D.J. Moore
Miami Dolphins outside linebacker Duke Riley (45) grabs Carolina Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey (22) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 28, 2021, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)
QB Newton experiencing trials of playing behind shaky O-line

By Steve Reed Nov. 29, 2021 01:01 PM EST

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) passes against the San Francisco 49ers during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Monday, Nov. 15, 2021. (AP Photo/Tony Avelar)
FANTASY PLAYS: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 12

By Brandon Gdula Nov. 24, 2021 05:18 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

Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton celebrates after scoring during the first half of an NFL football game against the Washington Football Team Sunday, Nov. 21, 2021, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Rusty Jones)
Newton stays positive after loss on 'resurrection day'

By Steve Reed Nov. 21, 2021 07:31 PM EST

Washington Football Team quarterback Taylor Heinicke celebrates a touchdown by running back Antonio Gibson during the second half of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Mark Tenally)
Coach Ron Rivera prepares to face his former QB Cam Newton

By Steve Reed Nov. 18, 2021 01:28 PM EST

Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton celebrates after a Panthers touchdown against the Arizona Cardinals during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ralph Freso)
FANTASY PLAYS: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 11

By Brandon Gdula Nov. 18, 2021 12:46 PM EST

Indianapolis Colts' Jonathan Taylor (28) runs past New York Jets' C.J. Mosley (57) during the second half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Nov. 4, 2021, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
FANTASY PLAYS: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 10

By Brandon Gdula Nov. 11, 2021 01:40 PM EST

FILE - Carolina Panthers' Cam Newton (1) celebrates a touchdown against the San Francisco 49ers in the second half of an NFL football game in Charlotte, N.C., Sunday, Sept. 18, 2016. According to a person with knowledge of the situation, the Carolina Panthers have agreed to a one-year contact to bring quarterback Cam Newton back to the franchise that drafted him No. 1 overall in 2011. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Thursday, Nov. 11, 2021, because the deal has not been announced by the team. (AP Photo/Mike McCarn, File)
Superman II: Panthers bring QB Cam Newton back home

By Steve Reed Nov. 11, 2021 12:13 PM EST

Carolina Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey is tackled by New England Patriots outside linebacker Dont'a Hightower during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 7, 2021, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Jacob Kupferman)
Darnold's long-, short-term future with Panthers in doubt

By Steve Reed Nov. 07, 2021 07:31 PM EST

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) warms up prior to an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills, Sunday, Oct. 31, 2021, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/Adrian Kraus)
FANTASY PLAYS: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 9

By Brandon Gdula Nov. 04, 2021 01:26 PM EDT

A fan dressed in a Halloween watches teams warm up before the first half of an NFL football game between the Atlanta Falcons and the Carolina Panthers, Sunday, Oct. 31, 2021, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)
Carolina Panthers at Atlanta Falcons 10/31/2021

Oct. 31, 2021 12:23 PM EDT

Carolina Panthers defensive end Brian Burns reacts during the second half of an NFL football game against the New York Giants, Sunday, Oct. 24, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. The Giants won 25-3. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
Falcons look for 3rd straight win vs struggling Panthers

By The Associated Press Oct. 28, 2021 01:15 PM EDT

New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) catches a pass in front of Carolina Panthers' Sean Chandler (34) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 24, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
FANTASY PLAYS: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 8

By Brandon Gdula Oct. 28, 2021 01:07 PM EDT

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

Carolina Panthers kicker Zane Gonzalez (5) kicks a field goal during the first half of an NFL football game against the New York Giants, Sunday, Oct. 24, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
Carolina Panthers at New York Giants 10/24/2021

Oct. 24, 2021 01:35 PM EDT

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins (10) celebrates after scoring a 9-yard touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns, Sunday, Oct. 17, 2021, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)
Bengals in the mix in tough AFC North? Right now, they are

By Barry Wilner Oct. 21, 2021 11:42 PM EDT

Carolina Panthers wide receiver Robby Anderson (11) makes a touchdown catch against the Minnesota Vikings during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 17, 2021, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Jacob Kupferman)
Panthers' Anderson struggling since contact extension

By Steve Reed Oct. 21, 2021 02:22 PM EDT

Minnesota Vikings outside linebacker Anthony Barr (55) pressures Carolina Panthers quarterback Sam Darnold (14) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 17, 2021, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)
Panthers and Giants meet in game between struggling teams

By The Associated Press Oct. 21, 2021 12:40 PM EDT

Tennessee Titans quarterback Ryan Tannehill (17) is congratulated by A.J. Brown (11) after Tannehill scored a touchdown on a 4-yard run against the Buffalo Bills in the first half of an NFL football game Monday, Oct. 18, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Zaleski)
FANTASY PLAYS: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 7

By Brandon Gdula Oct. 21, 2021 12:38 PM EDT

Minnesota Vikings cornerback Patrick Peterson (7) reacts after breaking up a pass during the second half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions, Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
Vikings CB Peterson injures hamstring, out at least 3 games

Oct. 18, 2021 03:47 PM EDT