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Panthers at 19: Sadiq or Freeling Lead 2026 Mock Draft Buzz
sports1 day ago

Panthers at 19: Sadiq or Freeling Lead 2026 Mock Draft Buzz

At pick 19 in the 2026 NFL Draft, multiple mock drafts trend toward Carolina taking TE Kenyon Sadiq (per NFL Network, CBS, Yahoo) with Sadiq serving as a receiving threat, while ESPN also nods to OT Monroe Freeling as another option. The Panthers, who have seven total selections, have spent heavily on defense in recent offseasons and are weighing how a playmaking tight end or long-term tackle could complement Bryce Young and the rest of the roster.

Brady: DJ Moore Is Still the Player I Coached in Carolina, Bills Expect a Bigger Offensive Leap
sports13 days ago

Brady: DJ Moore Is Still the Player I Coached in Carolina, Bills Expect a Bigger Offensive Leap

Buffalo Bills coach Joe Brady says DJ Moore remains the same player he coached with the Panthers, and Moore should help Josh Allen and a revamped offense after Allen’s foot surgery. Moore, acquired from Chicago, is expected to be a true WR1 to complement Khalil Shakir and Dalton Kincaid, with Brady noting a clear plan for utilizing him. Brady’s positive assessment comes as Buffalo eyes an improved scoring offense after changing coaches and adding Moore.

Panthers tackle Rasheed Walker expects gun charges to be dismissed
sports15 days ago

Panthers tackle Rasheed Walker expects gun charges to be dismissed

Panthers left tackle Rasheed Walker says charges from a January LaGuardia Airport incident—where he allegedly carried a firearm in a locked box—will be dismissed. The weapon was licensed in Wisconsin and Walker says he didn’t know he couldn’t travel with it; he previously started 48 games for the Packers before signing a one-year deal with Carolina worth up to $10 million.

Raiders, Panthers emerge as frontrunners in 2026 NFL offseason
sports18 days ago

Raiders, Panthers emerge as frontrunners in 2026 NFL offseason

Analysts rate the Las Vegas Raiders and Carolina Panthers as the 2026 offseason frontrunners, citing major upgrades (Raiders: Tyler Linderbaum, Kwity Paye, Nakobe Dean, Quay Walker plus Crosby retention; Panthers: Jaelan Phillips, Devin Lloyd, Luke Fortner, Rasheed Walker, John Metchie III) and notable Titans additions as part of a broader reshaping of rosters. Across NFL.com analysts, Raiders and Panthers are the most frequently cited leaders as draft season approaches.

Kenny Pickett aims to be Bryce Young’s ideal backup for the Panthers
sports24 days ago

Kenny Pickett aims to be Bryce Young’s ideal backup for the Panthers

The Panthers signed Kenny Pickett to back up Bryce Young, and Pickett says they’re similar in playing style—both pocket passers who can make plays on the move—so they should complement the offense; he and Young have known each other since the Heisman race and are excited to learn in the Panthers' quarterback room under coach Dave Canales on a championship chase.

Panthers add Rasheed Walker to shore up the O-line during Ekwonu’s recovery
sports28 days ago

Panthers add Rasheed Walker to shore up the O-line during Ekwonu’s recovery

The Carolina Panthers agreed to a one-year deal with Rasheed Walker, a reliable tackle and 48-game starter for the Packers over the past three seasons, to bolster the offensive line while Ikem Ekwonu recovers from a torn patellar tendon suffered in the wild-card game against the Rams; Walker, a 2022 seventh-round pick from Penn State, stands 6-6 and 324 pounds as immediate depth.

Crosby trade collapses, Murray joins Vikings to spark a busy Week 1 in 2026 NFL free agency
sports28 days ago

Crosby trade collapses, Murray joins Vikings to spark a busy Week 1 in 2026 NFL free agency

NFL free agency’s opening week delivered shocks and shifts: Baltimore backed out of a blockbuster Maxx Crosby trade, keeping its draft assets; Kyler Murray signed a one-year deal to join the Minnesota Vikings; the Carolina Panthers landed two impact defenders (Jaelan Phillips and Devin Lloyd); Odafe Oweh received a $100 million contract from the Washington Commanders; and Seattle re-signed Rashid Shaheed while Kenneth Walker III left for Kansas City, signaling a dynamic start to the 2026 league year.

