Carolina Panthers FIRE head coach Matt Rhule after 1-4 start to the season
2 years, 3 months ago

Carolina Panthers FIRE head coach Matt Rhule after 1-4 start to the season

Daily Mail  

Carolina Panthers have fired head coach Matt Rhule following his side's awful 1-4 start to the 2022 season. Matt Rhule has been fired by the Carolina Panthers following their 1-4 start to the season The arrival of Baker Mayfield was expected to provide a boost, but it hasn't materialized Rhule leaves Carolina with a.289 winning percentage, having failed to turn the franchise around. The struggling Panthers have gone 1-4 in 2022, and Rhule has now been relieved of his duties At Temple, his first head coach role, the team went 2-10 and 6-6 in his first two years, before 2015 saw them go 10-4 to win their conference. Baker Mayfield was under constant pressure in Week 5 and was sacked four times Sunday While Rhule has taken the fall for Carolina's struggles of recent years, there is undoubtedly bigger issues than simply the now former head coach.

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Bryce Young accounts for 5 TDs as Panthers beat Falcons 44-38 in OT. Atlanta misses playoffs again
5 days, 15 hours 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 …

Panthers’ close call against Chiefs has coach Dave Canales excited about the direction of the team
1 month, 2 weeks 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 …

Bijan Robinson scores 2 TDs. Falcons beat Panthers 38-20 for 3rd straight victory vs. NFC South foe
2 months, 4 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 …

Carolina Panthers BENCH Bryce Young after just two games of the season - with Andy Dalton to replace him
3 months, 3 weeks 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 …

Mayfield and Buccaneers must overcome Cousins and revamped Falcons for 4th straight NFC South title
4 months, 1 week ago

Mayfield and Buccaneers must overcome Cousins and revamped Falcons for 4th straight NFC South title

Associated Press  

TAMPA, Fla. — Losing Tom Brady didn’t loosen the Buccaneers’ hold on the NFC South. Before Penix, Atlanta’s previous three first-round picks were running back Bijan Robinson, wide receiver Drake London and tight end Kyle Pitts. Atlanta bolstered its defense during training camp, adding four-time Pro Bowl edge rusher Matthew Judon and two-time Pro Bowl safety Justin Simmons to join …

Carolina Panthers officially hire Dave Canales as he becomes the FOURTH head coach in almost six years under billionaire owner David Tepper
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Carolina Panthers officially hire Dave Canales as he becomes the FOURTH head coach in almost six years under billionaire owner David Tepper

Daily Mail  

The Bucs' won yet another NFC South title before losing in the Divisional round The Carolina Panthers have hired Dave Canales as their new head coach on a six-year contract. The former offensive coordinator of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers becomes the fourth head coach under the ownership of billionaire David Tepper. The Carolina Panthers have hired Buccaneers OC Dave Canales …

Panthers hire former Buccaneers OC Dave Canales as coach: Can he aid Bryce Young?
11 months, 2 weeks 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 …

Greg Olsen reveals he IS interested in returning to Carolina to take the Panthers head coaching job' as he faces demotion at FOX when Tom Brady eventually begins his 10-year, $375MILLION deal
1 year, 1 month ago

Greg Olsen reveals he IS interested in returning to Carolina to take the Panthers head coaching job' as he faces demotion at FOX when Tom Brady eventually begins his 10-year, $375MILLION deal

Daily Mail  

Olsen retired after the 2020 season and has no formal coaching experience FOX broadcaster and longtime NFL tight end Greg Olsen is interested in becoming the Carolina Panthers' next head coach. Brady signed a 10-year, $375 million deal with FOX to be its top color commentator last year and is likely to take over from Olsen from the 2024 season. …

Panthers fire Frank Reich after 11 games and name Chris Tabor their interim head coach
1 year, 1 month ago

Panthers fire Frank Reich after 11 games and name Chris Tabor their interim head coach

Associated Press  

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Frank Reich era in Carolina is over after only 11 games. He is the seventh NFL head coach in the last six years to be fired during or after just one season, joining Lovie Smith, Nathaniel Hackett, David Culley, Urban Meyer, Freddie Kitchens and Steve Wilks. Reich is the Panthers’ third head coach fired during the …

Panthers fire Frank Reich after 11 games, shortest head-coaching tenure since 1978
1 year, 1 month ago

Panthers fire Frank Reich after 11 games, shortest head-coaching tenure since 1978

New York Times  

The Carolina Panthers have fired Frank Reich after 11 games, owner David Tepper announced Monday morning. Reich’s firing comes two weeks after he took over play-calling duties from offensive coordinator Thomas Brown — three games after delegating the responsibility to Brown in Week 8. The Panthers have been near the bottom in the league offensively, Young has struggled and the …

