5 months, 1 week ago

Commanders look to get back on track when they host the struggling Panthers

Carolina at Washington Sunday, 4:05 p.m. EDT, CBS BetMGM NFL Odds: Commanders by 8 Against the spread: Panthers 1-5; Commanders 4-2 Series record: Washington leads 10-7. Key matchup Panthers RB Chuba Hubbard vs. the Commanders run defense: Hubbard has averaged more than 100 yards rushing over the past four games and 5.9 yards a carry over the past five. Key injuries Panthers TE Tommy Tremble returned to practice this week after missing the Falcons game with a concussion.. Carolina is hoping to get RT Taylor Moton and OLB Jadeveon Clowney back after both sat out last week.. RB Jonathan Brooks, DT Jaden Crumedy and DB Sam Franklin all returned to practice this week after being on injured reserve, but it’s unclear if any will be ready to play.. The Panthers defense is allowing 33.8 points a game, which is the ninth most allowed by a defense in the Super Bowl era.. LB Trevin Wallace has 24 tackles, the most by any Carolina player in his first two games.. Carolina has allowed its opponents to score touchdowns on 75% of trips in the red zone, second most in the league.. K Eddy Piñeiro is 9 of 10 on field goals and has made all 10 extra point attempts.. Rookie QB Jayden Daniels is the only player to throw for 1,400 yards and run for 300 in his first six games.. Daniels threw for a career-high 269 yards against the Ravens and had two TD passes to Terry McLaurin.. Robinson leads the team with 325 yards rushing and has run for five TDs.. TE Zach Ertz had a season-high 68 yards receiving against the Ravens on four catches.. Six-time All-Pro LB Bobby Wagner led Washington with a season-best 12 tackles last week..

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2 months, 3 weeks ago

Bryce Young accounts for 5 TDs as Panthers beat Falcons 44-38 in OT. Atlanta misses playoffs again

Associated Press

ATLANTA — The Atlanta Falcons and Carolina Panthers have more in common than frustrating streaks of seven consecutive losing seasons. “We took a step back today, a huge step.” Rookie Michael Penix Jr. capped his late-season, three-game introduction as Atlanta’s starting quarterback by passing for 312 yards and two touchdowns — both to Drake London, who had 10 catches for …

2 months, 3 weeks ago

Falcons are leaning on rookie QB Penix as they try to protect fading playoff hopes against Panthers

Associated Press

Carolina at Atlanta Sunday, 1 p.m., CBS BetMGM NFL Odds: Falcons by 8 1/2 Series record: Falcons lead 37-22 Against the spread: Panthers 7-9, Falcons 7-9 Last meeting: Falcons beat Panthers 38-20 at Carolina on Oct. 13. Panthers offense: overall, rush, pass, scoring Panthers defense: overall, rush, pass, scoring Falcons offense: overall, rush, pass, scoring Falcons defense: overall, rush, pass, …

3 months, 1 week ago

Panthers eliminate Cardinals from playoffs on Hubbard’s TD run in overtime for 36-30 win

Associated Press

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Chuba Hubbard ran for a 21-yard touchdown in overtime, and the Carolina Panthers eliminated the Arizona Cardinals from playoff contention with a 36-30 victory on Sunday. Kyler Murray threw for 202 yards with a touchdown and an interception, and his 20-yard TD run helped rally Arizona from a 10-point deficit in the fourth quarter to force the …

3 months, 1 week ago

Kyler Murray, Cardinals look to keep slim playoff hopes alive when they visit Panthers

Associated Press

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Carolina Panthers have already been eliminated from playoff contention. “I’m very confident that it’s not a trap game because, mentally, that could never be a thing because of where we are,” Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray said. “We’re still in pursuit of just capturing our style of football: great effort, great enthusiasm, with our guys celebrating each …

3 months, 2 weeks ago

Rush throws for career-high 3 TDs, Cowboys force 4 turnovers to beat Panthers 30-14

Associated Press

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — CeeDee Lamb heard about oddsmakers listing the Carolina Panthers as a favorite for the first time in nearly two full years entering Sunday’s game against the Dallas Cowboys. Cooper Rush threw for 214 yards and a career-high three touchdown passes, Dallas forced four Bryce Young turnovers and sacked the second-year quarterback six times as the Cowboys drubbed …

