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2013 NFL Schedule: Football Gods Unkind to Carolina Panthers
April 19th, 2013 at 10:10 PM
It's a landmark year for the Carolina Panthers.
With playoffs-or-bust expectations in the third season of the Ron Rivera/Cam Newton regime, the outcome of the 2013 campaign will shape the future of the franchise for years to come.
As the NFL unveiled the schedules for the upcoming season Thursday night, the Panthers...
NFL Releases Carolina Panthers Preseason Schedule
April 4th, 2013 at 10:50 PM
The Carolina Panthers certainly have their work cut out for them this season.
Ron Rivera's team holds the NFL's toughest schedule in 2013, based on 2012 record. The preseason schedule - which was released on Thursday - will also feature some stiff competition, headlined by a matchup against last year's Super...
Super Bowl XLVII: Looking at ‘The Facts Behind the Game’
February 3rd, 2013 at 7:00 AM
Super Bowl Sunday is finally upon us.
Millions of football fans across the country will be tuned in tonight when John Harbaugh's Baltimore Ravens face Jim Harbaugh's San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl XLVII.
To get an idea of just how much of a spectacle the Super Bowl really is, SaveUp was kind enough...
What Can We Take Away from the 2012 Carolina Panthers Season?
January 31st, 2013 at 9:00 PM
Excitement, frustration, bewilderment.
Carolina Panthers players, coaches and fans aren't quite sure how to feel as they head into the offseason with more questions than answers. The bizarre rollercoaster ride of a season started extremely low and finished extremely high, culminating with an impressive 44-38 victory over the New Orleans Saints...
Charlotte City Council Endorses Carolina Panthers’ Plan to Fund Stadium Renovations
January 20th, 2013 at 7:05 AM
The Charlotte City Council endorsed the Carolina Panthers' request for $125 million in public money to help fund renovations to Bank of America Stadium last Monday.
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According to the Charlotte Observer, the council voted 7-2 in favor of the proposal, which still needs approval from the N.C. General Assembly and Governor...
Carolina Panthers Finish Season Strong with 44-38 Victory Over New Orleans Saints
December 31st, 2012 at 9:39 PM
DeAngelo Williams and Mike Tolbert combined for 260 yards and five touchdowns as the Carolina Panthers toppled the New Orleans Saints 44-38 in Sunday's regular-season finale.
Williams was especially explosive, carrying the ball 21 times for 210 times and two scores. Tolbert relished the closer role as the 5-foot-9, 245-pound fullback...
Panthers Gameday: Carolina Panthers at New Orleans Saints
December 30th, 2012 at 7:15 AM
Week 17
Dec. 30, 2012
Carolina Panthers
New Orleans Saints
(6-9) (7-8)
Time: 1:00 PM EDT
Stadium: Mercedes-Benz Superdome (New Orleans,...
Carolina Panthers Roll Past Oakland Raiders to Notch Third Consecutive Win
December 23rd, 2012 at 9:54 PM
***PHOTO1***Cam Newton threw for 170 yards and a touchdown and ran for 60 yards and another score as the Carolina Panthers beat the Oakland Raiders 17-6 in their home finale on Sunday.
It was the third straight victory and fourth in five games for the Panthers, who improved to 6-9 after...
‘Perturbed PSL Owners’ Write Open Letter to Jerry Richardson
December 19th, 2012 at 7:00 PM
In an open letter to Jerry Richardson, an anonymous group of PSL (Permanent Seat License) calling themselves the "Perturbed Panther PSL Owners Federation" expressed their dissatisfaction with the team's performance in its brief history. They also accused the Carolina Panthers owner of operating a pyramid scheme. You can read the...
Carolina Panthers Pummel San Diego Chargers, but What Does It Mean?
December 17th, 2012 at 2:49 PM
The Carolina Panthers blasted the San Diego Chargers 31-7 at Qualcomm Stadium on Sunday, putting together back-to-back victories for the first time since last December.
