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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- With the Jacksonville Jaguars set to kick off the 2026 season in just two days, it is time to take a look at who we think starts the game -- and the season -- off.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / September 9

Panthers’ Smartest Offseason Move, and Its Riskiest Bet

The Carolina Panthers entered the offseason with some positive momentum for once. The team won the NFC South in 2025 and had a good showing in the playoffs.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / September 9

Panthers’ new Pro Bowl addition will have his hands full in his debut taking on one of the Bears’ most dangerous weapons

The Carolina Panthers are excited to unleash new linebacker Devin Lloyd against the Chicago Bears in Week 1, and Ben Johnson already has #55 on his radar and the perfect weapon to attack him.

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Jacksonville Jaguars News / Athlon Sports / September 6

Two Positions Jaguars Still Need to Address in 2026

The Jacksonville Jaguars are in good shape heading into this season, coming off a 13-win season in 2025. Even though they lost some key names like second-team All-Pro Devin Lloyd and running back Travis Etienne Jr., the Jaguars have done a solid job replacing them with players like Chris Rodriguez Jr.

NFL News / Yardbarker

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.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / August 28

Breaking Down the Panthers' Uninspiring Low-Ranked Roster

16 days remain till the Carolina Panthers return to action for the 2026 season. Carolina is entering the season with what looks to be an improved roster overall.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / August 26

3 Remaining Free Agent LBs the Panthers Have to Consider Signing

The Carolina Panthers badly need another linebacker. We've suspected for a while that LB2 was an issue, and that has manifested tenfold during the preseason.

NFL News / Carolina Panthers on SI / August 26

Chicago Bears May Hold the Answer to Biggest Carolina Panthers' Question

The Carolina Panthers have worked hard this offseason to set themselves up for sucess in the coming regular season. That includes using the preseason to assess where the roster's greatest strengths and weaknesses lie.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / August 25

Panthers Urged to Fix Massive Hole With Trade Before Week 1

The Carolina Panthers have more talent on the roster than they did a year ago. The team kept its core intact and then added some key defenders in free agency like Devin Lloyd and Jaelan Phillips.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 24

NFC Notes: Devin Lloyd, Za’Darius Smith, Buccaneers, Falcons, Panthers

Buccaneers QB Jake Browning was asked about fending off the backup spot in a competition with Connor Bazelak and rookie Jalon Daniels. “I think any time you’re in the NFL and you think you’re above any kind of competition, you’re in the wrong business,” Browning said, via the team website.

Jacksonville Jaguars News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 24

Jaguars’ Josh Hines-Allen drops massive prediction for Devin Lloyd replacement

With the Jacksonville Jaguars preparing for the 2026 season, the team is looking to adapt to its changes, such as the loss of linebacker Devin Lloyd, who signed with the Carolina Panthers in the offseason.

NFL News / Yardbarker

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 / August 21

Devin Lloyd's Return to Jacksonville Reveals How Far He's Come with Carolina Already

The Carolina Panthers knew they needed to get better in the middle of their defense this offseason. As a result, the team went out and signed the best linebacker available in free agency in Devin Lloyd.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / August 20

Predicting Which Panthers LB Will Start Opposite Superstar Devin Lloyd

One common theme of every NFL training camp is position battles. Players fight for a notable number of snaps and an important role on teams looking to contend or that are still on the come-up.

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Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / August 15

Panthers' Premier Free Agent Additions Shine in Preseason Loss

The Carolina Panthers took the field on Saturday for the second time this preseason. The Panthers had a nice showing in the Hall of Fame Game, taking down the Arizona Cardinals.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / August 11

Devin Lloyd Earns Major Recognition After Career-Best 2025 Season

The Carolina Panthers had a couple of players they felt compelled to add in free agency this offseason. One of those players was edge rusher Jaelan Phillips, and the other was linebacker Devin Lloyd.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / August 2

Grading the Biggest Roster Moves the Panthers Made This Offseason

The Carolina Panthers won the NFC South in 2026. Not only did the team win the division, but they also gave the Los Angeles Rams a tough battle in the playoffs.

NFL News / The Lead / July 27

Who Replaces Devin Lloyd for the Jaguars?

In an otherwise quiet offseason so far for the Jacksonville Jaguars, one major departure from the team stands out: Devin Lloyd. The fifth-year middle linebacker had a breakout season for the Jags in 2025.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / March 19

Jaguars Made Offer To LB Devin Lloyd

The Jaguars declined linebacker Devin Lloyd‘s fifth-year option last spring, setting him up for a trip to the open market this offseason. While Lloyd entered the process hoping to re-sign with the Jaguars, the former first-round pick left Duval County for the Panthers’ three-year, $42MM proposal.

NFL News / Inside The Star / March 3

Cowboys Can Make a Statement Signing All-Pro Linebacker Devin Lloyd

The Dallas Cowboys have an opportunity this offseason to more than add depth. They can add All-Pro linebacker Devin Lloyd to make a statement. According to projections from ESPN, Dallas is viewed as a potential landing spot for Jacksonville Jaguars All-Pro linebacker Devin Lloyd.

Jacksonville Jaguars News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 5

Devin Lloyd Has Not Had Contract Talks With Jaguars Yet

Jaguars LB Devin Lloyd is set to be a free agent this offseason after the team declined his fifth-year option for 2026 last offseason. Lloyd had his best

Jacksonville Jaguars News / Pro Football Rumors / February 3

Pending Free Agent LB Devin Lloyd Prefers To Re-Sign With Jaguars

The NFL’s fifth-year option formula continues to do interior offensive linemen and off-ball linebackers a disservice by grouping them with their higher-paid depth chart neighbors — offensive tackles and outside linebackers.

Jacksonville Jaguars News / Pro Football Rumors / January 31

Jaguars Unlikely To Re-Sign Devin Lloyd?

Last spring, the Jaguars declined Devin Lloyd‘s fifth-year option. As a result, the productive linebacker is currently on track for free agency in March.

Jacksonville Jaguars News / Jacksonville Jaguars on SI / January 30

Why Keeping Devin Lloyd Might Not Be An Option for Jaguars

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- It is clear when judging the early makings of this year's free agency market which players could strike the biggest. Among them is Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker Devin Lloyd , who could nab one of the most lucrative deals in the entire 2026 free agency class in March.

Jacksonville Jaguars News / Jacksonville Jaguars on SI / January 17

What Jaguars' Devin Lloyd Has to Face Before Free Agency Decisions

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker Devin Lloyd has a lot of big decisions to make this offseason. But before Lloyd makes any of them, he made it clear this week that there is one thing taking precedent and occupying his thoughts instead.

Jacksonville Jaguars News / Yardbarker / October 6

Jaguars LB Devin Lloyd makes history with 'MNF' pick-six

There's no better time to make franchise history than on a national stage, and Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker Devin Lloyd did just that on "Monday Night Football."

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