3 months, 2 weeks ago

Four takeaways and 6 sacks: Cowboys defense ‘set the tone’ in stifling Panthers

New York Times

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The day before the Dallas Cowboys played the Carolina Panthers, news hit that Trevon Diggs would not only miss the game, but that his season was over due to a knee injury that’s been nagging him. Despite all of this — and it doesn’t even include Jourdan Lewis hurting his elbow during the second half of the …

3 months, 2 weeks ago

Cowboys RB Rico Dowdle could be in line for a big game against Carolina’s 32nd-ranked run defense

Associated Press

Dallas at Carolina Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, FOX. The Panthers are hoping to get WR Jalen Coker back on the field this week after he has missed the past three games with a quad injury.. Also, No. Series notes The Cowboys are 7-2 against the Panthers since losing a wild-card game at Carolina 29-10 during the 2003 season, the first …

3 months, 4 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 …

4 months, 1 week ago

Sports betting: Running backs Harris, Robinson and Hunt favored to score TDs in Week 12

Associated Press

Week 12 of the NFL season has arrived and prop bets are available. Here are some players who likely will find the end zone this week, with odds from the BetMGM online sportsbook: Running back Najee Harris, Steelers, +105 While Najee Harris has only scored three touchdowns for the Pittsburgh Steelers this season, he’s still a good bet for Thursday …

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

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5 months ago

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

NFL Week 8 picks against the spread: Backing Jameis Winston, one of the planet’s 32 best QBs

New York Times

That sound you hear is the metal jaws of the garbage truck scraping the bottom of the bin. — Kurt Warner October 22, 2024 If Winston came in right away last week, the Browns would’ve easily covered the spread against the Cincinnati Bengals. And Winston will let it fly against a Ravens defense that ranks 27th in EPA per play …

5 months, 1 week ago

Commanders dominate Panthers despite Jayden Daniels leaving with injury: Key takeaways

New York Times

By Ben Standig, Joe Person and Chris Licata No Jayden Daniels, no problem for the Washington Commanders — at least on Sunday. Dan Quinn’s squad got back in the win column with a dominant 40-7 win over the reeling Carolina Panthers, boosting their record to 5-2 while holding on to first place in the NFC East. Dan Quinn with what …

5 months, 1 week ago

Struggling Panthers rule out 6 players for Sunday’s game at Washington, 3 others listed as doubtful

Associated Press

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Carolina Panthers are on a three-game losing streak and now they have a growing list of injuries to deal with entering Sunday’s game at Washington. The Panthers ruled out linebackers Josey Jewell, Claudin Cherelus and Jon Rhattigan, offensive tackle Taylor Moton, running back Jonathan Brooks and defensive tackle A’Shawn Robinson, while outside linebacker Jadeveon Clowney, defensive …

5 months, 1 week ago

Sports betting: Commanders provide two good bets to score, Brian Robinson Jr. and Terry McLaurin

Associated Press

Plenty of touchdowns were scored during Week 6 of the NFL season, and the over bets went 10-3-1. Looking ahead to this week’s games, here are some players who likely will find the end zone, with odds from the BetMGM online sportsbook: Alvin Kamara, Saints, -110 The New Orleans Saints will be down a number of players on Thursday Night …

5 months, 2 weeks ago

Panthers sticking with Andy Dalton at quarterback even after 2 interceptions in loss to Falcons

Associated Press

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Carolina Panthers have lost three straight since Andy Dalton delivered a feel-good win over the Las Vegas Raiders. Dalton finished finished 26 of 38 for 221 yards with two first-half touchdown passes and two second-half interceptions against the Falcons to fall to 1-3 as Carolina’s starter. The Panthers haven’t won since veteran wide receiver Adam Thielen …

5 months, 2 weeks ago

Bijan Robinson scores 2 TDs. Falcons beat Panthers 38-20 for 3rd straight victory vs. NFC South foe

