10 months, 3 weeks ago

Panthers put more offensive playmakers around young QB Bryce Young in NFL draft

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Carolina Panthers new coach Dave Canales has emphasized to Bryce Young that he shouldn’t feel as if he has to do it all by himself this upcoming season. The Panthers used three of their first four picks on skill position players, selecting South Carolina wide receiver Xavier Legette in the first round and running back Jonathon Brooks and tight end Ja’Tavion Sanders from Texas in the second and fourth rounds in hopes of bolstering an offense that finished last in the league in scoring and yards. Along the way, new Panthers general manager Dan Morgan used a series of trades — four in the first two days — to restock the team’s draft capital. Carolina entered this year’s draft with no first-round pick after former GM Scott Fitterer traded away four picks last year to get Young, including what ended up being the No. But we’re still building this thing.” TEXAS TWO-STEP The Panthers hadn’t drafted a player from Texas since their initial draft in 1995 when they selected offensive tackle Blake Brockermeyer in the first round.

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1 month, 1 week ago

Panthers re-sign veteran QB Andy Dalton to a 2-year contract to back up Bryce Young

Associated Press

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Carolina Panthers re-signed quarterback Andy Dalton on Tuesday to a two-year contract, giving them a veteran presence behind starter Bryce Young heading into the 2025 season. The 37-year-old Dalton, who threw for 989 yards with seven touchdowns and six interceptions in five starts last season, was set to become an unrestricted free agent next month. However, …

1 month, 1 week ago

Panthers re-sign veteran QB Andy Dalton to a 2-year contract to back up Bryce Young

Associated Press

2 months, 1 week ago

How Bryce Young went from slumped shoulders and shaky footwork to soaring confidence

New York Times

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — When he zipped a pass into the end zone to Tommy Tremble in Atlanta in Week 18, then turned his back on the play and signaled touchdown before it reached the Carolina Panthers’ tight end, it was more than just a show of confidence for Bryce Young. One team source said “it felt like the air was …

2 months, 3 weeks ago

‘We got our guy’: Bryce Young and the Panthers go into the offseason on high note

New York Times

ATLANTA — They have a defense that allowed more points than any team in NFL history and some question marks at key positions on both sides of the ball. But if Panthers coach Dave Canales or anyone else needed any more convincing, Bryce Young delivered it with a masterful performance that covered four quarters and overtime of the Panthers’ 44-38 …

3 months ago

Bryce Young has added key element to his game in Year 2, showing an ability to scramble, make plays

Associated Press

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Perhaps the biggest improvement in Bryce Young’s game in Year 2 has been his ability to improvise and use his legs to create plays. On Sunday, Young ran five times for a career-high 68 yards, including a 23-yard touchdown on a scramble in Carolina’s 36-30 overtime win over Arizona, which eliminated the Cardinals from playoff contention. Panthers …

3 months, 1 week ago

Panthers QB Bryce Young regresses after breakdowns in protection in 30-14 loss to Cowboys

Associated Press

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — For the better part of the season, the Carolina Panthers rebuilt offensive line has been doing a pretty good job of protecting Bryce Young. “We play into the opponent’s hands in that regard.. With a really good pressure package and just some good players up front, it certainly put us in a brand of football we don’t …

3 months, 1 week ago

What Bryce Young has improved to look more like the QB the Panthers expected

New York Times

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Going through his progressions. “It’s been a lot of fun to watch him grow that way.” GO DEEPER Trotter: Bryce Young, Anthony Richardson redemption tales among season’s best stories Young’s resurgence under first-year head coach Dave Canales hasn’t resulted in many wins: The Panthers have lost three in a row — to perennial playoff teams Kansas City, …

3 months, 2 weeks ago

Panthers lose rookie RB Jonathon Brooks for the season to a torn ACL; same knee he injured at Texas

Associated Press

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Carolina Panthers have lost rookie running back Jonathon Brooks for the remainder of the season to a torn ACL in his right knee just three games into his return to the field. Panthers coach Dave Canales said Brooks will have surgery in the coming weeks, adding that the running back is “really crushed and discouraged” over …

3 months, 2 weeks ago

Panthers rookie Jonathon Brooks suffers another ACL tear; 2025 could be in jeopardy

New York Times

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Carolina Panthers rookie running back Jonathon Brooks re-injured the ACL in his right knee Sunday against the Philadelphia Eagles, ending his season and putting the 2025 season in jeopardy, as well. Panthers coach Dave Canales said that an MRI on Monday showed Brooks had re-torn the ligament and will require a second surgery 14 months after his …