Cam Newton played another exceptional game, completing 19-of-33 passes for 231 yards and two touchdowns. The second-year quarterback has now thrown 153 passes without an interception...
Panthers Gameday: Carolina Panthers at San Diego Chargers
December 16th, 2012 at 7:30 AM
Week 15
Dec. 16, 2012
Carolina Panthers
San Diego Chargers
(4-9) (5-8)
Time: 4:05 PM EDT
Stadium: Qualcomm Stadium (San Diego,...
Revenge is Sweet: Cam Newton Shines as Carolina Panthers Whip Atlanta Falcons
December 11th, 2012 at 8:33 PM
Greg Hardy may not be so crazy after all.
Many people snickered when the Carolina Panthers defensive end told the media that his 3-9 team was better than the 11-1 Atlanta Falcons.
After Sunday, the last laugh belongs to Hardy and his teammates.
The Panthers shellacked their NFC South rival 30-20 at Bank...
Panthers Gameday: Carolina Panthers Vs. Atlanta Falcons
December 9th, 2012 at 8:00 AM
Week 14
Dec. 9, 2012
Carolina Panthers
Atlanta Falcons
(3-9) (11-1)
Time: 1:00 PM EDT
Stadium: Bank of America...
Examining the Dangers of Concussions in Sports
December 8th, 2012 at 8:19 PM
Concussions are just now being recognized as a very serious issue in football. In the interest of spreading awareness about concussions and their effects, Alison Morris at MastersinHealthCare.com was kind enough to allow Panthers 101 to share this great infographic:
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Tragedy Clouds Carolina Panthers’ Loss to Heavy-hearted Kansas City Chiefs
December 5th, 2012 at 12:33 AM
Considering the circumstances, it's hard to comment on how atrocious the Carolina Panthers' defense played in Sunday's 27-21 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs.
By now, everyone is aware of the tragedy that struck the Chiefs organization last weekend. Early Saturday morning, linebacker Jovan Belcher murdered his girlfriend, drove to Arrowhead...
Panthers Gameday: Carolina Panthers at Kansas City Chiefs
December 2nd, 2012 at 7:00 AM
Week 13
Dec. 2, 2012
Carolina Panthers
Kansas City Chiefs
(3-8) (1-10)
Time: 1:00 PM EDT
Stadium: Arrowhead Stadium (Kansas City,...
Signs of Growth? Carolina Panthers Finally Become Closers on ‘Monday Night Football’
November 28th, 2012 at 11:44 PM
The Panthers defeated the Philadelphia Eagles 30-22 on "Monday Night Football."
At this point in the Panthers season, though, it's not about the win.
It's about how they win.
The next five Sundays present an opportunity - not to contend for a Super Bowl - but to grow, learn and head into the offseason...
Monday Night Football: Carolina Panthers at Philadelphia Eagles
November 26th, 2012 at 9:00 AM
Week 12
Nov. 26, 2012
Carolina Panthers
Philadelphia Eagles
(2-8) (3-7)
Time: 8:30 PM EDT
Stadium: Lincoln Financial Field (Philadelphia,...
Three Reasons Why Carolina Panthers Will Cover on Monday Night
November 25th, 2012 at 10:06 PM
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Panthers' Pass Rush Will Dominate
One of the few bright spots of the Panthers' season has been the defensive line play. With a combined 15.5 sacks, defensive ends Charles Johnson and Greg Hardy are emerging as one of the premier pass-rushing duos in the NFL
Meanwhile, the Eagles' offensive line is...
Carolina Panthers Latest News and Notes
November 25th, 2012 at 12:30 AM
Anderson, Davis fined for illegal hits
Panthers linebackers Thomas Davis and James Anderson were both fined for hits in last Sunday's 27-21 overtime loss to the Buccaneers.
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Davis was fined $21,000 for hitting a defenseless receiver, Tiquan Underwood, in the head at the end of regulation. Anderson was fined $10,000 for delivering...
