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Panthers pick up 5th-year option on Brian Burns' contract

Apr. 29, 2022 04:34 PM EDT
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Panthers have picked up the fifth-year option on Pro Bowl defensive end Brian Burns’ contract, keeping him with the team at least...

FILE -Carolina Panthers defensive end Brian Burns reacts after a sack against the New Orleans Saints during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 19, 2021, in Charlotte, N.C. The Carolina Panthers have picked up the fifth-year option on Pro Bowl defensive end Brian Burns’ contract, keeping him with the team at least through the 2023 season. (AP Photo/Jacob Kupferman, File)
New Orleans Saints at Carolina Panthers 9/19/2021

Apr. 29, 2022 03:47 PM EDT

FILE - Pittsburgh quarterback Kenny Pickett throws during the NFL football scouting combine, Thursday, March 3, 2022, in Indianapolis. Franchises still searching for a prized quarterback won't find much star power in this year's crop of college QBs. Still, there's potential upgrades to be had in the likes of Temple's Malik Willis and Pitt's Kenny Pickett. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings, File)
Panthers would feel 'comfortable' taking at QB at No. 6

By Steve Reed Apr. 26, 2022 03:46 PM EDT

FILE - Carolina Panthers quarterback Sam Darnold (14) throws a pass against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Tampa, Fla. or now, Sam Darnold and P.J. Walker are the only quarterbacks on the roster, although that figures to change before the season begins. (AP Photo/Mark LoMoglio, File)
Panthers enter draft still searching for a franchise QB

By Steve Reed Apr. 22, 2022 05:41 PM EDT

Carolina Panthers head coach Matt Rhule calls out from the bench in the first half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints in New Orleans, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022. (AP Photo/Derick Hingle)
Panthers fire 3 coaches, including special teams coordinator

By Steve Reed Jan. 11, 2022 12:26 PM EST

Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) runs off the field after the team lost to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during an NFL football game Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Jason Behnken)
Rhule: Panthers will 'look at everything' at quarterback

By Steve Reed Jan. 10, 2022 07:06 PM EST

Carolina Panthers quarterback Sam Darnold scrambles in the second half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints in New Orleans, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)
SB Bowl champs won't rest healthy starters vs. Panthers

By The Associated Press Jan. 06, 2022 12:41 PM EST

Carolina Panthers quarterback Sam Darnold (14) scrambles in the first half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints in New Orleans, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022. (AP Photo/Derick Hingle)
Carolina Panthers at New Orleans Saints 1/2/2022

Jan. 02, 2022 04:55 PM EST

Carolina Panthers quarterback Sam Darnold passes against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Rusty Jones)
Saints aim to preserve playoff hopes vs. Panthers

By The Associated Press Dec. 30, 2021 01:17 PM EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans (13) beats Buffalo Bills safety Micah Hyde (23) and cornerback Taron Johnson (24) on a 13-yard touchdown reception during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 12, 2021, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Mark LoMoglio)
COVID-19 issues continue in NFL; Colts, Panthers hit hard

By Steve Reed Dec. 27, 2021 01:56 PM EST

Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) runs in a two-point conversion against Buffalo Bills cornerback Taron Johnson (24) in the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 19, 2021, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/Adrian Kraus )
Brady looks to bounce back vs. depleted Panthers secondary

The Associated Press Dec. 23, 2021 10:10 AM EST

Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) is sacked by Buffalo Bills defensive end Efe Obada (93) in the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 19, 2021, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/Adrian Kraus)
Panthers' Rhule 'can't speculate' on next week's starting QB

By Steve Reed Dec. 20, 2021 03:09 PM EST

Carolina Panthers kicker Zane Gonzalez (5) is helped off the field after an apparent injury during practice before an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills, Sunday, Dec. 19, 2021, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/Adrian Kraus)
Punch-less Panthers lose kicker, and then lose to Bills

By Jonah Bronstein Dec. 19, 2021 08:00 PM EST

Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) runs in a two-point conversion against Buffalo Bills cornerback Taron Johnson (24) in the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 19, 2021, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/Adrian Kraus )
Bills end 2-game skid with 31-14 win over spiraling Panthers

By John Wawrow Dec. 19, 2021 04:39 PM EST

Carolina Panthers kicker Zane Gonzalez (5) is helped off the field after an apparent injury during practice before an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills, Sunday, Dec. 19, 2021, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/Adrian Kraus)
Carolina Panthers at Buffalo Bills 12/19/2021

Dec. 19, 2021 12:07 PM EST

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Gabriel Davis (13) reacts to the fans after he scored against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 12, 2021, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Jason Behnken)
Bills adopt sense of urgency in preparing to host Panthers

By John Wawrow Dec. 16, 2021 06:50 PM EST

Atlanta Falcons tight end Hayden Hurst scores past Carolina Panthers defensive back Myles Hartsfield during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 12, 2021, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Jacob Kupferman)
Ryan, Falcons stay hot on the road, beat Panthers 29-21

By Steve Reed Dec. 12, 2021 04:16 PM EST

Miami Dolphins running back Myles Gaskin (37) celebrates with teammate Jaylen Waddle (17) after scoring a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers, Sunday, Nov. 28, 2021, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
Dolphins win 4th straight, roll past Panthers 33-10

By Tim Reynolds Nov. 28, 2021 04:13 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 kneels in the end zone before an NFL football game against the Washington Football Team Sunday, Nov. 21, 2021, in Winston-Salem, N.C. (AP Photo/Rusty Jones)
Washington Football Team at Carolina Panthers 11/21/2021

Nov. 21, 2021 11:33 AM EST