3 months, 3 weeks ago

Alternate ending: How Panthers’ latest last-second L could have turned out differently

New York Times

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The visiting locker room at Bank of America Stadium was nearly empty Sunday when Baker Mayfield limped toward his stall with a protective boot on his right foot. Asked about those who were ready to bury Young two games into his second season, Mayfield said: “Yeah, well, they were worried about the wrong people.” The Panthers look …

3 months, 3 weeks ago

Bryce Young showed progress — and then the fire teammates were waiting to see

New York Times

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Bryce Young had several moments during Sunday’s scare of the Kansas City Chiefs where his growth was evident on the field — and one very loud moment afterward when a different type of development all but shook the locker room walls. Obviously, everybody’s talking about it, so hopefully we can come out here and rally off that …

4 months ago

Panthers’ close call against Chiefs has coach Dave Canales excited about the direction of the team

Associated Press

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — There are no moral victories in professional sports. However the Carolina Panthers’ ability to take the two-time defending Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs down to the wire on Sunday before losing 30-27 on a walk-off field goal has first-year coach Dave Canales excited about the direction of his team. Breaking with his custom over the past …

4 months, 1 week ago

Bryce Young to make 4th consecutive start for the Panthers

Associated Press

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Bryce Young will make his fourth straight start at quarterback for the Carolina Panthers on Sunday against the two-time defending Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs. Canales wouldn’t commit to Young starting after the win over the Giants heading into the bye week because he said he wanted to take time to gather information. He continues to …

4 months, 1 week ago

Bryce Young is beginning to show some development as Panthers QB after a rough start to season

Associated Press

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Carolina Panthers hired Dave Canales as head coach to help develop Bryce Young into a franchise quarterback and turn around a team that hadn’t been to the postseason since 2017. Canales said Young “made a statement” after leading the Panthers to a 20-17 overtime win over the Giants in Germany on Sunday. A couple of times …

4 months, 2 weeks ago

Bryce Young beginning to show signs of confidence, growth in leading Panthers to back-to-back wins

Associated Press

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — After he broke the pocket and weaved his way up the field for a 24-yard gain, Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young briefly posed to signal first down in a rare display of confidence for the second-year quarterback. Young didn’t put up great numbers on Sunday, completing 15 of 25 passes for 126 yards with one touchdown, but …

4 months, 2 weeks ago

Panthers stick with Bryce Young vs. Giants but QB’s long-term future in Carolina still unclear

Associated Press

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Bryce Young will remain Carolina’s starting quarterback, even as his long-term future with the Panthers remains murky. Panthers coach Dave Canales said following Wednesday’s practice that Young will make his third straight start on Sunday in Germany against the New York Giants. The Panthers recently dealt wide receivers Diontae Johnson and Jonathan Mingo — a second-round draft …

4 months, 3 weeks ago

Panthers keep Bryce Young, add a fourth-rounder: Analyzing Carolina’s trade deadline decisions

New York Times

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — One night and 38 picks after taking Bryce Young No. 1 in the 2023 draft, Carolina Panthers general manager Scott Fitterer selected a big, physical wide receiver from Ole Miss to pair with the franchise’s new quarterback. The Panthers sent Mingo to Dallas before Tuesday’s 4 p.m. trade deadline along with a seventh-round pick in 2025 for …

4 months, 3 weeks ago

Young to Start as Saints Anticipate Carr's Return

Associated Press

Panthers QB Bryce Young is set to start in Week 9 against the Saints after recovering from a thumb injury. Young struggled in his first start against the Saints, but he showed signs of improvement in the team's practice. Carr is expected to return under center for the first time since Week 5, but he practiced on Wednesday for the …

Bryce Young Returns to the Carolina Panthers' Lineup Against a Stingy Denver Broncos Defense

Associated Press

Bryce Young returns to the Carolina Panthers lineup against a stingy Denver Broncos defense. Young was awful in his first two games this season, throwing three interceptions and no touchdowns in a pair of losses. He's spent the past five games backing up Dalton. The Panthers offense is overall struggling, but they have shown flashes of hope with players like …

5 months ago

Panthers’ Bryce Young to start vs. Broncos after Andy Dalton car accident

New York Times

By Lauren Merola, Joe Person and Dianna Russini Carolina Panthers quarterback Andy Dalton will not start Sunday’s matchup against the Denver Broncos, coach Dave Canales said Wednesday, after Dalton and his family were involved in a car crash in Charlotte on Tuesday. — Joe Person October 23, 2024 “I’m thankful it is what it is, because it could’ve been worse,” …

