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ESPN analyst predicts Panthers’ bold move in NFL Draft

As the NFL Draft approaches, Carolina Panthers fans are eagerly wondering who their team will select with the No. 1 overall pick. ESPN analyst Field Yates recently weighed in with his thoughts, offering a perspective that could shape the Panthers’ future in the 2025 season.

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Carolina Panthers go bold with top 10 pick in new 7-round mock draft

In our last Carolina Panthers seven-round mock draft, we projected a trade with the Dallas Cowboys, moving Carolina back four spots to select Georgia linebacker Jalon Walker.

Derrick Brown News / Carolina Panthers on SI / March 16

New Panthers nose tackle modeled his game after Carolina superstar Derrick Brown

There’s perhaps no need to go over the numbers when it came to the disaster that was the Carolina Panthers’ defense in 2024. Then again, why not? The team allowed an NFL single-season high 534 points, surrendered 59 offensive touchdowns, and gave up the most total yards per game in 2024.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / March 16

Carolina Panthers enjoying best offseason in NFC South

The “legal tampering period” began on March 10, and the NFL’s new fiscal year began two days later. All 32 teams in knee deep in preparation for the 2025 campaign.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / March 16

NFL free agency: Panthers adding ex-Cowboys playmaker among top value signings

The Carolina Panthers have been consistently earning low grades for their early moves in free agency. Most analysts seem to think they dramatically overpaid, especially for cornerback Jaycee Horn and defensive lineman Tershawn Wharton.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / March 16

NFL power rankings: Panthers move in wrong direction after first wave of free agency

From our perspective, the Carolina Panthers have done a good job of addressing their greatest roster needs in the first days of free agency. Going in they needed help at all three levels of their defense, and they've managed to secure that, in some cases doubling up.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / March 16

ESPN analyst makes the case for Panthers to draft top WR prospect

With all but one exception, the Carolina Panthers have addressed all of their defensive needs in free agency. After they secure another safety who's capable

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / March 14

Carolina Panthers must make this obvious move to cap free agency

The Carolina Panthers have made quite a few notable moves in NFL free agency, bolstering their roster for an NFC South run next season. However, there is still one critical area the Panthers have not addressed: wide receiver.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / March 14

2025 NFL draft: Panthers predicted to make surprise curveball pick in first round

It wouldn't shock a single person who follows the NFL closely if the Carolina Panthers picked a defensive player with the eighth overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.

Dane Jackson News / Pro Football Rumors / March 14

Bills to bring back CB Dane Jackson

Dane Jackson is headed back to Buffalo. After a single season with the Panthers, the veteran corner has a Bills deal in place, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.

Jaycee Horn News / Carolina Panthers on SI / March 14

Carolina Panthers star blasts fiery message to teammates

The Carolina Panthers signed cornerback Jaycee Horn to a four-year, $100 million contract extension earlier this week, and Horn already seems pumped to start the 2025 NFL campaign.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / March 14

Former Cowboys’ running back definitely upgrades Carolina Panthers’ ground game

During this brief free agency period, the Carolina Panthers’ main focus has been on upgrading one of the worst defenses in league annals. General manager Dan Morgan has already addressed all aspects of this unit by adding veterans to the defensive front, the pass rush, and the secondary.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / March 14

Panthers get beautiful grade for offseason moves from NFL analyst

The offseason isn't over yet for the Carolina Panthers. They still have eight picks in the upcoming NFL Draft to address the rest of the holes, but they've been aggressive in the early stages.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / March 14

Former Panthers running back lands with laughably ironic new team

The Carolina Panthers did their best to try and restructure Miles Sanders. Knowing that Jonathon Brooks was probably out for the year, they knew they needed a short-term answer in the backfield behind Chuba Hubbard.

Miles Sanders News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 14

Cowboys To Sign RB Miles Sanders

Jeremy Fowler of ESPN reports that the Cowboys plan to sign RB Miles Sanders to a one-year contract. It’s worth mentioning that signing him won’t impact the team’s compensatory picks, given that he was released this offseason.

Carolina Panthers News / Yardbarker / March 14

Breaking down what offseason defensive additions mean for Panthers

The focus for the Panthers has shifted towards rebuilding a defense that allowed 31.4 points per game last season, the worst in the NFL. Carolina has taken steps to doing that so far this offseason.

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Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / March 13

Recapping Carolina’s bold moves on day 3 of NFL free agency

As the dust settles on the opening days of NFL free agency, the Carolina Panthers have been making calculated moves that could define their 2025 campaign.

Adam Thielen News / Athlon Sports / March 13

Carolina Panthers reward Adam Thielen’s consistency and value

The Carolina Panthers just made a smart move, rewarding veteran wide receiver Adam Thielen with a reworked contract ahead of his 12th NFL season. At 34, Thielen’s continued resilience and leadership on the field have earned him more than just a paycheck—they’ve earned him respect.

Adam Thielen News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 12

Adam Thielen Set To Return To Carolina After Re-Working Contract

The Panthers and WR Adam Thielen have agreed to a revised contract that would keep him in Carolina for the 2025 season, according to Jeremy Fowler. Thielen, 34, wound up signing on with the Vikings as an undrafted free agent out of Minnesota State-Mankato back in 2013.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / March 12

ESPN analyst claims Panthers panicked with Wharton signing

When the Carolina Panthers inked defensive tackle Tershawn Wharton to a three-year, $45 million deal, they made a clear commitment to strengthening their defensive line.

Dan Chisena News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 12

Panthers Re-Signing WR Dan Chisena To One-Year Deal

According to Jeremy Fowler, the Panthers are re-signing WR Dan Chisena to a one-year deal on Wednesday. Chisena, 27, signed on with the Vikings as an undrafted free agent out of Penn State in 2020.

Miles Sanders News / Pro Football Rumors / March 11

Panthers release RB Miles Sanders

Miles Sanders‘ tenure with the Panthers has come to an expected end. The veteran running back was released on Tuesday, per a team announcement. Sanders was prepared to restructure his contract to remain in Carolina, ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reports.

Michael Jackson Sr. News / Pro Football Rumors / March 10

Panthers to re-sign veteran CB on a two-year deal

The Panthers did not tell Michael Jackson to “Beat It.” After trading for the veteran cornerback just prior to the start of the season in exchange for seventh-round rookie linebacker Michael Barrett, Carolina has opted to retain the 28-year-old defender on a two-year, $14.5M deal, per Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.

Carolina Panthers News / Field Level Media / March 10

Panthers, CB Jaycee Horn agree to 4-year, $100M extension

Panthers cornerback Jaycee Horn signed a four-year extension worth $100 million on Monday to become the highest-paid defensive back in league history. Horn was entering the final year of his deal.

Carolina Panthers News / Pro Football Rumors / March 10

Panthers agree to record-setting extension with star CB

The star CB and the Panthers have managed to work out a deal keeping him in place for the foreseeable future. Talks on that front have produced a record-setting agreement.

Panthers re-sign C Austin Corbett, TE Tommy Tremble

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