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On YouTubeCarolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / March 13
NFL free agency: Panthers check another box with Shaq Thompson replacement
Heading into the 2025 NFL free agency period, the Carolina Panthers had a bunch of boxes to check on the defensive side of the ball. They needed depth beneath Derrick Brown inside, more firepower on the edge, security at cornerback, two big upgrades at safety and at least one more reliable inside linebacker.
NFL News / Carolina Panthers on SI / March 3
Proposed Panthers signing adds Jets projected $14 million breakout star to defense
It's no secret that the Carolina Panthers had a terrible defense in 2024. The unit finished dead-last in total yards and rushing yards allowed, and 23rd in passing yards given up per game.
Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / February 28
ESPN projects Panthers sign first-time All-Pro defender in free agency
The Carolina Panthers need a linebacker. The middle of their defense was pretty porous last year, and they're letting Shaq Thompson walk. There aren't a ton of high-level interior linebackers in the draft, and the Panthers are likely to target other needs in the draft.
The 'No. 1 overall pick in the NFL Draft' quiz
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Carolina Panthers News / Pro Football Rumors / February 26
Veteran LB Shaq Thompson makes big career decision
Following news that the Panthers wouldn’t be re-signing Shaq Thompson, there was some natural speculation surrounding the veteran’s NFL future.
Post draft, which NFL teams have the best current QB situations?
With an established top tier and some young options revealing themselves last season, here is a look at where clubs' QB depth charts stand. Contracts and long-term outlooks do not factor in here; these rankings apply only to 2025 on-field capabilities.
Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / February 25
Luke Kuechly gives reaction to the Panthers decision to part ways with Shaq Thompson
The Carolina Panthers made the difficult decision to part ways with veteran linebacker Shaq Thompson after a decade together. Thompson suffered back-to-back season-ending injuries, limiting him to just six games over the past two seasons.
Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / February 24
End of an Era as Panthers Part Ways with Shaq Thompson
For the first time in a decade, the Carolina Panthers will enter a season without Shaq Thompson anchoring their defense. The team announced Monday that the veteran linebacker, a cornerstone of the franchise since 2015, will be released and allowed to explore free agency.
NFL News / Tampa Bay Buccaneers on SI / February 24
Should the Buccaneers go after former Panthers veteran linebacker Shaq Thompson in free agency?
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers need to fill some holes across their roster this offseason after reaching the Wild Card round of the playoffs in 2024. While the season was promising from an offensive standpoint, the Bucs' defense wasn't, and hasn't, been what the Krewe has become accustomed to under Todd Bowles' leadership.
Carolina Panthers News / Field Level Media / February 24
Panthers moving on from veteran LB Shaq Thompson
The Carolina Panthers will not re-sign veteran outside linebacker Shaq Thompson, allowing the former first-round draft pick to enter free agency. "We appreciate Shaq's leadership and dedication over the past 10 seasons, general manager Dan Morgan said in a statement Monday.
Carolina Panthers News / Larry Brown Sports / February 24
Panthers to move on from key player
The Carolina Panthers are moving on from one of their longest-tenured players and a leader of their defense. On Monday, the Panthers revealed that they have informed veteran linebacker Shaq Thompson that they do not plan to bring him back in 2025.
Arizona Cardinals News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / February 24
New Free Agent LB Could Make Sense for Cardinals
The Arizona Cardinals might just be in the market for a new inside linebacker this offseason, and a fresh face is set to hit free agency. With Kyzir White's contract expiring and Arizona opting not to extend him, the Cardinals are losing one of their two starting linebackers.
Carolina Panthers News / Last Word On Sports / February 24
Panthers Legend Will Not Return to Club, Likely to Sign With These 5 Teams
Shaq Thompson is one of the best linebackers in the history of the Carolina Panthers, but the former first-round pick will not return to the team in 2025.
Carolina Panthers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 24
Panthers tell 10-year veteran they’re parting ways
The Carolina Panthers are beginning to take shape under head coach Dave Canales. Carolina finished the 2024 season with a 5-12 record, three games better than the 2023 season.
Carolina Panthers News / Pro Football Rumors / February 24
Panthers will not re-sign Shaq Thompson
Clarity has emerged regarding Shaq Thompson‘s immediate future. The veteran linebacker will not be back with the Panthers, the team announced on Monday.
Carolina Panthers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 24
Panthers Moving On From LB Shaq Thompson
The Carolina Panthers announced they have informed LB Shaq Thompson he can enter free agency as they are moving in a different direction. Thompson has played just six games over the last two years due to injuries but he expressed his desire to retire in Carolina earlier this offseason.
Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / January 15
Two AFC powerhouses predicted to lure Shaq Thompson away from the Panthers
Once the league year ends in March, Carolina Panthers linebacker Shaq Thompson will be a free agent. He's expressed a desire to stay with the team that selected him in the first round in 2015, but they may have other paths they'd like to go down, especially after drafting linebacker Tevin Wallace in 2024.
Carolina Panthers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 13
Shaq Thompson Wants To End Career With Panthers
Panthers LB Shaq Thompson has spent 10 seasons with the team after being selected 25th overall out of Washington in the 2015 draft. Due to injuries, Thompson has played just six games over the last two seasons including four in 2024.
Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / January 6
Shaq Thompson discusses future with the Panthers & how many years he has left in him
Veteran Carolina Panthers linebacker Shaq Thompson will become an unrestricted free agent this offseason and after two consecutive years of suffering season-ending injuries, there's no guarantee the organization will bring him back.
Carolina Panthers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 5
Panthers Place LB Shaq Thompson On IR
The Carolina Panthers announced they have placed LB Shaq Thompson on injured reserve. Thompson suffered a torn Achilles and will miss the rest of the season.
Carolina Panthers News / Field Level Media / September 30
Report: Panthers LB Shaq Thompson dealing with Achilles injury
Carolina Panthers star linebacker Shaq Thompson sustained what is believed to be a torn Achilles and will miss the remainder of the season, NFL Network reported Monday.
Carolina Panthers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 30
Panthers LB Shaq Thompson Suffered Torn Achilles
Tom Pelissero reports that Panthers LB Shaq Thompson suffered a torn Achilles on Sunday and will likely miss the rest of the season. You can expect the Panthers will place him on injured reserve but in the meantime, they have signed TE Stephen Sullivan and WR Deven Thompkins to their practice squad and released WR Sam Pinckney.
Carolina Panthers News / Yardbarker / September 26, 2023
Panthers season could go from bad to worse with latest injury report
The Bryce Young era is off to a rough start; chances are it won’t get smoother in Week 4.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 21, 2023
NFL Week 3: Carolina Panthers vs. Seattle Seahawks betting picks, preview
Bryce Young is out of this Week 3 matchup, making a rough start even rougher for the Panthers. Seattle is likely playing with a bit more confidence after its big win in Detroit. YB's Griffin Carroll asks: Is it best we just follow momentum?
Carolina Panthers News / Yardbarker / October 20, 2022
Report: Panthers 'would listen' to trade offers for former first-rounder Shaq Thompson
At 1-5 with an interim head coach in charge, many expect the Panthers to sell off some of their more valuable assets ahead of the November 1 NFL trade deadline.
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