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Chau Smith-Wade Emerging as Key Defensive Asset for Carolina Panthers

The Carolina Panthers took a less aggressive approach to upgrading their cornerback unit this offseason, a strategy that initially puzzled fans. However, second-year CB Chau Smith-Wade is quickly proving why that move may have been justified.

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Panthers insider reveals stunning WR prediction that will turn your head

The Carolina Panthers suddenly have a rather crowded receiving corps after selecting both Tetairoa McMillan and Jimmy Horn Jr. in the NFL draft, but could an absolutely shocking move be coming at the position?

Carolina Panthers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 16

2 Panthers in danger of getting cut after 2025 minicamp

The Carolina Panthers have a few sleepers in their camp. They also have some veterans feeling uncomfortable because of rookies pushing them. But every team has to make cuts, and the Panthers have two players who are in danger of getting let go after the 2025 minicamp.

Bryce Young News / Carolina Panthers on SI / June 16

Panthers QB Bryce Young guaranteed for growth in 2025

Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young is entering his third season in the NFL, and confidence is growing for him with continuity around the offense.

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Carolina Panthers News / Pro Football Rumors / June 16

Panthers Injury Updates: Brown, Tremble, Barno, Wallace

After missing virtually all of the 2024 season, Panthers defensive tackle Derrick Brown is aiming for a full return to the field during training camp later this summer, per Joseph Person of The Athletic.

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The greatest all-time wide receiver for every NFL franchise

To go with our running back and tight end entries, Yardbarker's wide receiver offering rounds out a skill-position collection. Here is each of the 32 NFL franchises' greatest wideout.

Adam Thielen News / Carolina Panthers on SI / June 16

Adam Thielen calls added intensity, trash-talking at practice 'progress' for Panthers

Carolina Panthers wide receiver Adam Thielen is entering his third season with the franchise after joining the team in 2023. Thielen was expected to help bring Bryce Young into the fold as the team's starting quarterback, and he has been part of the culture change for the franchise.

Carolina Panthers News / A to Z Sports / June 16

Panthers WR battle in training camp will be the ultimate litmus test for who this team wants to be with some tough decisions ahead

The Carolina Panthers wrapped up the latest phase of the offseason program last week with mandatory minicamp and will have a break before returning in late July / early August for the start of training camp.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / June 16

NFL insider lays out floor and ceiling for interesting Carolina Panthers offense

The Carolina Panthers' offense was excellent down the stretch last season. Despite trying to bring QB Bryce Young back up to speed slowly and losing key weapons like Chuba Hubbard and Xavier Legette for a couple of games at various points, the offense arguably thrived to close out the year.

Carolina Panthers News / Cat Scratch Reader / June 16

Reacts Results: Fans want upgrades in the secondary

Free agency help is available and Panthers fans want their team to take advantage Last week we asked Panthers fans what, if anything, they’d like to see the Carolina Panthers do to upgrade their shallow secondary.

Chuba Hubbard News / Pro Football Talk / June 16

Chuba Hubbard: Panthers' goal this year is winning the Super Bowl

Panthers running back Chuba Hubbard has played his entire four-year career in Carolina, and he has yet to play on a winning team. As he heads into Year Five, he's eager to change that.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / June 16

NFL.com analyst names 2 conditions for Panthers to contend for NFC South

It's now been 10 years since the Carolina Panthers last won the NFC South. In the interim the division has motly been dominated one team - first by the New Orleans Saints, who won four straight division titles from 2017-2020 - and now by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, who have won the last four.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / June 16

NFL free agency: ESPN indicates Panthers have added another name to safety list

In years past the Carolina Panthers seemed to be clueless as to how they had to improve their roster in order to contend again. The results are still yet to be determined, but if nothing else this offseason the Panthers have demonstrated that they at least know where they need help.

Nic Scourton News / Carolina Panthers on SI / June 16

Panthers rookie under intense pressure to succeed, NFL insider claims

The Carolina Panthers are mortgaging a lot on their 2025 rookie class. They selected at least two day-one starters, and at least three others who will be second-string and play a lot of snaps.

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Dave Canales News / Carolina Panthers on SI / June 16

Carolina Panthers coach Dave Canales comments on suddenly-crowded WR corps

The Carolina Panthers have a pretty full wide receiver room. It's not the best in the NFL, but it has suddenly become very deep. Tetairoa McMillan, Adam Thielen, Xavier Legette, Jalen Coker, Hunter Renfrow, Dan Chisena, Jimmy Horn Jr., and David Moore are all competing for the five or six spots on the roster.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / June 16

Dave Canales says Bryce Young showing 'great mastery' of Panthers offense

The Carolina Panthers don't necessarily run the most difficult offense in the NFL, but it is one that took time for Bryce Young to fully understand. Dave Canales' scheme and playcalling were new to him in 2024, and he visibly struggled before getting benched.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / June 16

Panthers urged to go after Cowboys star to fix glaring hole on offense

The Carolina Panthers have spent two draft picks on tight ends in the last two drafts. That gives them three players at the position: a former fourth-round pick who had an underwhelming rookie season, a fifth-round prospect who's totally unproven, and a four-year veteran with less than 800 career yards.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / June 15

Panthers Eye Veteran Safety Amid Ongoing Roster Upgrades

The Carolina Panthers are reportedly still exploring options to add talent to their safety unit, with free agent Justin Simmons emerging as a potential target.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / June 15

Panthers' unheralded weapon earns comparison to Raiders' 1,000-yard WR

The Carolina Panthers were hoping to get a big season from first-round wide receiver Xavier Legette in 2024, but instead, it was their undrafted rookie who posted better results.

Dave Canales News / Carolina Panthers on SI / June 15

Dave Canales gushes over the Carolina Panthers' 2025 NFL draft class

You never really want to rely too much on your rookie class for a successful season, but the Carolina Panthers don't have that luxury - or many others to speak of as they try to extricate themselves from a seven-year drought of losing seasons.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / June 15

Panthers minicamp: Jaycee Horn loves this big change from Bryce Young

At the beginning of the Carolina Panthers' 2024 season, Bryce Young looked like whatever confidence he'd stored up from his rookie year was shattered. Facing the Saints and the Chargers, Young was seeing both ghosts and goblins, bailing on clean pockets and running himself into sacks.