Kawann Short
New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara (41) and fullback Ricky Ortiz (30) celebrate Kamara's touchdown against the Carolina Panthers during the first half of an NFL football game in Charlotte, N.C., Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019. (AP Photo/Brian Blanco)
Saints finish 13-3 but miss out on first-round bye

By Steve Reed Dec. 29, 2019 04:59 PM EST

Carolina Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey (22) is tackled by Seattle Seahawks middle linebacker Bobby Wagner (54) and outside linebacker K.J. Wright (50) during the first half of an NFL football game in Charlotte, N.C., Sunday, Dec. 15, 2019. (AP Photo/Mike McCarn)
Panthers considering starting rookie QB Grier against Colts

By Steve Reed Dec. 16, 2019 03:20 PM EST

El quarterback de las Panteras de Carolina Cam Newton sale del campo tras la derrota 20-14 ante los Buccaneers de Tampa Bay en el duelo de la semana dos del 13 de septiembre del 2019. (AP Photo/Mike McCarn, File)
Interim coach Fewell to lead Panthers against Falcons

By Charles Odum Dec. 05, 2019 01:04 PM EST

Washington Redskins running back Derrius Guice (29) runs against Carolina Panthers outside linebacker Shaq Thompson (54) during the second half of an NFL football game in Charlotte, N.C., Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019. (AP Photo/Brian Blanco)
Run defense continues to haunt Rivera’s struggling Panthers

By Steve Reed Dec. 02, 2019 04:46 PM EST

Carolina Panthers quarterback Kyle Allen (7) hands off to running back Christian McCaffrey (22) during the second half of an NFL football game in Charlotte, N.C., Sunday, Oct. 6, 2019. (AP Photo/Mike McCarn)
Bonnafon could help ease McCaffrey's workload in Carolina

By Steve Reed Oct. 07, 2019 04:24 PM EDT

Carolina Panthers quarterback Kyle Allen (7) celebrates his touchdown pass against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 22, 2019, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
Panthers QB Cam Newton remains out for third straight week

Oct. 04, 2019 03:58 PM EDT

Panthers lose DL Short for the season to shoulder injury

Oct. 02, 2019 12:16 AM EDT
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Panthers two-time Pro Bowl defensive lineman Kawann Short will miss the remainder of the season after being placed on injured reserve with a...

FILE - In this Thursday, Sept. 19, 2019, file photo, Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Jalen Ramsey covers a Tennessee Titans player during the first half of an NFL football game in Jacksonville, Fla. The Jaguars have no idea what's next for disgruntled cornerback Jalen Ramsey. If the past is any indication, it's sure to include something out of the ordinary.(AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton, File)
Jalen Ramsey inactive for 1st time in career for Jaguars

By The Associated Press Sep. 29, 2019 12:18 PM EDT

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) is sacked by Carolina Panthers linebacker Christian Miller (50) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 22, 2019, in Glendale, Ariz. The Panthers won 38-20. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
Panthers rediscovering pass rush after offseason of change

By Steve Reed Sep. 25, 2019 05:04 PM EDT

Carolina Panthers quarterback Kyle Allen, rear, begins to celebrate as running back Christian McCaffrey (22) breaks free for a 76-yard touchdown run against the Arizona Cardinals during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 22, 2019, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Allen's strong showing gives Panthers chance to rest Newton

By Steve Reed Sep. 23, 2019 03:33 PM EDT

Philadelphia Eagles' Alshon Jeffery, left, celebrates with Jason Kelce after scoring a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the Washington Redskins, Sunday, Sept. 8, 2019, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Panthers' Newton inactive against Cardinals

By The Associated Press Sep. 22, 2019 12:22 PM EDT

Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) looks to pass against the Los Angeles Rams during the first half an NFL football game in Charlotte, N.C., Sunday, Sept. 8, 2019. (AP Photo/Mike McCarn)
Panthers QB Newton ruled out for Sunday's game vs Arizona

By Steve Reed Sep. 20, 2019 03:02 PM EDT

FILE - In this Aug. 29, 2019, file photo, Carolina Panthers quarterback Kyle Allen (7) passes against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the first half of an NFL preseason football game in Charlotte, N.C. With Cam Newton reaggravating his foot, the team is looking at the possibility of starting Kyle Allen on Sunday against Arizona, the first of four road games in the next five. Allen has just one career start. (AP Photo/Mike McCarn, File)
Newton misses 2nd straight day of practice with foot injury

By Steve Reed Sep. 18, 2019 12:47 PM EDT

Carolina Panthers' Brian Burns (53) runs a drill during practice at the NFL football team's training camp in Spartanburg, S.C., Monday, July 29, 2019. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)
Panthers hope Burns turns into their newest 'superhero'

By Steve Reed Aug. 11, 2019 07:19 PM EDT

Carolina Panthers' Brian Burns (53) runs a drill during practice at the NFL football team's training camp in Spartanburg, S.C., Sunday, July 28, 2019. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)
Panthers hope rookie Brian Burns will excel in 3-4 defense

By Steve Reed Jul. 28, 2019 02:54 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sept. 18, 2018, gilr photo, Tampa Bay Buccaneers' Gerald McCoy speaks during an announcement of the NFL football team's social justice initiative at the Tampa Police Department Training Academy in Tampa, Fla. The Buccaneers are moving on from Gerald McCoy. The team released the six-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle, describing the move as a mutual agreement after nine seasons. (Monica Herndon/Tampa Bay Times via AP, File)
Panthers add All-Pro Gerald McCoy to bolster D-line

By Steve Reed Jun. 04, 2019 02:15 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sept. 18, 2018, gilr photo, Tampa Bay Buccaneers' Gerald McCoy speaks during an announcement of the NFL football team's social justice initiative at the Tampa Police Department Training Academy in Tampa, Fla. The Buccaneers are moving on from Gerald McCoy. The team released the six-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle, describing the move as a mutual agreement after nine seasons. (Monica Herndon/Tampa Bay Times via AP, File)
AP Source: Panthers agree to terms with DT Gerald McCoy

By Steve Reed Jun. 03, 2019 07:38 PM EDT

Carolina Panthers NFL football defensive rookie Brian Burns warms up before practice Monday, June 3, 2019, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Jason E. Miczek)
Rivera says Panthers adding versatility to defensive scheme

By Steve Reed Jun. 03, 2019 04:13 PM EDT

Carolina Panthers Cam Newton dances in the outfield during his charity kickball tournament in Charlotte, N.C., Friday, May 10, 2019. Both Panthers QBs will be action Friday. Meanwhile rookie draft pick QB Will Grier was throwing footballs for the first time as Carolina opens rookie minicamp on the team's practice fields outside the stadium. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)
Panthers QBs: Grier starts throwing, Newton still waiting

By Steve Reed May. 10, 2019 06:54 PM EDT

FILE - In this Jan. 1, 2017, file photo, Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive tackle Donovan Smith (76) blocks between Carolina Panthers defensive tackle Kawann Short (99) and defensive end Mario Addison (97) during the second half of an NFL football game in Tampa, Fla. The Buccaneers have re-signed Smith to a three-year, $41.25 million contract, the team announced Tuesday, March 5, 2019. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack, File)
Panthers-Buccaneers 1/1/2017

Apr. 11, 2019 08:52 AM EDT