CAROLINA PANTHERS NEWS

The Panthers' season is officially in peril

The Carolina Panthers were expected to make another run at the Super Bowl this season. They'll likely miss the playoffs.

Ron Clements

Weekend Kickoff Week 6: NFL playoff hopefuls face must-win situations

Since the AFL-NFL merger in 1970, only 12 teams that began the season 1-4 went on to make the playoffs.

Ron Clements

Cam Newton, Jonathan Stewart back at practice for Panthers

Star quarterback Cam Newton and starting running back Jonathan Stewart were back at practice for the Panthers on Wednesday.

Marcus Dinitto

Bucs coach Dirk Koetter fires back at Jon Gruden after Jameis Winston criticism

There is no confidence lost in Jameis Winston.

Jordan Heck

Super Bowl curse? Panthers not worried 1-4 start is the end

The defending NFC champions are in danger of missing the playoffs after Monday night’s 17-14 loss to the Buccaneers dropped them to 1-4.

Ron Clements

Concussed Cam Newton caught riding scooter without helmet

As Cam Newton continues to recuperate from a concussion, he was spotted riding around on a scooter without a helmet.

Gabrielle McMillen

He Said What?! Best Week 5 quotes

Often NFL players are called heroes or their play is referred to as heroic. But one NFL player said he was inspired by a super hero Sunday.

Ron Clements

Jameis Winston, Buccaneers find ‘magic beans’ to beat Panthers

For the first time this season, the Buccaneers were turnover-free in their 17-14 win over the Panthers.

Ron Clements

Roberto Aguayo finds redemption as Bucs knock off Panthers on late field goal

Despite missing twice earlier in the game, Tampa Bay’s rookie came through when it mattered. Aguayo booted a 38-yard field goal to win it.

Ron Clements

Dolphins claim former Panthers CB Bené Benwikere off waivers

The Carolina Panthers made a surprise move Friday by cutting cornerback Bene Benwikere. The third-year cornerback found a new home Monday.

Ron Clements

The Blitz Read: Vikings victorious to remain NFL's only undefeated team

The Vikings remain unbeaten. Tom Brady returned. Dak Prescott shined again. Carson Wentz and the Eagles saw their perfect streaks snapped.

Ron Clements

Cam Newton ruled out for Monday

The Panthers quarterback is still feeling the effects of a concussion he suffered in last week's loss to the Falcons.

Arthur Weinstein

Newton fined for taunting player

Cam Newton has been fined for taunting Falcons linebacker Deion Jones. Yes, the same Jones who later gave Newton a concussion.

Arthur Weinstein

Josh McCown's daughter has fun at school on 'Jersey Day'

The journeyman quarterback couldn't help but point out a mistake in his daughter's jersey choices.

Ron Clements

Business as usual for Panthers offense without Cam Newton

The Panthers don't plan to change anything, even if MVP quarterback Cam Newton is unable to play on Monday.

Ron Clements

Cam Newton still in concussion protocol, hasn't been ruled out for Bucs

The 1-3 Panthers aren't sure whether their MVP quarterback will play Monday, but backup Derek Anderson has a track record against Tampa Bay.

Bob Hille

Panthers cut starting CB Bené Benwikere after Julio Jones debacle, reports say

Benwikere isn't going to be allowing any more yards in a Panthers uniform.

Joe Rodgers

Weekend Kickoff: Expected contenders dealing with QB shuffle

Who could have predicted the two teams that played in January’s NFC championship game would both be 1-3 after four games?

Ron Clements

Panthers' Cam Newton being sued over alleged trashing of mansion

Last year's NFL MVP quarterback is named in a lawsuit.

Jordan Heck

NFL Week 4 Headlines: Panthers not dwelling on loss of Josh Norman; no panic in New England

We look at the headlines from Week 4 of the NFL season, which was defined by close finishes and more injuries.

Nicholas McGee

The Blitz Read: For Panthers, Cardinals, what a difference a year makes

Even the Patriots and Broncos were not immune to misfortune Sunday, a rough day for each of last year's NFL semifinalists in different ways.

Brandon Schlager

Matt Ryan, Julio Jones shred Panthers defense in 48-33 win

Matt Ryan and Julio Jones went crazy against the Panthers, as the NFL's top-scoring offense kept rolling in a 48-33 win.

