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It sure can be difficult for NFL players to shed the initial reputations they have coming into the league and the first impressions they make. There are probably still some analysts out there who believe Josh Allen is still one of the league's worst starters, even after winning MVP.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / December 5

Carolina Panthers bye week awards: 4 individual standouts in 2025

Week 14 is a bit late in the game for a bye. In fact, it's literally as late as it comes for any NFL team, including the Carolina Panthers - who are getting a well-deserved rest after upsetting the juggernaut Los Angeles Rams on Sunday.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / December 4

Panthers RB Rico Dowdle should be hot commodity in free agency

The Carolina Panthers will have to make a decision soon regarding running back Rico Dowdle's future with the team. Dowdle signed a one-year contract with the team in the spring in hopes of being Chuba Hubbard's backup.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / December 2

NFL Week 13 fantasy football takeaways: Buy Bears backfield

After a busy Week 13 in the NFL, it's time for fantasy football owners to finalize their rosters before the playoffs start. Here are the four biggest fantasy takeaways from Week 13.

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The biggest disappointments from the 2025 NFL season

All NFL players enter the season with high hopes, but sometimes seasons don't go as hoped. These 20 players have been some of the biggest disappointments early in the 2025 season.

Carolina Panthers News / A to Z Sports / December 1

Rico Dowdle is well on his way to a massive pay day in more ways than one if he can continue his high level of play down the final stretch

Running back Rico Dowdle has been one of the top surprises in the entire NFL this season after signing a one-year deal with the Carolina Panthers. Dowdle went overlooked in free agency after posting a 1,000-yard season with the Dallas Cowboys and intended to make the most of his opportunities after the Panthers took a chance on him.

Carolina Panthers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 1

Panthers’ Rico Dowdle Fantasy managers won’t love Dane Canales’ Chuba Hubbard review

It turned out to be quite a day for the Carolina Panthers and Bryce Young, who led his team to a stunning upset. And it changed the running back room, as Rico Dowdle fantasy managers won’t love Dave Canales’ review of Chuba Hubbard.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / November 30

Analyst states the obvious about the Carolina Panthers and Rico Dowdle

The Carolina Panthers hit on most of their 2025 draft picks, and added at least one quality free agent with the Tre'Von Moehrig signing. NFL teams need more than just top picks and free agents to work out, though.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / November 30

It's Rico Dowdle time, 4 other things to know about Panthers vs. Rams

They are the hottest team in the NFC with the conference’s best record. A year ago, the Los Angeles Rams won the NFC West with a 10-7 record, but gave up more points (386) than they scored (367).

NFL News / Carolina Panthers on SI / November 29

Why one NFL writer recommends sitting Rico Dowdle vs. Rams this week

The last time that the Carolina Panthers faced the team with the best record in the NFC, they pulled off a stunning upset at Lambeau Field against the Green Bay Packers.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / November 27

Bryce Young speaks up about the emoji Rico Dowdle posted on X

Following the Monday Night Football (MNF) game, Rico Dowdle was upset and frustrated with both the play calling and the loss. The running backs were performing well but were inexplicably given only nine combined carries.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / November 26

Carolina Panthers' ground attack picked an odd time to go AWOL

Nine games into 2025, the Carolina Panthers owned a 5-4 record. Their ground attack had emerged after a slow start and thanks to a sudden sure from offseason free-agent pickup Rico Dowdle, only four teams in the league were averaging more rushing yards per game (139.8) than Dave Canales’s club.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / November 26

Rico Dowdle appears to share justified frustration after ridiculous MNF loss

Much like fans watching, Rico Dowdle was a little befuddled by the Carolina Panthers' game plan on Monday night. With the San Francisco 49ers coughing the ball up three times, this was a game ripe for the taking, but a poor offensive plan and perhaps even worse execution turned the game into an embarrassment.

