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PJ Walker's TD to DJ Moore had 62 air yards. That's the most air yards on a touchdown since ESPN began tracking in 2006.
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Baker Mayfield and Sam Darnold arrive for Panthers first practice of camp together. Chants seem one sided.
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The Miles Sanders deal with the
#Panthers
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And the number of new Panthers’ wide receiver Xavier Legette.
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Cam Newton made it clear on Twitter he didn't ask to be traded or want to move on, saying to the team's initial tweet, "You forced me into this.''
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Baker Mayfleld throws the first pick in competition against Sam Darnold.
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Ben McAdoo asked if he looks at Sam Darnold as his starting quarterback didn't hesitate: "Yes.'' He later said he put his foot in his mouth naming a starter, saying, "That is something I shouldn't have said.''
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Panthers WR Robby Anderson says Cam Newton deserves a chance to play QB for Carolina next season, saying few put in his position could have succeeded. Even the Tom Bradys and Aaron Rodgers of the world.
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The Panthers will bring in cornerback Josh Norman, who played under Steve Wilks in 215 during Carolina's Super Bowl run, to see if he can contribute.
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Multiple league sources tell me Baker Mayfield asked for his release. Makes sense with teams like the 49ers possibly looking for a veteran quarterback. Had he not asked he may have been released anyway with the Panthers going with Sam Darnold and P.J. Walker the rest of the way.
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Matt Rhule does not expect running back Christian McCaffrey to play Saturday at Green Bay.
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Panthers QB Bryce Young arrives at camp with his girlfriend.
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Longtime Browns and Baker Mayfield fan at Panthers camp. She’s so happy Mayfleld didn’t go to the Steelers.
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The Panthers are re-signing center Bradley Bozeman. A key piece returns. Now the entire starting OL is locked up.
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Baker Mayfield definitely pushes the ball downfield more than Sam Darnold.
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According to the manager at Dilworth Neighborhood Bar and Grill Panthers owner David Tepper did stop by and asked the manager who he thought should make the pick. The manager said Tepper wasn't visibly upset. It happened about an hour and 45 minutes before the draft.
Panthers Owner David Tepper just stopped inside to have a word with the owners about the sign out front. This is not a joke
#Panthers
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On being sacked 44 times and not broken, Panthers quarterback Bryce Young says ‘’that’s God protecting me.’’
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Cam Newton and Josh Norman get into scuffle after Norman makes pick.
#Panthers
http://t.co/MMPARTxMab
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No Christian McCaffrey (quad, shoulder) at Panthers practice.
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Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin up early for weight lifting at Liberty Pro Day.
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Cam Newton said during Super Bowl week he absolutely would be back with the Panthers. Owner David Tepper's response: ‘'Is he healthy? Tell me that and then we can talk.''
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Panthers quarterback Sam Darnold says he hasn't gotten the vaccine for Covid-19 yet. He's still evaluating the situation. Coach Matt Rhule said he isn't telling any players they have to get the shot, allowing them to make their...
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If Mario Addison gets a sack today, keep an eye on the celebration. He plans to pay tribute to his brother, shot and killed two weeks ago.
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Jaycee Horn says it would benefit him if the Panthers re-signed veteran CB Stephon Gilmore. He's already learned a lot from him.
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Ron Rivera says the Redskins will bring in QBs Joe Burrow and Tua Tagavailoa. Says all options are on the table.
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Panthers Falcons. First picture two hours ago. Second two minutes ago, 20 minutes before kickoff.
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The Panthers are pursuing free agent left tackle Duane Brown, per league source. He is a five-time Pro Bowl selection. He has been with Seattle since 2017.
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Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey (hamstring) is out today, but he made the trip to Dallas. There's a chance he could return next week but maybe more likely in two weeks. He's on the field going through his stretching routine.
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Julius Peppers is the first player drafted by the Panthers selected to the Pro Football HOF. Carolina was criticized by some for taking the DE second overall over QB Joey Harrington in 2002. JH had a 26-50 record in six seasons. Pep’s 159.5 sacks ranks 4th in NFL history.
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Cam Newton officially has passed his physical and signed and meeting with Matt Rhule now, per GM Scott Fitterer.
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A big issue for the Panthers in the Deshaun Watson negotiations was his representatives wanted the team to guarantee the third and fourth years of his contract, which the team wouldn't do, per league source.
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Baker Mayfield has gone deep a few times. Been just off.