Arthur Weinstein

Cam Newton takes unnecessary hit, suffers concussion

We're still not sure what Cam Newton was thinking.

Steven J. Gaither

He Said What?! The best NFL quotes from Week 3

The Eagles are one of five unbeaten NFL teams through three weeks, and the hype around rookie quarterback Carson Wentz continues to grow.

Ron Clements

NFL Week 3 headlines: From savvy Carson Wentz to 's—y' Jets

Here's a look at some of the local headlines from around the NFL this weekend.

Nicholas McGee

The Blitz Read: Turnovers help Bills, Vikings pull off upsets of NFC favorites

Three weeks into the season, both the Panthers and Cardinals are 1-2 while the Vikings, Eagles, Ravens, Patriots and Broncos are 3-0.

Ron Clements

Panthers lose to Vikings to cap tumultuous week in Charlotte

The Panthers fell to 1-2 with a loss at home to the Vikings on Sunday after an unsettling week in Charlotte.

Marcus Dinitto

Adrian Peterson expects return to Vikings sooner than later

Of course Peterson thinks he'll be back on the field as soon as he's taken off IR.

Ron Clements

Panthers-Vikings game in Charlotte declared ‘Extraordinary Event’

Protests in Charlotte were expected to continue Sunday.

Marcus Dinitto

Vikings’ Terence Newman says country is ‘moving toward another civil rights war’

Newman, 38, was in the thick of a police shooting controversy earlier this year with the death of Philando Castle in Falcon Heights, Minn.

Travis Durkee

Panthers will 'monitor' Charlotte protests as Vikings game draws close

The protests in Charlotte reached scary heights Wednesday, but there are currently no plans to move the game.

Jordan Heck

'He Said What?!' The best NFL quotes from Week 2

Coaches and players aren't going to panic with 14 games remaining on the schedule. They will complain about officials, though.

Ron Clements

Ron Rivera tries to storm out of Panthers' media room; grand exit blocked by door

Panthers coach Ron Rivera took exception to a question about Luke Kuechly's health.

Ron Clements

Jonathan Stewart to miss at least one game with bad hamstring

Jonathan Stewart will miss at least one week with a strained hamstring, opening the door for second-year back Cameron Artis-Payne to start.

Arthur Weinstein

Congressman sends dumb Colin Kaepernick tweet following bombing suspect arrest

Police arrested a suspect in the New York bombing case Monday. A New York congressman tweeted out that Colin Kaepernick should say thanks.

Arthur Weinstein

NFL Week 2 Headlines: Patriots hail 'baby' Brissett as injury bug strikes

After a Sunday slate in which the injury bug hit the NFL hard, we round up some of headlines from Week 2.

Nicholas McGee

The Blitz Read: Injuries ravage NFL rosters in Week 2

Not only did the Patriots lose Jimmy Garoppolo with a shoulder injury, several top running backs also suffered injuries on Sunday.

Ron Clements

Jim Brown praises Colin Kaepernick, but cautions about protests

NFL legend Jim Brown says he admires Colin Kaepernick's sincerity, but says protesters must be careful not to disrespect the anthem or flag.

Arthur Weinstein

Colin Kaepernick and his supporters could be in for tough day in Charlotte

Colin Kaepernick's national anthem routine will not go well in conservative Charlotte, where he was booed during a country concert Saturday.

Arthur Weinstein

Ron Rivera: It was 'pain in the ass' that Panthers opened season in Denver

Ron Rivera says he feels "disrespected" the NFL did not allow the defending NFC champions to open their season at home.

Arthur Weinstein

Weekend kickoff: 'Color Rush' precedes playoff rematches, home debuts

The NFL’s second “Color Rush” season begins Thursday night with the New York Jets taking on the Buffalo Bills.

Ron Clements

Cam Newton on hits to the head: 'My job is not to lobby for my health'

Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton understands football is a physical and, sometimes, dangerous game.

Ron Clements

Broncos' Brandon Marshall meets with Denver police chief, vows to give back

Denver Broncos linebacker Brandon Marshall used Instagram to outline his plan to benefit the Denver community and his intent in kneeling during the national anthem.

Ron Clements

NFL fines two Broncos for hits on Cam Newton

The verdicts are in and the NFL has fined Broncos linebacker Brandon Marshall and safety Darian Stewart.

