panthers GM Dan Morgan named to Miami's Ring of Honor

Dan Morgan received a prestigious honor ahead of the 2025 NFL Draft. On Friday, the current Panthers GM was announced as one of the four new inductees into the University of Miami's Ring of Honor.

Colorado Buffaloes News / Yardbarker / April 15

Could Panthers make NFL Draft move to spoil Saints' QB plans?

Panthers general manager Dan Morgan clarified that he's open for business.

Report expands on controversial Jaxson Dart, Shedeur Sanders NFL Draft take

Former NFL QB addresses if Jaxson Dart, Shedeur Sanders could be NFL busts

Insiders address NFL Draft rumors regarding Shedeur Sanders, Saints, Steelers

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The 'Player these iconic quarterbacks replaced' quiz

Carolina Panthers News / Field Level Media / April 15

Panthers GM to peers: Call me about No. 8 pick

Repeating his earlier stance on moving down, Panthers general manager Dan Morgan again invited any general manager shopping for a top-10 pick to call Carolina about the No.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / April 14

Panthers 'open to the idea' of trading back from No. 8

According to Joseph Person of The Athletic, the Panthers “are open to the idea” of moving back from No. 8 “depending on what happens in front of them.”

It appears Shedeur Sanders, Travis Hunter won't be together during NFL Draft

Report expands on controversial Jaxson Dart, Shedeur Sanders NFL Draft take

Analyst names 'most talented thrower' in 2025 NFL Draft class other than Cam Ward

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Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / March 4

Carolina’s Dan Morgan Must Work Wonders with Limited Cap Space

As the Carolina Panthers head into the 2025 NFL free agency period, the team faces a critical balancing act—how to make the most of their $28 million in cap space to build a competitive roster.

Carolina Panthers News / Yardbarker / December 7