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Carolina Panthers running back Chuba Hubbard (30) hangs onto the ball as Tampa Bay Buccaneers safety Mike Edwards (32) makes the stop during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 23, 2022, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Rusty Jones)
After trade, Panthers creating new offensive identity

By Steve Reed Oct. 26, 2022 04:44 PM EDT

Carolina Panthers quarterback Sam Darnold (14) greets teammates running back John Lovett (37) and running back Christian McCaffrey (22) during an NFL football joint practice with the New England Patriots, Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2022, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)
Panthers hope McCaffrey's return, Mayfield bolster offense

By The Associated Press Aug. 24, 2022 06:29 PM EDT

Carolina Panthers wide receiver D.J. Moore is tackled by Atlanta Falcons cornerback Darren Hall during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 12, 2021, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Jacob Kupferman)
Huge draft day decision on horizon for Panthers: QB or OT?

By Steve Reed Dec. 13, 2021 01:06 PM EST

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) aims a pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers, Sunday, Nov. 28, 2021, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)
Carolina Panthers at Miami Dolphins 11/28/2021

Nov. 28, 2021 01:17 PM EST

Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton passes against the Washington Football Team during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 21, 2021, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Jacob Kupferman)
Panthers' Newton was 'good,' but needs to finish close games

By Steve Reed Nov. 22, 2021 02:50 PM EST

Arizona Cardinals cornerback Antonio Hamilton (33) celebrates with safety Budda Baker (3) and teammates after Baker intercepted a pass by San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Nov. 7, 2021. (AP Photo/Jed Jacobsohn)
NFL-best Cardinals continue to evolve, prepare for Panthers

By David Brandt Nov. 11, 2021 06:13 PM EST

Carolina Panthers quarterback Sam Darnold, center, watches his team play during the second half of an NFL football game against the New York Giants, Sunday, Oct. 24, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
Darnold's struggles could spur interest in Watson trade

By Steve Reed Oct. 25, 2021 01:16 PM EDT

Minnesota Vikings running back Alexander Mattison (25) tries to break a tackle by Detroit Lions inside linebacker Derrick Barnes (55) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
Panthers, Vikings look to solve 2nd-half lulls on offense

By Steve Reed Oct. 14, 2021 02:11 PM EDT

Detroit Lions outside linebacker Charles Harris (53) pressures Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
Vikings expected to bring pressure vs. Panthers QB Darnold

By The Associated Press Oct. 14, 2021 11:57 AM EDT

Carolina Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey watches play from the sideline against the Dallas Cowboys in the first half of a NFL football game in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth)
Panthers' Rhule: McCaffrey '50-50' for Sunday vs. Vikings

By Steve Reed Oct. 13, 2021 05:04 PM EDT

Carolina Panthers running back Chuba Hubbard is tackled by Philadelphia Eagles safety Marcus Epps during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Nell Redmond)
Time long overdue for Panthers to invest in offensive line

By Steve Reed Oct. 11, 2021 03:30 PM EDT

Carolina Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey watches play from the sideline against the Dallas Cowboys in the first half of a NFL football game in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth)
Panthers' McCaffrey doubtful for Sunday's game vs Eagles

By The Associated Press Oct. 08, 2021 02:23 PM EDT

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott drops back to pass in the first half of a NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021. (AP Photo/Ron Jenkins)
Carolina Panthers at Dallas Cowboys 10/3/2021

Oct. 03, 2021 01:17 PM EDT

Carolina Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey (22) catches a pass as Houston Texans cornerback Vernon Hargreaves III (26) tackles him during the first half of an NFL football game Thursday, Sept. 23, 2021, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)
Injuries to McCaffrey, Horn sour Panthers' 3-0 start

By Steve Reed Sep. 24, 2021 11:32 AM EDT

New Orleans Saints quarterback Jameis Winston (2) calls signals during the first half of an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers, Sunday, Sept. 12, 2021, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton)
Winston, Saints look to build on momentum vs. Panthers

By The Associated Press Sep. 16, 2021 01:22 PM EDT

Carolina Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey wipes his faces during warm ups before a preseason NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers Friday, Aug. 27, 2021, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Jacob Kupferman)
Panthers feel QB Sam Darnold will 'benefit from a reset'

By Steve Reed Sep. 01, 2021 02:59 PM EDT

Panthers' Darnold has playmakers if O-line can protect him

By The Associated Press Sep. 01, 2021 01:51 PM EDT
CAROLINA PANTHERS (5-11) New faces: QB Sam Darnold, WR Terrace Marshall Jr., TE Dan Arnold, OT Cam Erving, G Pat Elflin, WR David Moore, DE...

In this Thursday, July 29, 2021, photo, Carolina Panthers wide receiver Keith Kirkwood runs after a catch during practice at the NFL football team's training camp in Spartanburg, S.C. Kirkwood was hit in the neck area during practice Tuesday, Aug. 3, 2021, and was placed on a board and taken away in an ambulance. (AP Photo/Nell Redmond)
Panthers receiver carted off; player who hit him is cut

By Steve Reed Aug. 03, 2021 10:37 AM EDT

Minnesota Vikings tackle Brian O'Neill works a drill during NFL football training camp Friday, July 30, 2021, in Eagan, Minn. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
O'Neill, now leader of Vikes line, on track for big new deal

By Dave Campbell Jul. 30, 2021 08:22 PM EDT

Carolina Panthers defensive end Brian Burns adjusts his helmet during practice at the NFL football team's training camp in Spartanburg, S.C., Thursday, July 29, 2021. (AP Photo/Nell Redmond)
Panthers expecting great things from 'different breed' Burns

By Steve Reed Jul. 29, 2021 12:51 PM EDT