Panthers and Raiders Lead Free-Agent Winners as Others Lag
sports29 days ago

Panthers and Raiders Lead Free-Agent Winners as Others Lag

The piece assesses NFL free-agent moves, naming the Panthers, Raiders, Dolphins, Patriots, and Steelers as the biggest improvers through smart, targeted signings that address key holes while preserving draft flexibility, and criticizing the Bengals, Buccaneers, Titans, and Saints for overpaying or failing to shore up critical gaps. It frames free agency as a balance between spending and ongoing roster-building, with the best teams using signings to stem talent loss while maintaining draft momentum.

Eight Ideal NFL Free-Agent Pairings Define the 2026 Start
sports-nfl1 month ago

Eight Ideal NFL Free-Agent Pairings Define the 2026 Start

After the first wave of 2026 NFL free agency period, Next Gen Stats highlights eight signings that fit well schematically and address pressing needs: Kenneth Walker III to Kansas City Chiefs (RB), Jaelan Phillips to Carolina Panthers (OLB), Tyler Linderbaum to Las Vegas Raiders (C), Mike Evans to San Francisco 49ers (WR), Bryan Cook to Cincinnati Bengals (S), Devin Bush to Chicago Bears (LB), Tariq Woolen to Philadelphia Eagles (CB), and Alex Anzalone to Tampa Bay Buccaneers (LB). These moves bolster each team's offense, pass rush, interior line, receiving corps, and defensive depth, reflecting strong fits and strategic upgrades.

Panthers add resilient edge rusher Jaelan Phillips to their rotation
sports1 month ago

Panthers add resilient edge rusher Jaelan Phillips to their rotation

Carolina Panthers reportedly agreed to terms with Jaelan Phillips, a former Dolphins first‑round pick who spent 2025 with the Eagles. Despite an injury‑hit career, Phillips posted strong pass‑rush numbers (5.0 career sacks) and 61 QB pressures in 2025, giving the Panthers a veteran edge presence after a standout college career and a resilient comeback.

Panthers land Jaelan Phillips on four-year, $120M contract
sports1 month ago

Panthers land Jaelan Phillips on four-year, $120M contract

The Carolina Panthers have agreed to a four-year, $120 million deal with Jaelan Phillips to become their edge rusher, after Philadelphia landed him with a third-round pick at the trade deadline. Phillips, a 2021 first-round pick, has an injury-filled career (torn Achilles in 2023, ACL in 2024) but showed disruptive pass-rush ability under Vic Fangio, including a notable eight-game stretch in 2023. The $30 million-per-year contract emphasizes his upside, leaves a hole for Philly, and could yield a compensatory third-round pick for Carolina under the league’s rules.

Phillips Exits Eagles for Panthers on $120M Deal
sports1 month ago

Phillips Exits Eagles for Panthers on $120M Deal

Jaelan Phillips is headed to the Carolina Panthers on a four-year, $120 million contract with $80 million guaranteed, ending his impactful eight-game stint with the Eagles that produced 28 tackles, seven QB hits, four passes defended and two sacks. Philadelphia reportedly couldn’t match the deal, triggering a regroup at edge rusher and sparking talk of potential targets such as Jonathan Greenard or Bradley Chubb, along with possible 2027 third-round compensatory picks depending on external signings.

Five Teams Eye Kenneth Walker III in 2026 Free Agency
sports2 months ago

Five Teams Eye Kenneth Walker III in 2026 Free Agency

Super Bowl LX MVP Kenneth Walker III enters the 2026 NFL free-agent market as one of the top backs after a 1,309-yard from-scrimmage season and pivotal playoff performances. Bleacher Report identifies five frontrunners—Carolina Panthers, Denver Broncos, Kansas City Chiefs, Seattle Seahawks, and Washington Commanders—while Seattle is expected to pursue a re-signing. With Spotrac estimating Walker’s value near $8.4 million per year, his decision will hinge on price, cap space, and each team’s backfield plans, though Walker has expressed a preference to stay in Seattle if the deal makes sense.