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Panthers running back Miles Sanders says ‘’Nick Saban is doing a great job at Alabama’’ from what he has seen working with Jalen Hurts and now Bryce Young.
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What made Mitch Kupchak and the Hornets comfortable with Alabama’s Brandon Miller? Well …
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NFC South Standings
Panthers 3-0
Bucs 2-1
Saints 2-1
Falcons 1-2
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Baker Mayfield three touchdown passes in red zone drills. Perhaps a bit of separation from Sam Darnold, who scrambled for one.
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Pro Bowl corner Stephon Gilmore was NOT activated from PUP and will not make his debut for the Panthers on Sunday against the Giants. He should be ready for next week’s game at Atlanta. He did not travel to New York.
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Details of Teddy Bridgewater's contract with the Panthers via ESPN's Dan Graziano via a league source: 3 years, $63 million, $40 million guaranteed first two years, $15M signing bonus. 2020: $8M salary (full guarantee), $250K workout bonus, up to $750K...
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Former Panthers LB Thomas Davis just said on TNF First Look that thé current Carolina roster is more talented than the one he was on in 2015 that went 15-1 and made the Super Bowl.
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Stephon Gilmore said even if New England had cut him he likely would have signed with the Panthers.
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The one thing that stood out about Panthers third-round pick Matt Corral on the first day of rookie camp was he almost always hit his receivers in stride so they were in position to turn a short or intermediate completion into a big play.
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Panthers QB Baker Mayfield in his first 7-on-7 series with the first team almost was picked by CB Donte Jackson on consecutive passes. Should have been actually.
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Panthers coach Matt Rhule on Baker Mayfield and his storied past: “The stories you hear are not what I see. He’s a true, true professional.’’
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Carolina Panthers RB Christian McCaffrey feels good about possible return Sunday vs. Philadelphia... - via
@ESPN
App
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Panthers owner David Tepper and QB Bryce Young help serve 1300 kids at the Bradley Bozeman Thanksgiving Bash.
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According to Adam Schefter, the Panthers are paying only $4.85 million of Baker Mayfield's 2022 salary of $18.858 million. The Browns pay the rest. Just the kind of deal Carolina wanted during the draft.
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Cam Newton will start Sunday. Have a major role. Sam Darnold will play at some point, per Matt Rhule.
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Running back D’Onta Foreman, one of the Panthers’ biggest names that will become an unrestricted free agent, says his first choice would be to return to Carolina.
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The Panthers plan to interview Baylor coach Matt Rhule, 44, for their head coaching job, per source. Rhule's team is playing Georgia in the Sugar Bowl on New Year's Day. Owner David Tepper said it would be a tough transition for a college coach, but...
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Baker Mayfield was 1-for-4 that series, missing his first three passes.
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Per
@AdamSchefter
it’s still a three-team race for Deshaun Watson between Saints, Falcons and Panthers, and should have a decision today. Browns were told they are out.
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When asked about new Panthers coach Dave Canales being one of a record nine minority HC coaches in the league Seattle QB Geno Smith said: ‘’I don’t find it encouraging at all. It’s 2024. Why are we still talking about minorities?’’
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Panthers GM Scott Fitterer says getting Matt Corral takes him out of the market for a veteran, namely Baker Mayfield.
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Panthers coach Matt Rhule on Christian McCaffrey (thigh): "At this point I don't expect him to play.''
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The Panthers have agreed to terms with Chris Tabor to be their special teams coordinator, per league sources. Tabor was the special teams coordinator for the Bears.
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Jets coach Robert Saleh called Panthers QB Bryce Young ‘’an unbelievable point guard.’’
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Panthers WR DJ Chark says the team isn’t that far off from being able to be a contender in the NFC South next year.
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Panthers OL met in a separate room after the game to talk about how the standards they showed today weren’t what they want. They entered the locker room well after the rest of the team
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His shrinking fan base is saying the same thing.
Leaving the locker room, David Tepper shook his head and yelled, “F—-!”
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In trading Christian McCaffrey to the 49ers the Panthers gave up the face of a franchises that basically has been faceless the past few years.
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The Panthers liked Clemson LB Isaiah Simmons a lot at No. 7 and he was the best pure athlete on the board, but they felt he was a better fit for a veteran team because of his ability to play so many positions. So they went with Auburn DT Derrick Brown,...
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Brian Burns already has 2.5 sacks. Panthers might want to write him a check at halftime.