Associated Press

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Atlanta Falcons are proving they have multiple ways to win — especially against a division foe. Bijan Robinson ran for 95 yards and two touchdowns, Tyler Allgeier added 105 yards rushing and a game-clinching score and the Falcons defeated the Carolina Panthers 38-20 on Sunday for their third win over an NFC South opponent in three …

5 months, 2 weeks ago

Kirk Cousins, Atlanta look to take advantage of Carolina’s red zone defense in NFC South matchup

Associated Press

Atlanta at Carolina Sunday, 4:25 p.m. EDT, Fox. Falcons player to watch TE Kyle Pitts had season highs with seven receptions for 88 yards in last week’s win over Tampa Bay. Panthers player to watch RB Chuba Hubbard has averaged 105 yards on the ground with two touchdowns rushing over the past three games, including a 38-yard scamper last week. …

6 months ago

How Mike Macdonald’s Seahawks defense has been the NFL’s best through 3 weeks

New York Times

RENTON, Wash. — Mike Macdonald was hired as a head coach largely because of his defensive mind, and his fingerprints have been all over that side of the ball during the Seattle Seahawks’ 3-0 start. And it’s all 11 guys.” 4 minutes of dominant defense for your enjoyment🍿 pic.twitter.com/4esGX29VyU — Seattle Seahawks September 24, 2024 Outside linebacker Boye Mafe is …

6 months, 2 weeks ago

Panthers look to slow down Chargers RB J.K. Dobbins, avoid third straight 0-2 start to season

Associated Press

Los Angeles Chargers at Carolina Panthers Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT, CBS BetMGM NFL odds: Chargers by 6 1/2 Series record: Panthers lead Chargers 6-1. Chargers player to watch J.K. Dobbins had 135 yards and a touchdown in his Los Angeles debut last week, including a pair of carries of at least 36 yards. The Chargers are averaging an AFC-best 6.5 …

1 year, 3 months ago

NFL Week 15 expert picks and odds for Bills vs. Cowboys, Seahawks vs. Eagles and every other game

New York Times

The Athletic has live coverage of Cowboys vs. Bills The NFL’s Week 15 slate of games has some massive matchups with huge playoff implications, including a trio of games on Saturday. The Kansas City Chiefs are nearly a touchdown favorite on the road despite losing four of their past six games and averaging just 19 points per game. After carrying …

1 year, 4 months ago

NFL Week 13 expert picks and odds for 49ers vs. Eagles, Chiefs vs. Packers and every other game

New York Times

Follow our Chiefs vs Packers live coverage. The Seahawks’ defense is badly regressing as the season has progressed, allowing 385 yards and 27.7 points per game over its past four games. This might be a good game for him to get back on track as the Colts run defense has been one of the NFL’s worst this season, allowing 129.3 …

1 year, 4 months ago

Christian McCaffrey’s big first half carries NFC West-leading 49ers to 31-13 victory over Seahawks

Associated Press

SEATTLE — After running for two touchdowns and helping San Francisco beat the rival Seahawks for a fourth straight time, Christian McCaffrey was going to enjoy his celebratory meal. McCaffrey rushed for 114 yards and two scores in the first half, and the 49ers built a 21-point lead by halftime in rolling to a 31-13 victory over the Seahawks on …

1 year, 5 months ago

Howell throws 3 TD passes, Commanders pick off three Ridder passes in 24-16 win over Falcons

Associated Press

ATLANTA — Jamin Davis sensed where the final pass was going before it left the quarterback’s hand. Davis snagged the last of three second-half interceptions against Atlanta’s Desmond Ridder, sealing Washington’s 24-16 victory over the Falcons on Sunday. Kendall Fuller grabbed the first interception against Ridder, returning it deep into Atlanta territory to set up Howell’s screen pass to running …

1 year, 5 months ago

The Commanders gave up more than 30 points again. The defense needs to be better against the Bears

Associated Press

Sam Howell quieted some of the criticism he has been getting in recent weeks, even in a loss. I would’ve liked to win the game for us, as well.” Thanks to some much-needed run-pass balance, the Commanders converted 47% of their third-down opportunities, up from 11% against the Bills. Rivera said offensive players were tired and doesn’t think he would’ve …

1 year, 5 months ago

Panthers need to get tight ends more involved in the passing game to help out rookie QB Bryce Young

Associated Press

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Panthers coach Frank Reich raved about the talent in the team’s tight ends room during training camp. That makes it all the more perplexing that Carolina’s tight ends have been virtually non-existent with the team off to a disappointing 0-4 start, including a 21-13 loss on Sunday against the Minnesota Vikings. Carolina’s four tight ends have combined …

1 year, 6 months ago

When will Panthers get their first win as injuries and penalties mount?