Panthers nab Bryce Young No. 1 with plans to win Super Bowls
1 year, 8 months ago

Panthers nab Bryce Young No. 1 with plans to win Super Bowls

Associated Press  

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Carolina Panthers are desperate to win some Super Bowls, and owner David Tepper believes Bryce Young is the best man to help them reach that goal. And we thought he has the best probability of winning Super Bowls.” Young knows there will be pressure on him to win, but that doesn’t seem to faze him. “Whenever …

AP source: Panthers owner, Jim Harbaugh discuss coaching job
2 years ago

AP source: Panthers owner, Jim Harbaugh discuss coaching job

Associated Press  

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper has talked to University of Michigan head football coach Jim Harbaugh about the team’s head coaching position, according to a person familiar with the situation. Carolina is required to interview at least two minority candidates in person, and those can’t come until after the wild-card weekend if those coaches are employed by …

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

Panthers’ win at Seattle a statement game for Steve Wilks, potential playoff run
2 years, 1 month 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 …

Panthers release Baker Mayfield at QB’s request: Sources
2 years, 1 month ago

Panthers release Baker Mayfield at QB’s request: Sources

New York Times  

The Carolina Panthers released quarterback Baker Mayfield on Monday. Here’s what you need to know: Mayfield, 27, requested his release and the Panthers agreed to it, league sources with direct knowledge of the situation confirmed to The Athletic. Baker Mayfield requested his release and Panthers agreed to it, per league sources. Darnold, drafted two picks behind Mayfield, joined Carolina last …

Panthers fire Matt Rhule after 1-4 start; Wilks takes over
2 years, 3 months ago

Panthers fire Matt Rhule after 1-4 start; Wilks takes over

Associated Press  

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper said he ran out of patience with Matt Rhule’s inability to get the franchise “over the hump.” Tepper fired his second coach in four years on Monday, dismissing Rhule five games into his third losing season. In all of those situations we spoke of, it hasn’t been that.” Two of Rhule’s longtime …

Panthers fire coach Matt Rhule; Baker Mayfield is expected to miss game vs. Rams
2 years, 3 months ago

Panthers fire coach Matt Rhule; Baker Mayfield is expected to miss game vs. Rams

LA Times  

Carolina Panthers coach Matt Rhule speaks during a news conference after their loss to the San Francisco 49ers in Charlotte, N.C. The Carolina Panthers fired coach Matt Rhule on Monday, ending the former Baylor coach’s tenure five games into his third losing season. The Panthers fell to 1-4 with Sunday’s 37-15 home loss to San Francisco as 49ers fans made …

With new play caller, Panthers look to run more vs. Falcons
3 years, 1 month 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 …

Panthers hope Newton can provide same jolt as a starter
3 years, 1 month ago

Panthers hope Newton can provide same jolt as a starter

Associated Press  

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Cam Newton proved he can provide the Carolina Panthers with a jolt off the bench playing in certain goal-line and short-yard packages. Panthers coach Matt Rhule hasn’t officially named a starting quarterback, but said Monday that Newton will get the majority of reps this week in practice. But Rhule made it clear after Carolina’s lopsided 34-10 win …

Bridgewater, Burris lead Panthers; Falcons fire Quinn
4 years, 2 months ago

Bridgewater, Burris lead Panthers; Falcons fire Quinn

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — The Carolina Panthers have managed just fine without Christian McCaffrey. Teddy Bridgewater threw for 313 yards and two touchdowns, Juston Burris made a huge interception in the end zone and Carolina held on Sunday for a 23-16 victory over the winless Falcons — the final blow to Quinn’s coaching tenure. “The first two weeks, we were just trying …

Carolina Panthers Coach Stays Positive in 'Less Than Ideal' Situation
4 years, 5 months ago

Carolina Panthers Coach Stays Positive in 'Less Than Ideal' Situation

News 18  

The Carolina Panthers have a new head coach, two new coordinators, a different starting quarterback and a roster with more turnover from last season than any team in the NFL. He’ll rely heavily on his coaching staff and the personnel department to help with roster decisions, but the obvious assumption is the Panthers would generally lean more toward proven players …

Carolina Panthers fire head coach Ron Rivera
5 years, 1 month ago

Carolina Panthers fire head coach Ron Rivera

Associated Press  

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Panthers owner David Tepper said he would have preferred to wait until after the season to make a coaching change. “I was informed of other teams doing different types of searches out there and I’m not going to start a search and not tell Ron Rivera,” Tepper said Tuesday. He’s a great human being and I’m not …

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