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Former Panthers WR Devin Funchess signs professional basketball contract

Former Carolina Panthers wide receiver Devin Funchess is now a professional basketball player. He recently spoke to Kassidy Hill of Panthers.com about signing a basketball contract with the Caribbean Storm Llaneros of the Professional Columbia Basketball League (Baloncesto Profesional Colombiano).

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A former NFL player has gone pro in Colombia, but not for playing football.

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NFL News / Panthers Wire / 4 hours ago

Former Panthers exec reportedly interviewing for job with Patriots on Wednesday

An integral piece to the previous regime of the Carolina Panthers may have a new opportunity ahead of him. According to ESPN senior NFL insider Adam Schefter, Samir Suleiman is interviewing with the New England Patriots for a football executive job on Wednesday.

Jonathon Brooks News / Panthers Wire / 24 minutes ago

Jonathon Brooks named amongst 2024 NFL draft's best scheme fits

There has to be a multitude of reasons as to why Jonathon Brooks was the first running back to come off the board in the 2024 draft. But one of the most influential probably has to do with his fit on the Carolina Panthers.

NFL News / Yardbarker / 7 minutes ago

NFC South check-in: Most, least improved position group post-draft

Let's take inventory of the NFC South before offseason workout programs heat up.

NFC North check-in: Most, least improved position groups post-draft

NFC West check-in: Most, least improved position groups post-draft

NFC East check-in: Most, least improved position groups post-draft

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Carolina Panthers News / Panthers Wire / 45 minutes ago

NFL personnel evaluator compares Panthers' Xavier Legette to DK Metcalf

Given his somewhat unique athletic profile and his sample size of top-end production, Xavier Legette isn’t an easy prospect to find a comparison for. But there is a name that keeps making some rounds for the Carolina Panthers’ 2024 first-round pick.

Carolina Panthers News / A to Z Sports / 6 minutes ago

Carolina Panthers fans get added excitement regarding 2024 rookie class

It is almost time for the Carolina Panthers to get the first look at its 2024 rookie class. Rookie minicamp is set to begin on May 10, meaning the Panthers' draft selections and undrafted free agent signings are getting their first NFL numbers. Other than wide receiver Xavier Legette, no Panthers rookie is locked into a number.

NFL News / Yardbarker / 24 minutes ago

Buccaneers' Todd Bowles addresses QB Baker Mayfield losing OC

Buccaneers HC Todd Bowles addresses QB Baker Mayfield losing his OC

Tampa Bay Buccaneers HC Todd Bowles has no concerns about QB Baker Mayfield adjusting to a new offensive coordinator.

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Xavier Legette News / Panthers Wire / 7 hours ago

Cam Newton comes up with nickname for Panthers 1st-round pick Xavier Legette

Touchdown balls weren’t the only thing that Cam Newton used to hand out to his teammates. The Carolina Panthers great and former Most Valuable Player was also quite good at coming up with nicknames for his old pals.

Jonathon Brooks News / A to Z Sports / 11 hours ago

Jonathon Brooks is exactly what the Panthers were hoping for after selecting him in the second round

When the Carolina Panthers selected running back Jonathon Brooks in the second round, the franchise said it expected him to be a difference-maker. Several pundits were worried about the selection because Brooks is returning from a torn ACL.

Carolina Panthers News / A to Z Sports / 20 hours ago

Former Panthers QB claims Bryce Young will be successful in 2024 for compelling reason

NFL pundits didn't love the Carolina Panthers selecting Texas running back Jonathon Brooks in the second round. However, the Panthers believe adding Brooks' versatility will make life easier for second-year quarterback Bryce Young.

NFL News / Yardbarker / 21 minutes ago

Three offseason moves the Bills must make

It’s unlikely that the Bills can pull off any blockbuster deals this offseason since they have the third-fewest cap space in the NFL, but here are three moves they should make to shore up their roster.

Bills executive turns down Patriots' interview request

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Stephon Gilmore News / Last Word On Sports / 15 hours ago

2-Time All-Pro, Panthers Not Close In Contract Talks, Could Sign Elsewhere

Two-time All-Pro and former Defensive Player of the Year Stephon Gilmore is arguably the best player left on the free agent market. While he’s no longer the elite lockdown cornerback from the late 2010’s, the 33-year-old remains one of the better starting cornerbacks in the league.

Miles Sanders News / NFL Analysis Network / 16 hours ago

Former Pro Bowl RB Named Surprise Cut Candidate For Panthers

The Carolina Panthers signed running back Miles Sanders to a four-year, $25.4 million deal last offseason with the hope of solidifying their backfield.

Carolina Panthers News / Last Word On Sports / 19 hours ago

This NFC Team is on the Rise After Big Off-Season

The NFL is full of parody. Teams can go from worst to first in their division in just one season. After having a big off-season, this NFC team is on the rise.

Rashaad Penny News / Larry Brown Sports / May 7

Panthers signing ex-Seahawks rushing leader to deal

The Panthers recently hired a former Seahawks coach in Dave Canales, and now they are bringing in a former Seahawks rushing leader as well.

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Rashaad Penny News / Pro Football Rumors / May 6

Panthers plan to sign former first-round pick

Another addition to Carolina’s backfield appears to be on the way.

Report: Panthers not close to deal with five-time Pro Bowl CB

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Carolina Panthers News / FanNation All Panthers / May 6

Panthers 53-Man Roster Projection Following the Draft

Much of Carolina's roster is in place for the 2024 season and the countdown to 53 officially begins in a little over two months. With the draft and most free agency moves in the books, I decided to go ahead and release my first 53-man roster projection for this season.

Carolina Panthers News / Last Word On Sports / May 6

Former NFL Executive Expects This Panthers Rookie To Dominate In Year 1

Carolina Panthers first-round pick Xavier Legette is one of the biggest high-risk, high-reward prospects from the stacked 2024 class of wide receivers.

Carolina Panthers News / Field Level Media / May 6

Report: Panthers to sign RB Rashaad Penny

The Carolina Panthers are expected to sign running back Rashaad Penny in the coming days, ESPN reported Monday. Penny, 28, is expected to sign after the Panthers' rookie minicamp, which ends Sunday.

Diontae Johnson News / Last Word On Sports / 9 hours ago

Diontae Johnson trade continues to look worse for Steelers

When it was reported back in March the Pittsburgh Steelers traded wide receiver Diontae Johnson to the Carolina Panthers, it was a puzzling move.

Former Steeler says Mike Tomlin is 'on the hot seat'

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Stephon Gilmore News / Pro Football Rumors / 12 hours ago

Report: Panthers not close to deal with five-time Pro Bowl CB

It sounds like the sides may have reached a stalemate.

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Carolina Panthers News / FirstSportz / May 6

'That’s how you lose a fan base': Cam Newton cautions Panthers owner David Tepper to learn to take criticism from fans better

It’s hard to be a fan of the Carolina Panthers, that is the unfortunate truth. It has been a long time since the team was last relevant and considered a serious threat in the NFL.