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NFL News / Carolina Panthers on SI / November 23

4 bold predictions for Panthers-49ers Monday Night Football matchup

The Carolina Panthers and San Francisco 49ers get to cap off the Week 12 slate with what is, surprisingly, a crucial game for each team. They're both in the thick of the wild card race and their own division, so they each need a win.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / November 22

Rico Dowdle responds to question about contract talks with Carolina Panthers

The Carolina Panthers lucked into a surprise superstar on their roster this year. Naturally, they didn't know what they had but Rico Dowdle's star shined so bright that even this organization had no choice but to give him his proper role.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / November 22

Carolina Panthers Running Back Rico Dowdle Speaks Candidly Before Free Agency

Former Dallas Cowboys running back Rico Dowdle, who signed a one-year contract with the Carolina Panthers last offseason, didn’t hold back when discussing his upcoming free agency.

NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / November 21

Where the 49ers Will Be Challenged the Most Against the Panthers

It wasn't too long ago that the Carolina Panthers were a laughing stock in the NFL. Now, they are a team in playoff contention. The San Francisco 49ers would do well not to overlook them when they face them on Monday night.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / November 20

Why 49ers shouldn't fear one of the leagues hottest running backs

At first glance, the Carolina Panthers' rushing attack should be a problem for the San Francisco 49ers. Rico Dowdle is fourth in the NFL in rushing, and he did not even play with the starters at the beginning of the season.

Carolina Panthers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 13

Panthers RB Rico Dowdle’s GoFundMe a rousing success, but no more pumps coming

The Carolina Panthers continue to lean on their emerging ground attack, and the rise of Rico Dowdle has pushed the Panthers offense into one of its strongest stretches of the season.

Carolina Panthers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 13

Rico Dowdle Week 11 injury update will leave fantasy football managers perked up

Carolina Panthers running back Rico Dowdle initially suffered a quadriceps injury in the week leading to the 17-7 Week 10 loss to the New Orleans Saints.

Carolina Panthers News / A to Z Sports / November 9

Panthers RB Rico Dowdle gets the last laugh against the NFL with the best possible celebration following Week 10 touchdown

Carolina Panthers running back Rico Dowdle was the story of the week in the NFL following his actions, and the actions of the NFL, dating back to last Sunday's win over the Green Bay Packers.

Carolina Panthers News / Last Word On Sports / November 7

Rico Dowdle Injury Update: RB’s Status Revealed Ahead of Panthers-Saints

Carolina Panthers running back Rico Dowdle missed Wednesday’s practice with a quadricep injury and was a limited participant on Thursday. However, it sounds like the Panthers are just being cautious, and he should be good to play on Sunday against the rival New Orleans Saints, as he does not carry an injury designation.

Carolina Panthers News / Larry Brown Sports / November 3

Keegan-Michael Key had the perfect reaction to Rico Dowdle’s TD celebration

Keegan-Michael Key thinks he owes Rico Dowdle an apology. Key reacted after Dowdle was flagged for doing a famous celebration inspired by a “Key & Peele” sketch.

Carolina Panthers News / Yardbarker / November 2

Dave Canales' gamble pays off in Panthers' win over Packers

This was a major decision by the Panthers head coach, and it worked.

Rico Dowdle, opportunistic Panthers upset Packers

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Carolina Panthers News / Larry Brown Sports / November 2

Rico Dowdle got flagged for doing a famous TD celebration

Carolina Panthers running back Rico Dowdle was flagged for breaking out a familiar touchdown celebration during his team’s game against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday.

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The 'Last 1,000-yard rusher by NFL team' quiz

How many of the players to last tally 1,000 or more rushing yards in a season for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

Carolina Panthers News / Yardbarker / October 13

Panthers RB Rico Dowdle roasts Cowboys after backing-up trash talk

Carolina Panthers running back Rico Dowdle warned the Dallas Cowboys, his former club, that they had "got to buckle up" ahead of the Week 6 game involving the teams at Carolina's Bank of America Stadium. Dowdle then torched the Cowboys for 239 scrimmage yards in a 30-27 win.

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