STEVE REED
Carolina Panthers quarterback Sam Darnold (14) throws a pass as quarterback PJ Walker (6) looks on during NFL football practice in Charlotte, N.C., Tuesday, June 15, 2021. (AP Photo/Nell Redmond)
Anderson: QB Sam Darnold has different 'aura' in Carolina

By Steve Reed Jun. 15, 2021 11:23 AM EDT
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Carolina Panthers wide receiver Robby Anderson couldn’t

Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper and his wife Nicole joke with the media after announcing a donation to Miracle Park on Tuesday, June 8, 2021, in Rock Hill, S.C. Miracle Park, an inclusive place in Rock Hill where people with all different abilities can participate in a full-range of sports. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)
Panthers owner: 'No way' I'd build domed stadium post-COVID

By Steve Reed Jun. 08, 2021 03:40 PM EDT
ROCK HILL, S.C. (AP) — Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper said he's no longer

Carolina Panthers linebacker Jeremy Chinn runs a drill during NFL football practice in Charlotte, N.C., Wednesday, June 2, 2021. (AP Photo/Nell Redmond)
Panthers moving rookie standout Jeremy Chinn to safety

By Steve Reed Jun. 02, 2021 05:11 PM EDT
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Panthers plan to move Jeremy Chinn to safety, one

Carolina Panthers quarterback Sam Darnold (14) fists bumps the wide receivers prior to a series of drills during the team's NFL football practice on Tuesday, May 25, 2021 in Charlotte, N.C. (Jeff SIner/The Charlotte Observer via AP)
QB Sam Darnold starts over fresh with Panthers offense

By Steve Reed May. 25, 2021 06:45 PM EDT
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Sam Darnold's life is in full transition mode.

Panthers' 1st-round pick honors Kobe Bryant by wearing No. 8

By Steve Reed May. 15, 2021 02:02 PM EDT
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — When Carolina Panthers first-round draft pick Jaycee

Rhule 'disappointed' Bridgewater wasn't happy with practice

By Steve Reed May. 12, 2021 10:58 PM EDT
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Matt Rhule feels good about the way the Panthers

FILE - BYU offensive lineman Brady Christensen runs down field during the school's Pro Day football workout for NFL scouts in Provo, Utah, in this Friday, March 26, 2021, file photo. The Panthers are hoping 24-year Brady Christensen came help solidify the left tackle position that has been a revolving door ever since Jordan Gross retired nearly a decade ago. The third-round pick from BYU is looking to do the same. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer, File)
Panthers hope Christensen finally fills void at left tackle

By Steve Reed May. 04, 2021 12:28 PM EDT
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Panthers have been looking for a player who

FILE - In this Oct. 10, 2020, file photo, South Carolina defensive back Jaycee Horn plays against Vanderbilt in the second half of an NCAA college football game in Nashville, Tenn. The Arizona Cardinals pick at No. 16 in the upcoming NFL draft and seem likely to target a defensive player, particularly a cornerback. There could be several opportunities to add one depending on how the picks shake out: Alabama's Patrick Surtain II, South Carolina's Horn and Virginia Tech's Caleb Farley. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey, File)
NFL draft reinforces Panthers commitment to QB Sam Darnold

By Steve Reed May. 01, 2021 07:42 PM EDT
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The NFL draft weekend certainly proved one thing for the

FILE - In this Saturday, Oct. 24, 2020 file photo, LSU wide receiver Terrace Marshall Jr. (6) runs the ball for a touchdown against South Carolina during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Baton Rouge, La. Baltimore ranked last in the NFL averaging 171.2 yards passing per game and had the fewest pass attempts with 406 last season. That’s partly because the running game was so proficient behind quarterback Lamar Jackson, the catalyst for the league’s No. 1 rushing attack (191.9 yards per game) for the second straight season.(AP Photo/Brett Duke, File)
Panthers make 4 trades, add 3 offensive players in NFL draft

By Steve Reed Apr. 30, 2021 09:38 PM EDT
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Panthers turned to their offense on Day 2