5 months, 1 week ago

Johnny Manziel reveals his No. 1 pick for next year's NFL Draft

Daily Mail

Johnny Football is on the clock – and the former Texas A&M quarterback likes Shedeur Sanders. 'Shedeur is obviously going to be a guy that's going to be looked at and probably be the top quarterback coming off the board this year,' Manziel said of Shedeur. Johnny Manziel likes Shedeur Sanders to be the first-overall pick of the 2025 NFL …

6 months ago

Panthers WR Adam Thielen will miss at least 4 weeks after being placed on IR with hamstring injury

Associated Press

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Carolina Panthers will be without wide receiver Adam Thielen for at least four weeks after the veteran was placed on injured reserve Tuesday with a hamstring injury. Thielen was injured while extending to make a diving touchdown catch near the end of the second quarter of Carolina’s 36-22 win over the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday. …

6 months ago

Panthers receive Bryce Young trade inquiries days after benching: Sources

New York Times

In the days since 2023 No. 1 pick Bryce Young was demoted from starter, the Carolina Panthers have received trade inquiries from multiple interested teams, a league source confirmed. The interest in Young comes days after Panthers coach Dave Canales said the team is not “really considering” trading Young, despite giving Andy Dalton the starting nod for Sunday’s game with …

6 months ago

Panthers QB Bryce Young says he was surprised to learn he’d been benched, needs to get better

Associated Press

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young said he was surprised to learn from head coach Dave Canales that he’d been benched and accepted blame for the team’s struggles on the field. “It was not something that I was necessarily expecting,” Young said following Thursday’s practice. “Last year and these first two games for the most part every snap …

6 months, 1 week ago

Coach Dave Canales says Panthers aren’t considering trading QB Young after benching 2023 No. 1 pick

Associated Press

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Carolina Panthers coach Dave Canales said he “absolutely” believes Bryce Young can still be a franchise quarterback, adding that the team has no plans to trade the 2023 No. “That’s not something we are really considering,” Canales said of the trade speculation swirling around Young. You focus on what you can control and the rest will take …

6 months, 1 week ago

Panthers’ rush to start Bryce Young is QB malpractice seen all too often in NFL

New York Times

What does the old Nationwide Insurance commercial say? “Bryce is our quarterback” quickly changed to “Andy gives us the best chance to win,” as Canales desperately seeks to stop the bleeding after the 0-2 Panthers got outscored 73-13 in the season’s first two games. Young’s benching just two games into yet another Panthers rebuilding season raises a whole slew of …

6 months, 1 week ago

Bryce Young benched by Panthers after QB’s rough start; Andy Dalton will start vs. Raiders

Associated Press

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Carolina Panthers have benched 2023 No. 1 overall pick Bryce Young after the second-year quarterback’s rough start to the season. Panthers head coach Dave Canales said he made the decision after watching game film from Sunday’s 26-3 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers. Canales wouldn’t say if Dalton will remain the starter beyond this week saying …

6 months, 1 week ago

Carolina Panthers BENCH Bryce Young after just two games of the season - with Andy Dalton to replace him

Daily Mail

The Carolina Panthers are unceremoniously benching former No 1 pick Bryce Young after just two games of the regular season. Already a change is being made under center, with Andy Dalton set to start Week 3 against the Raiders, and Young's benching is the fastest a No 1 overall pick has ever lost their starting spot in the NFL. Bryce …

6 months, 1 week ago

Panthers bench No. 1 pick QB Bryce Young, will start Andy Dalton in Week 3

New York Times

By Joe Person, Lukas Weese and Larry Holder The Carolina Panthers are benching 2023 No. 1 pick Bryce Young for their Week 3 matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders, coach Dave Canales said Monday. The 36-year-old Dalton started Week 3 for the Panthers last year at Seattle when Young was sidelined for one game with an ankle injury. If nothing …

6 months, 1 week ago

Panthers say they don’t have a ‘Bryce Young issue’: But is it time to make a change?