Travis Durkee

Cam Newton to debut food truck covered in signature poses

All proceeds from the truck’s debut weekend will go toward a program for at-risk individuals in Charlotte.

Travis Durkee

Jerry Jones not pleased with national anthem protests by Colin Kaepernick, other NFL players

NFL players have followed 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick's lead and decided not to stand during the playing of the national anthem. That rankles the Cowboys' owner/GM.

Ron Clements

Brandon Marshall claims Broncos aren't dirty, despite Cam Newton head shots

'Just because we hit Cam in the head a couple of times, that doesn’t make us dirty,' Broncos linebacker Brandon Marshall said.

Gabrielle McMillen

Panthers coach Ron Rivera confirms Cam Newton will play vs. 49ers

The Panthers quarterback has shown no concussion symptoms after taking several helmet-to-helmet hits in last Thursday's season opener.

Kirstie Chiappelli

NFL will review Panthers medical team's response to Cam Newton hits

The league clarified Sunday it will review all relevant aspects of what happened during Thursday's season opener in Denver.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Cam Newton's father rips officials

"Was Cam treated differently from other quarterbacks? In this case, yes he was — clearly," Cecil Newton said.

Arthur Weinstein

Brandon Marshall loses endorsement

The Air Academy Federal Credit Union said Marshall has terminated its sponsorship with Broncos linebacker Brandon Marshall.

Gabrielle McMillen

Newton passes four concussion tests

Cam Newton has passed concussion tests, but deserves more respect, Panthers coach Ron Rivera says.

Marcus Dinitto

Storylines for 2016 NFL season

Beginning with Thursday's Super Bowl rematch, there are plenty of storylines to watch, including milestones within reach and predictions.

Ron Clements

NFL under fire for Newton situation

The NFL is being taken to task because Cam Newton was not put in concussion protocol during the Panthers’ season-opening loss to the Broncos

Marcus Dinitto

Panthers coach Ron Rivera won't 'pass judgment' on officials over uncalled head shots

Panthers quarterback Cam Newton took several hits to the head during his team's loss to the Broncos.

Ron Clements

Broncos hang on to put Panthers' bid for revenge on ice

The Panthers stewed over their Super Bowl defeat for more than seven months, but revenge was denied.

Ron Clements

Brandon Marshall, Broncos LB, college teammate of Colin Kaepernick, kneels during anthem

As R&B singer Andra Day performed "The Star-Spangled Banner" before kickoff of Thursday night's game, Marshall took a knee on the sideline.

Ron Clements

Weekend kickoff: Super Bowl rematch begins season

The 2016 NFL seasons gets started Thursday night in Denver with the defending Super Bowl champion Broncos welcoming the team they beat.

Ron Clements

Broncos announce three-year extension for Emmanuel Sanders

On the eve of their season opener, the Denver Broncos took care of some off-the-field business.

Ron Clements

Panthers' Ron Rivera isn’t crazy about Thursday opener in Denver

The NFC champion Panthers coach: "I don’t set the schedule. We just go out and play the game."

Bob Hille

Broncos release Mark Sanchez

Mark Sanchez was signed by the Dallas Cowboys on Saturday after being released by the Denver Broncos hours before.

Ron Clements

NFL roster cuts tracker: Mark Sanchez, Justin Forsett among final cuts

The deadline for NFL teams to cut their rosters to 53 was 4 p.m. ET Saturday. Teams can claim waived players beginning Sunday at noon.

Ron Clements

Rookies go off while Colin Kaepernick takes a seat in preseason finales

Tom Brady started New England's game against the Giants. A few hours later, three NFL players sat during the national anthem.

Ron Clements

Josh Gordon, Robert Griffin III make dynamic duo for Browns against Bucs

Gordon is back in the NFL, and Robert Griffin III couldn't be happier.

Ron Clements

Preseason Blitz: Falcons, Cowboys, Dolphins escape serious injuries

Week Three of the NFL preseason schedule is supposed to be when starters play the longest, but several had abbreviated nights Thursday.

Ron Clements

Stephen Curry serves as Panthers' drummer for Super Bowl 50

Reigning NBA MVP Stephen Curry was part of Super Bowl 50's pregame ceremony on Sunday.

Ron Clements

Stephen Curry to be honourary guest at Panthers home game

Curry, a Charlotte native and Panthers fan, will beat the Panthers’ oversized “Keep Pounding” drum.

Travis Durkee

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