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Panthers safety Tre Boston on the team being favored in the Super Bowl.
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Christian McCaffrey (ankle) arrived at practice wearing a red jersey again today which means he will be a non-participant. Increases the likelihood he will not be available for the Panthers on Thursday night against Atlanta.
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CBS halftime report on why Matt Rhule went with Sam Darnold over Cam Newton on the QB sneak at the 1: Both the Panthers quarterbacks can do that. One has done it a lot better for a lot longer. Just saying.
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Liberty QB Malik Willis showed a little Cam Newton in him when he ran down field to hip bump the receiver after a 65-yard bomb on a scramble play.
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Matt Rhule confirms C Matt Paradis is out for the year with a torn ACL. "Hearts out for him,'' Rhule said. Sam Darnold also getting an MRI for a sore shoulder. Brian Burns has ankle sprain.
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The Panthers tried to have dinner with Ole Miss QB Matt Corral but he was booked. "We did meet with him on the side,'' GM Scott Fitterer said.
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Carolina Panthers have 'no intention at all' of trading Christian McCaffrey, GM Scott Fitterer says - via
@ESPN
App
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Today’s news: Aaron Rodgers staying in GB. Russell Wilson to Denver. And the Panthers still have Sam Darnold.
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Panthers’ first-round pick Bryce Young arrives for first day of rookie minicamp in a golf cart. Big day for him.
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Robbie Anderson says the edge Panthers QB Baker Mayfield brings is something the team needs.
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Regarding reports that the Panthers are interested in Cleveland QB Baker Mayfield, I am told that’s not true.
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Despite growing up just over an hour from Charlotte, Panthers edge rusher Amare’ Barno didn’t really have a favorite team. But he did have a favorite player. “Definitely Cam Newton,’’ he said.
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Panthers coach Matt Rhule hadn't talked to Auburn coach Gus Malzahn "a day in my life'' until Friday, when Malzahn ran down Rhule's phone number and called to tell him what Carolina got in defensive tackle Derrick Brown with the seventh pick. Beyond...
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Adam Thielen on what Panthers QB Bryce Young said before the game-winning drive.
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Christian McCaffrey goes from Panthers to the NFC Championship game with the 49ers.
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WR Brandon Zylstra has a kicking tee. This is gonna be interesting. LB Frankie Luvu and RB Reggie Bonnafon also practicing kicking off.
Panthers special teams players minus Zane Gonzalez gathered on the field. Looks like P Lachlan Edwards is practicing kickoffs, at least on-sides.
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Baker Mayfleld completed pass over the middle to TE Colin Thompson in tight coverage. Not sure Sam Darnold would have attempted that.
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Scott Fitterer says there are a couple of QBs he would feel comfortable with at No. 6. He also said there are a handful of teams that are serious about trading up to 6.
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Panthers wide receiver DJ Chark predicts in 3-5 years QB Bryce Young will be one of the best in the NFL.
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Cam Newton and Panthers owner David Tepper now are at Bank of America Stadium, per source.
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Matt Rhule says no matter what happens Sunday he still thinks Baker Mayfield's best football is ahead of him.
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May be a bit premature, but I believe the Panthers' roster is better today than it was a year ago.
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Cam Newton said it was ‘'disrespectful'' that the Saints sent a broom after sweeping the Panthers in three games last season.
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Panthers announce Baker Mayfield as their starting quarterback.
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The two sacks by Panthers LT Ikem Ekwonu in the first half gave him 18 on the season on his pass blocks. That’s the most by any player in the NFL regardless of the position, per ESPN Analytics/NFL Next Gen Stats.
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Panthers coach Dave Canales says QB Bryce Young will have to learn a new offense, one that plays to his strengths with boots and play-action.
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Former Panthers’ quarterback Cam Newton is back in Charlotte for his annual
@CamNewton7v7
event. Huge crowd at UNC Charlotte.
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The Panthers report that first-round pick Jaycee Horn is at practice in a red jersey. He’s still got a ways to go before returning from a broken foot but this is a good sign.
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Alabama quarterback Bryce Young was very humble when I asked what his argument would be to go No. 1 to the Panthers: ‘’I will be grateful to whatever team takes a chance on me.’’
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The Panthers are focused on moving up in the draft to select from Bryce Young, C.J. Stroud, Will Levis or Anthony Richardson. That really was their focus all along. Derek Carr was just kicking the tires.
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