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FILE - In this Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, file photo New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold warms up before an 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/Stew Milne, File)
See ya Sam: Jets trade Darnold to Panthers for 3 draft picks

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Apr. 05, 2021 04:21 PM EDT

Carolina Panthers quarterback Teddy Bridgewater (5) moves around the reach of Washington Football Team defensive tackle Jonathan Allen (93) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)
Panthers next GM will have decision to make at quarterback

By Steve Reed Jan. 04, 2021 02:09 PM EST

New Orleans Saints tight end Jared Cook scores between Carolina Panthers strong safety Juston Burris, left, and cornerback Donte Jackson during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Brian Blanco)
New Orleans Saints at Carolina Panthers 1/3/2021

Jan. 03, 2021 05:14 PM EST

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Isaiah McKenzie (19) celebrates with teammates after running in for a touchdown in the first half of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/John Munson)
The Latest: Henry runs for 2k, Titans' doink wins AFC South

By The Associated Press Jan. 03, 2021 12:16 PM EST

Carolina Panthers quarterback P.J. Walker (6) warms up before the start of an NFL football game against the Washington Football Team, Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Mark Tenally)
Carolina Panthers at Washington Football Team 12/27/2020

Dec. 27, 2020 02:40 PM EST

Carolina Panthers quarterback Teddy Bridgewater throws a pass over Minnesota Vikings defensive end Jalyn Holmes (90) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020, in Minneapolis. The Vikings won 28-27. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
Panthers coaching staff deserves blame after loss to Vikings

By Steve Reed Nov. 30, 2020 02:06 PM EST

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) throws against the Kansas City Chiefs during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Isaac Brekken)
Derek Carr is the king of the audacious audibles in 2020

By Arnie Stapleton Nov. 24, 2020 02:56 AM EST

Carolina Panthers strong safety Juston Burris celebrates after tackling Detroit Lions running back Kerryon Johnson during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Brian Blanco)
On Football: About those rising NFL teams, never mind.

By Barry Wilner Nov. 23, 2020 05:12 AM EST

Cleveland Browns linebacker Sione Takitaki celebrates after running for a 50-yard interception return touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)
NFL Today, Week 11

By The Associated Press Nov. 22, 2020 09:17 PM EST

Carolina Panthers strong safety Juston Burris breaks up a pass intended for Detroit Lions wide receiver Jamal Agnew during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Gerry Broome)
Latest loss puts Lions coach Patricia back on hot seat

By Steve Reed Nov. 22, 2020 06:58 PM EST

Carolina Panthers wide receiver D.J. Moore is tackled by Detroit Lions strong safety Duron Harmon during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Gerry Broome)
Walker wins first NFL start as Panthers blank Lions 20-0

By Steve Reed Nov. 22, 2020 04:20 PM EST

Carolina Panthers wide receiver D.J. Moore catches a pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Gerry Broome)
Detroit Lions at Carolina Panthers 11/22/2020

Nov. 22, 2020 01:30 PM EST

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Adam Thielen (19) catches a 2-yard touchdown pass ahead of Dallas Cowboys cornerback Anthony Brown (30) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)
The Latest: Cowboys win, NFC East teams all have 3 wins

By The Associated Press Nov. 22, 2020 12:55 PM EST

Carolina Panthers quarterback Teddy Bridgewater (5) walks off the field after being injured on a sack against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Brian Blanco)
Stafford, Bridgewater both questionable for Lions-Panthers

Nov. 20, 2020 06:06 PM EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers outside linebacker Jason Pierre-Paul, left, celebrates his sack of Carolina Panthers quarterback Teddy Bridgewater, right, during fourth-quarter NFL football game action in Charlotte, N.C., Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020. (Jeff Siner/The Charlotte Observer via AP)
Lions, Stafford hope to take advantage of favorable schedule

By Steve Reed Nov. 19, 2020 07:49 PM EST

Carolina Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey (22) celebrates after scoring against the Kansas City Chiefs during the second half of an NFL football game in Kansas City, Mo., Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)
Panthers say McCaffrey not expected to play against Lions

Nov. 18, 2020 01:49 PM EST

NFL Today, Week 10

By The Associated Press Nov. 15, 2020 09:26 PM EST
SCOREBOARD Monday, Nov. 16 Minnesota at Chicago, 8:15 p.m. EST, ESPN — The Bears try to stop a three-game losing streak...

Los Angeles Rams offensive tackle Andrew Whitworth reacts as he leave the game with an injury during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
Whitworth carted off field; Brees sidelined with rib injury

By The Associated Press Nov. 15, 2020 07:02 PM EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) runs out of the pocket against Carolina Panthers defensive end Brian Burns (53) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Charlotte , N.C. (AP Photo/Gerry Broome)
Brady, Buccaneers bounce back with 46-23 win over Panthers

By Steve Reed Nov. 15, 2020 04:26 PM EST

Fans sit in the stands before the first half of an NFL football game between the Carolina Panthers and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Charlotte , N.C. (AP Photo/Gerry Broome)
Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Carolina Panthers 11/15/2020

Nov. 15, 2020 11:26 AM EST