Witness the historic turnaround of the 2025 Carolina Panthers as they defied preseason odds to capture their first NFC South division title since 2015. Under the leadership of head coach Dave Canales and GM Dan Morgan, the Panthers became the first team in NFL history to win two division titles with a losing record, finishing 8-9. This recap dives deep into the development of quarterback Bryce Young, who set a franchise record with 448 passing yards in a single game and notched his 10th career game-winning drive. We also break down the historic campaign of Tetairoa McMillan, who led all NFL rookies in receptions, yards, and touchdowns to become the favorite for Offensive Rookie of the Year. From defensive cornerstones like Derrick Brown and Pro Bowler Jaycee Horn to the breakout rushing of Rico Dowdle, we provide a full statistical summary of every player's production during this playoff-bound season.

The Carolina Panthers offseason is officially HERE! 🐆

Fresh off a hard-fought playoff run and an NFC South title, General Manager Dan Morgan sat down today to break down the state of the roster and the vision for 2026. From a massive decision on Bryce Young’s future to injury updates and draft strategy, Morgan didn't hold back on how he plans to keep this "upward trajectory" going.

In today’s video, we’re diving into the 5 biggest takeaways from Morgan's season-ending press conference and what they mean for the Panthers' salary cap, free agency, and the upcoming NFL Draft.

• The Bryce Young Commitment: Morgan confirms the Panthers are picking up Bryce’s 5th-year option. Is a long-term extension next?

• Roster Shakeup: We discuss the 15 players signed to "Reserve/Future" contracts and who might actually make the 53-man roster.

• Injury Report: The latest on Ikem Ekwonu’s serious knee injury and the recovery timeline for RB Jonathon Brooks.

• The Jalen Coker Factor: Will the breakout star get an early extension after his dominant playoff performance?

• Draft Strategy at #19: Why Dan Morgan is prioritizing "Best Player Available" over forcing a need in the first round.

What do YOU think of Dan Morgan’s plan? Should the Panthers have waited on Bryce's option, or was it a no-brainer? Let us know in the comments below! 👇

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With 25 players hitting the open market and a fresh crop of Reserve/Futures signings in the building, we break down the Carolina roster by the numbers. From Rico Dowdle’s value to the search for Ekwonu’s temporary replacement, we’re talking cap space and core pieces.

It was absolutely bonkers at Bank of America Stadium as the Panthers took the Rams to the limit in a 34-31 thriller. We break down every lead change, including the historic Isaiah Simmons blocked punt that put Carolina ahead and the heartbreaking 4th-down drop by Jimmy Horn Jr. that ultimately ended the season. Plus, we look at how Matthew Stafford managed to "snatch our hearts" in the final 38 seconds and Dave Canales’ explanation for the "soft coverage" prevent defense on the final drive.

The 12-5 Los Angeles Rams head to Charlotte to face the 8-9 Carolina Panthers in a high-stakes Wild Card rematch of their Week 13 thriller. Matthew Stafford is looking to shake off a three-turnover nightmare from the first meeting, while Bryce Young tries to keep his fourth-quarter "aura" alive at home. Can Carolina’s "slow death" run game pull off another upset, or will the NFL’s most prolific scoring offense finally break through?.

Despite a heartbreaking 16-14 loss in the Tampa rain, the Carolina Panthers are officially headed to the playoffs! In this video, we break down a gritty defensive battle where Bryce Young and the offense struggled to find a rhythm until a late 4th-quarter surge. We’ll discuss Tetairoa McMillan’s record-breaking day, the botched flea-flicker that shifted momentum, and how the Atlanta Falcons' victory over the Saints ultimately handed the NFC South crown to Carolina.

The Panthers finish the season at 8-9, but a division title means a Home Playoff Game is coming to Bank of America Stadium! We're diving into the highlights, the tiebreaker scenarios that saved the season, and what this team needs to fix before the Wild Card round.

It all comes down to this! The Carolina Panthers (8-8) head to Raymond James Stadium to take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (7-9) this Saturday, Jan. 3, 2026, at 4:30 PM EST. With the NFC South title and the No. 4 seed on the line, the stakes couldn't be higher for this national broadcast on ABC and ESPN.

In this preview, we break down:

• The Playoff Path: Carolina clinches the division with a win or a tie. If Tampa Bay wins, they must wait for a Saints victory over the Falcons on Sunday to officially secure their fifth straight division crown.

  
  

• Week 16 Rematch: We revisit the first meeting where Carolina secured a 23-20 victory, highlighted by a game-sealing interception from rookie Lathan Ransom following a miscommunication between Baker Mayfield and Mike Evans.

  
  

• The Mayfield vs. Young Matchup: Bryce Young looks to overcome a 4-19 career road record, while a physically compromised Baker Mayfield attempts to lead his team through a four-game losing streak despite shoulder and knee injuries.

• Stat Benchmarking: We look at the data from teamrankings.com, specifically Tampa Bay’s struggling 30th-ranked red-zone defense (68.3% TD rate allowed) against Carolina’s 13th-ranked unit.

  
  

• Injury Updates: Latest on the availability of Pro Bowl tackle Tristan Wirfs and the cleared status of Panthers running back Rico Dowdle.

Can Dave Canales lead the Panthers to a "worst-to-first" finish against his former team, or will the Buccaneers’ dynasty hold strong?

The Carolina Panthers (8-8) head to Tampa Bay (7-9) for a massive Saturday afternoon showdown with the NFC South title on the line! In this episode, we break down the latest news from Mint Street, including Bryce Young being voted Offensive MVP by his teammates and the season-ending injury to rookie TE Ja'Tavion Sanders. We also dive into the "Atlanta Chaos" tiebreaker that could give the Panthers the division even with a loss, and answer your mailbag questions about Derrick Brown's Pro Bowl snub and the Week 18 game plan.