New York Times

SEATTLE — Late in the fourth quarter of the Carolina Panthers’ latest loss, the giant videoboard at Lumen Field implored the Seattle Seahawks’ famed 12th man fan base to “make noise!” And then: “Make more noise!” Three games into the Frank Reich and Bryce Young era, it’s been the opposing teams that have made the most noise and plays and …

1 year, 7 months ago

Panthers stock report: Edge rusher rising, O-line dropping after preseason game vs. Jets

New York Times

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Bryce Young said he’d gone “months and months” since his final game at Alabama — against Kansas State in the Sugar Bowl on New Year’s Eve — before taking his first hit as a professional. On Young’s first pass attempt, New York Jets edge rusher Solomon Thomas blindsided Young just after he’d released the ball and landed …

2 years, 3 months ago

49ers win eighth straight as Washington replaces Taylor Heinicke at QB with Carson Wentz

New York Times

By Ben Standig, Matt Barrows and David Lombardi Rookie quarterback Brock Purdy remained undefeated as a starter as the 49ers earned their eighth-straight win with a 37-20 victory against the Commanders on Christmas Eve. Carson Wentz replaced Taylor Heinicke at quarterback for the Commanders in the fourth quarter of Saturday’s game. Against a strong Washington defense that included defensive end …

2 years, 3 months ago

Panthers’ playoff hopes: 320 rushing yards (570 total) and a huge game next week

New York Times

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Panthers broke a record just by showing up Saturday for the coldest home game in their history, then proceeded to run all over the Lions and into the team record books. The Panthers set team records with 320 rushing yards and 570 net yards behind an inspired performance by the offensive line and career days by …

2 years, 3 months ago

Panthers’ win at Seattle a statement game for Steve Wilks, potential playoff run

New York Times

SEATTLE — With his team clinging to a three-point lead Sunday but set up with a first-and-goal late in the third quarter, Panthers offensive coordinator Ben McAdoo made some dubious decisions. “With everything we’ve gone through, they’ve gone through with the different coaching changes, getting rid of players, organization trying to tank it, all those different things,” Wilks said. We …

2 years, 3 months ago

Seahawks’ kryptonite proves fatal vs. Panthers, putting playoff hopes in danger

New York Times

SEATTLE — Panthers running back Raheem Blackshear had just finished galloping through the second level of the Seahawks defense when linebacker Cody Barton and safety Ryan Neal turned toward the big screen behind the south end zone at Lumen Field. GO DEEPER Seahawks' struggling run defense faces another test in matchup against Panthers “I don’t like that number,” linebacker Jordyn …

2 years, 4 months ago

Commanders outrun Falcons, intercept Mariota in 19-13 win

Associated Press

— After running all over the Atlanta Falcons in what has become their offensive identity, the Washington Commanders got one last crucial play from their stout defense to preserve another important victory. The Falcons would have gotten the ball back, but Ade Ogundeji ran into Commanders punter Tress Way with 32 seconds left to send Washington to its best record …

2 years, 4 months ago

Falcons, Commanders meet in matchup of mobile quarterbacks

Associated Press

ATLANTA at WASHINGTON Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, Fox FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK NFL LINE: Commanders by 4 AGAINST THE SPREAD: Falcons 7-4; Commanders 6-4-1 SERIES RECORD: Washington leads 16-10-1 LAST MEETING: Washington beat the Falcons 34-30 on Oct. 3, 2021, at Atlanta. SERIES NOTES: The Falcons are playing at Washington for the first time since 2018.. Atlanta coach Arthur Smith spent two …

2 years, 4 months ago

NFL Week 12 expert roundtable: A busy Thanksgiving, Bengals-Titans and QBs in need of a win