FILE - In this Jan. 3, 2021, file photo, New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold rolls out to pass against the New England Patriots during the first half of an NFL football game in Foxborough, Mass. The Jets will get back on the rookie quarterback roller coaster three years after trading up to take Darnold with the third pick. With New York holding the second selection in a quarterback-heavy draft, general manager Joe Douglas dealt Darnold to Carolina and now has his eyes on another potential franchise QB. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa, File)
Darnold to make $18.9 million after Panthers pick up option

By Steve Reed Apr. 30, 2021 11:00 AM EDT
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Panthers upped their commitment to Sam

FILE - In this Oct. 10, 2020, file photo, South Carolina defensive back Jaycee Horn plays against Vanderbilt in the second half of an NCAA college football game in Nashville, Tenn. The Arizona Cardinals pick at No. 16 in the upcoming NFL draft and seem likely to target a defensive player, particularly a cornerback. There could be several opportunities to add one depending on how the picks shake out: Alabama's Patrick Surtain II, South Carolina's Horn and Virginia Tech's Caleb Farley. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey, File)
Panthers select CB Horn with No. 8 pick in the NFL draft

By Steve Reed Apr. 29, 2021 09:37 PM EDT
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Panthers wanted to add size at the

AP source: Panthers pick up 5th-year option on DJ Moore

By Steve Reed Apr. 29, 2021 10:18 AM EDT
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Panthers are picking up the fifth-year

FILE - In this Sept. 21, 2019, file photo, Oregon offensive linemen Shane Lemieux (68) and Penei Sewell, right, block for quarterback Justin Herbert (10) against Stanford during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Stanford, Calif. The acquisition of Sam Darnold via trade earlier this month has given the Carolina Panthers more options with the No. 8 pick in the NFL draft. Carolina's most pressing need entering the draft is at left tackle, a position they have failed to solidify over the last seven seasons. That means 6-foot-6, 330-pound Sewell and 6-foot-3, 305-pound Rashawn Slater from Northwestern could be in play if either is around at No. 8. (AP Photo/Tony Avelar, File)
Panthers have options at No. 8 pick, including trading down

By Steve Reed Apr. 23, 2021 03:09 PM EDT
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The acquisition of Sam Darnold earlier this month has

FILE - In this Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, file photo New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold warms up before the NFL football game against the New England Patriots in Foxborough, Mass. The New York Jets traded Darnold Monday, April 5, 2021, to the Carolina Panthers, ending a stint that was marked by a few flashes of brilliance, inconsistent play, and unfortunate injuries. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa, File)
QB Sam Darnold excited to be where he's 'wanted' in Carolina

By Steve Reed Apr. 12, 2021 04:03 PM EDT
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — When Sam Darnold came to the Jets as the No. 3 overall

Panthers focus on rebuilding up front as QB decision awaits

By Steve Reed Mar. 24, 2021 04:50 PM EDT
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Panthers coach Matt Rhule and new general manager Scott

Panthers agree to terms with free agent WR Moore, CB Melvin

By Steve Reed Mar. 18, 2021 11:06 PM EDT
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Panthers didn’t waste any time finding a replacement

AP source: Panthers bolster defense on Day 1 of free agency

By Steve Reed Mar. 17, 2021 07:55 PM EDT
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Panthers shifted their focus to upgrading

AP Sources: Panthers agree to terms with OL Elflein, Erving

By Steve Reed Mar. 15, 2021 08:16 PM EDT
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Panthers addressed their offensive line of

AP source: Panthers re-sign WRs Zylstra, Kirkwood

By Steve Reed Feb. 22, 2021 05:03 PM EST
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Panthers have agreed to one-year contracts

FILE - Carolina Panthers punter Michael Palardy (5) kicks against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first half of an NFL football game in Charlotte, N.C., in this Sunday, Oct. 6, 2019, file photo. The Carolina Panthers are releasing veteran safety Tre Boston, defensive end Stephen Weatherly and punter Michael Palardy in a salary-cap, cost-cutting move, a person familiar with the situation told The Associated Press. The person spoke on condition of anonymity Friday, Feb. 19, 2021, because the moves have not been announced. (AP Photo/Brian Blanco, File)
AP source: Panthers cut Boston, 2 others to save cap space

By Steve Reed Feb. 19, 2021 11:57 AM EST
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Panthers are releasing veteran safety Tre