New York Times

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — After back-to-back losses to begin his NFL career, Bryce Young sat out a Week 3 trip to Seattle last year with a sprained ankle that many figured was more of a mental break for the No. Fans booed loudly after Young’s interception Sunday, then booed after another third-down throw went short of the first-down marker. GO DEEPER …

6 months, 1 week ago

Panthers rally to support second-year QB Bryce Young after disappointing 37-point loss to the Saints

Associated Press

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Bryce Young was standing on the sideline in the closing moments of Carolina’s 47-10 season-opening loss at New Orleans when teammate Miles Sanders came over to stand next him, dabbed him up and tapped the second-year quarterback on the helmet. “I’ve been in this league a little bit and this is not my first time with a …

6 months, 2 weeks ago

Panthers are signing edge rusher Charles Harris to bolster their pass rush, AP source says

Associated Press

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Carolina Panthers have agreed to terms on a contract with free agent edge rusher Charles Harris, a person familiar with the situation told The Associated Press. Carolina announced Tuesday that it placed Pro Bowl defensive end Derrick Brown on injured reserve as expected after he hurt his knee in Sunday’s 47-10 season-opening loss to the New …

6 months, 2 weeks ago

Start of the Dave Canales era couldn’t have gone much worse after Panthers routed 47-10 in opener

Associated Press

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Dave Canales era couldn’t have gotten off to a worse start in Carolina following a 47-10 loss to the New Orleans Saints, leaving real concerns about the future of quarterback Bryce Young. The secondary, which included several defensive backs who were claimed off waivers or acquired via trades late in the preseason, looked completely out of …

6 months, 3 weeks ago

‘This is his opportunity’: The Panthers are banking on a Year 2 bump for Bryce Young

New York Times

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Adam Thielen didn’t need six weeks of training camp and preseason practices to see a change in Bryce Young. “Being able to have conversations, be able to talk about things and hear his perspective — and just get as much of what he says and what he means.” After the Panthers hired Canales following Frank Reich’s 11-game …

6 months, 3 weeks ago

Panthers all about developing second-year QB Bryce Young in coach Dave Canales’ first year at helm

Associated Press

EXPECTATIONS: The Panthers have no grand illusions of being a Super Bowl contender following a 2-15 season in which they never held a lead for a single play in the fourth quarter. Impatient owner David Tepper fired head coach Frank Reich just 11 games into Young’s first season, and hired Dave Canales in January. NEW FACES: Canales, WRs Diontae Johnson …

6 months, 3 weeks ago

Panthers 53-man roster: Where biggest needs remain, plus bottom of WR group gets new look

New York Times

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Analyzing NFL roster cuts shortly after they happen is a caveat-filled endeavor because of all the comings and goings that happen in the 24 hours after initial rosters are set. Bottom of receiver group gets a makeover A day after Canales called wide receiver the team’s strongest position group coming out of training camp, the Panthers kept …

7 months ago

What you want to know: Is Panthers QB Bryce Young ready for big bounce-back in Year 2?

New York Times

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — I’m dating myself here, but I remember covering an August game at the Georgia Dome in the Falcons’ pre-Michael Vick days and writing a column about how the NFL preseason was a rip-off and disservice to fans. GO DEEPER Panthers stock report: Who's up, who's down and who fell victim to the BoA Stadium turf The Carolina …

7 months, 2 weeks ago

Panthers 53-man roster projection: Could a couple of drafted rookies be in trouble?

New York Times

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — During NFL roster projection season, there usually are about 45 of the 53 spots the armchair general managers feel pretty confident about. Tight end On: Tommy Tremble, Ian Thomas, Ja’Tavion Sanders, Jordan Matthews Notable cuts: N/A Toughest call: Getting clarity on Thomas’ status. Defensive line On: Derrick Brown, A’Shawn Robinson, Shy Tuttle, T.J. Smith, Nick Thurman, LaBryan …

7 months, 3 weeks ago

Ten things we learned about the Panthers: 2 WRs making plays, Sam Franklin out a while

New York Times

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Carolina Panthers are putting on full pads Tuesday. “We took a little batting at the Angels’ stadium,” Mingo said. He can play infield but I don’t think he’s too much of a hitter, though.” Mingo, a former outfielder, said he and Xavier Legette can hit “pretty good.” 5. “I can’t wait to give Chuba those opportunities …

8 months ago

Carolina Panthers roster analysis: Thoughts on Bryce Young and every position group

New York Times

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Rookies have been in town since Friday. He’s been replaced by Dave Canales, the 44-year-old, “quarterback whisperer” who will try to get Bryce Young, last year’s No. GO DEEPER Panthers fan survey results: Wait and see on Bryce Young; failing grades for David Tepper Wide receiver Diontae Johnson’s receiving numbers declined two years in a row after …

10 months, 3 weeks ago

Execs unfiltered on NFC’s Draft class: What were the Falcons thinking? Thoughts on all 16 teams