New York Times

With a three-game Thanksgiving Thursday serving as a lead-in to the rest of the Week 12 action, we thought we’d get this out a few days early. Jones: I think the Bills will be OK. Last week’s approach, where offensive coordinator Ken Dorsey lightened Josh Allen’s load and went with a more balanced approach, was smart. Kirk Cousins’ career stats: …

2 years, 4 months ago

Panthers run game dominates Falcons: Why it was a missed opportunity for Atlanta

New York Times

The Carolina Panthers defeated the Atlanta Falcons 25-15 on Thursday Night Football. — Kendall Evaluating Marcus Mariota’s performance Quarterback Marcus Mariota, who was signed as a free agent in the offseason, played his worst game in Atlanta. — Kendall Falcons D struggles against the Panthers run The Panthers’ 232 rushing yards were a season high against the Falcons. — Kendall …

2 years, 5 months ago

Hubbard, Foreman expected to replace McCaffrey vs. Bucs

Associated Press

TAMPA BAY at CAROLINA Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT, Fox OPENING LINE: Buccaneers by 10 1/2, according to FanDuel Sportsbook. KEY MATCHUP: Panthers RBs Chuba Hubbard and D’Onta Foreman vs. Bucs run defense: The trade of McCaffrey, the Panthers’ best offensive player, leaves a major hole in the backfield. They’ve been held to 21 points or fewer in five of six …

2 years, 5 months ago

How will reeling Bengals run defense handle top-ranked Falcons?

New York Times

The phrase “next man up” is one of the most tired, leaned-on clichés in football, but Bengals defensive tackle DJ Reader throws it aside like a rookie center out over his base. “It’s impossible.” Sunday’s 30-26 win in New Orleans was the third of a minimum four games without Reader — the heft and heartbeat of the run defense who …

2 years, 6 months ago

Panthers defeat Saints 22-14 to snap 9-game losing streak

Associated Press

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Laviska Shenault was frustrated over being declared inactive for his first two games with the Carolina Panthers after being acquired in a late preseason trade from the Jacksonville Jaguars. Shenault caught a momentum-changing 67-yard touchdown pass from Baker Mayfield in the fourth quarter, Marquis Haynes returned a fumble 44 yards for a touchdown and the Panthers defeated …

3 years, 3 months ago

With new play caller, Panthers look to run more vs. Falcons

Associated Press

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The game plan for the Carolina Panthers heading into an NFC South matchup against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday is pretty simple: run the football. Panthers coach Matt Rhule’s desire to run the ball is one of the reasons he fired offensive coordinator Joe Brady last week. Rhule has repeatedly said this season he wanted to focus …

3 years, 6 months ago

Darnold, defense lead Panthers past Texans; McCaffrey hurt

The Independent

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Sam Darnold threw for 304 …

4 years, 2 months ago

State of the 49ers, DB edition: Personnel turnover in the secondary is coming

New York Times

With the season over for the 49ers, David Lombardi and Matt Barrows are teaming up for an eight-part series that looks at every aspect of the team’s roster. In 2019, coordinator Robert Saleh’s secondary didn’t stray too far from the Seattle Cover 3 model: Per TruMedia, the 49ers ran zone defense 72.5 percent of the time, a rate that trailed …

6 years, 4 months ago

With Falcons' air show coming to town, Washington's secondary hopes to show progress since Monday night debacle

New York Times

During the same week the “Flight Marshalls” prepare for their biggest test since facing the New Orleans Saints aerial attack, Washington went out and got reinforcements. Unlike its stout ground defense, the passing defense is almost middle of the pack with Washington allowing 242.3 yards per game, which makes it the 13th best passing defense in the league and this …

9 years, 3 months ago

Oh, Man, The Panthers Might Actually Do This

Huff Post

No football team has been more fun to watch this season than the Carolina Panthers, who are now 11-0 after back-to-back demolitions of Washington and Dallas. The Panthers, led by quarterback Cam Newton, are still five wins away from an undefeated regular season. On this week's "The Second Half" podcast, HuffPost sports reporter Travis Waldron and NFL veteran Donté Stallworth …

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