New York Times

With the 2024 NFL Draft behind us, it’s time to check in with executives around the league for perspectives on the key developments. “There’s only one thing I could think of that would allow them to do that, and that is something happened in Kirk’s rehab between when he signed and draft day that made them feel like, ‘Oh my …

10 months, 3 weeks ago

The long wait for the first running back to be drafted ends with Jonathon Brooks going 46th

Associated Press

The long wait for the first running back to be drafted finally came to an end. The Carolina Panthers traded up six spots to take Texas running back Jonathon Brooks with the 46th pick in the NFL draft Friday night, the second-latest selection for the first running back to go off the board. The only other time in the common …

10 months, 3 weeks ago

Panthers 2024 NFL Draft takeaways: More playmakers for Bryce Young, offense

New York Times

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — After claiming the draft was not about helping Bryce Young but making the entire team better, the Carolina Panthers naturally used three of their first four picks on playmakers to help Young. “He’s gonna be an asset for Bryce Young,” NFL Network analyst Daniel Jeremiah said of Sanders, arguably the second-best receiving tight end in the draft. …

11 months ago

Carolina Panthers draft Xavier Legette: How he fits, pick grade and scouting intel

New York Times

The Carolina Panthers selected South Carolina receiver Xavier Legette with the No. Draft pick grades: Nick Baumgardner, Scott Dochterman rate the selections Full draft order: Team picks for all 257 selections “The Athletic Football Show”: Watch live reaction to the draft ‘The Beast’ breakdown Legette ranked No. 📺 ESPN pic.twitter.com/bs7OwQnlbn — Gamecock Football December 30, 2022 Nick Baumgardner’s grade The …

11 months ago

Buccaneers draft Graham Barton: How he fits, pick grade and scouting intel

New York Times

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers selected Duke offensive lineman Graham Barton, one of the most versatile players in this year’s draft class, with pick No. NFL Draft 2024 tracker: Live blog, pick-by-pick grades and analysis Big board best available: Who’s left from Dane Brugler’s Top 300? Draft pick grades: Nick Baumgardner, Scott Dochterman rate the selections Full draft order: Team picks …

1 year ago

Panthers’ 7-round mock: A trade, a playmaker for Bryce Young and defensive help

New York Times

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Carolina Panthers filled several holes in free agency but created a rather large one by trading two-time Pro Bowl edge rusher Brian Burns to the New York Giants. 1 spot last year, the Panthers traded their first-round pick this year to the Chicago Bears, who will pick first overall as a result of Carolina’s 2-15 record …

1 year, 1 month ago

Person: Possible to like Dave Canales’ energy, still be skeptical about Panthers’ future

New York Times

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Carolina Panthers brought everyone together again Thursday — former and current players, caterers, media members — to introduce a new coach 366 days after introducing their last one. You’ve gotta love being there every day.” GO DEEPER Panthers' to-do list for Dave Canales, Dan Morgan: Getting Bryce Young help is priority Like Carroll, Canales won’t lack …

1 year, 1 month ago

Panthers’ to-do list for Dave Canales, Dan Morgan: Getting Bryce Young help is priority

New York Times

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Four days after announcing the hire of Dave Canales, the Carolina Panthers still haven’t formally introduced their new head coach. GO DEEPER Panthers' Dave Canales has one job: Get Bryce Young on track — he better not screw it up Put together the coaching staff This is Canales’ first task, and it could get sticky where defensive …

1 year, 2 months ago

Panthers hire former Buccaneers OC Dave Canales as coach: Can he aid Bryce Young?

New York Times

The Carolina Panthers have hired former Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive coordinator Dave Canales as their coach, the team announced Thursday. #Panthers agree to terms with Dave Canaleshttps://t.co/Ozcb8nLoSI — Carolina Panthers January 26, 2024 “Dave’s background is rooted in success,” Panthers owner David Tepper said. I’m confident that will translate to the field.” Canales joined the Buccaneers for the 2023 season …

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Setting the table for the 2025 NFL Draft, plus Aaron Rodgers’ time in Pittsburgh

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Inside: A quick draft primer, plus Aaron Rodgers’ time in Pittsburgh, Jerry Jones’ status among owners and another potential first-round QB. 2: Odds favor Penn State edge rusher Abdul Carter as the second pick, which diverges from The Athletic’s most recent mock, where Ben Standig sees a Cleveland reach for Colorado QB Shedeur Sanders. Odds favor Penn State edge rusher …

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