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Carolina Panthers Sign WR Domenik Hixon to 1-Year Deal
April 3rd, 2013 at 8:15 PM
For the second straight week, first-year Carolina Panthers general manager Dave Gettleman has brought in a player from his former team.
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After adding free agent linebacker Chase Blackburn last week, Carolina signed another former New York Giant - wide receiver Domenik Hixon - to a 1-year contract on Wednesday, CBSSports.com's Jason...
NFL Rumors: Carolina Panthers Targeting Free Agent WR Mike Wallace?
March 4th, 2013 at 9:16 PM
Wide receiver is certainly a position of need for the Carolina Panthers heading into 2013.
Veteran Steve Smith, who turns 34 in May, certainly isn't getting any younger. Brandon LaFell and Louis Murphy have shown flashes, but neither has proven to be a game-changing wideout.
That leaves the Panthers in clear need...
Carolina Panthers Week 15 Injury Report: at Least 3 Starters Out at San Diego Chargers
December 14th, 2012 at 9:23 PM
For the Carolina Panthers, injuries are the gift that keeps on giving this holiday season.
For Sunday's game against the San Diego Chargers, the team will be without at least three starters: running back Jonathan Stewart, center Geoff Hangartner and defensive tackle Dwan Edwards.
Two more starters, wide receiver Brandon LaFell (turf...
Carolina Panthers Week 9 Injury Report: Brandon LaFell Doubtful; Backup Defensive Ends Ailing
November 3rd, 2012 at 7:01 AM
Panthers wideout Brandon LaFell is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Washington Redskins.
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LaFell is dealing with post-concussion symptoms after taking a vicious hit from Chicago Bears safety Chris Conte in the third quarter of last week's 23-22 loss at Soldier Field.
The third-year LSU product actually returned to the...
Carolina Panthers Acquire WR Louis Murphy from Oakland Raiders
July 23rd, 2012 at 4:28 PM
***PHOTO1*** The Carolina Panthers have acquired wide receiver Louis Murphy from the Oakland Raiders for a conditional late-round draft pick. The trade was first reported by Jason Cole of Yahoo Sports! and later confirmed by the Raiders.
Murphy, who was fighting for a roster spot in Oakland, will join a Carolina...
Carolina Panthers Receiving Corps Will Be Fine
July 12th, 2012 at 10:51 PM
The Panthers surprisingly chose to draft an offensive player in the second round of April's NFL draft. Even more surprisingly, the team whiffed on two receivers with starter talent in Alshon Jeffrey and Stephen Hill. General manager Marty Hurney and head coach Ron Rivera decided instead to draft offensive lineman...
Carolina Panthers WR Brandon LaFell Ready for Expanded Role in 2012
July 11th, 2012 at 10:20 PM
This is Brandon LaFell's year to really make a name for himself.
LaFell, a third-year wide receiver from LSU, has silently been a reliable force in the Carolina Panthers offense since being drafted in 2010.
During his rookie season, LaFell gradually earned playing time on offense, ultimately cementing a position as the...
Carolina Panthers and Plaxico Burress: It Just Doesn’t Make Sense
June 21st, 2012 at 8:07 PM
The Panthers are rebuilding for the future, so it's quite obvious that Plaxico Burress, at age 35, would not fit as a part of the team's long-term plans. The main concern for the Panthers, however, is not just Burress’ age, but his behavior off the field. Burress served part of a two-year prison sentence for criminal...
Carolina Panthers OTAs Recap: Team Continues to Improve, Stay Healthy
June 9th, 2012 at 12:30 PM
Ron Rivera is entering his second year as the head coach of the Carolina Panthers, but right now it may feel like his first.
***PHOTO1*** The NFL lockout prevented teams for having organized team activities last summer, shortening the offseason and giving teams much less time to prepare.
This time around, things...
As Expected, Cam Newton Named AP Offensive Rookie of Year
February 6th, 2012 at 8:20 PM
***PHOTO1*** Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton topped off his highly decorated first NFL season by being named Offensive Rookie of the Year by the Associated Press.
Newton dominated the voting for this award, receiving 47 of the 50 total votes. The other three votes went to Cincinnati quarterback Andy Dalton.
Although Dalton...
NFL Draft Special: Should the Carolina Panthers Select a Wide Receiver with Their First Pick?
January 24th, 2012 at 9:00 PM
When you evaluate the Carolina Panthers 2011 season, it is obvious that the team's biggest weaknesses are on the defensive side of the ball. Consequently, conventional wisdom would indicate that the team should draft a defensive player with eighth or ninth pick in April's NFL Draft.
ESPN's Mel Kiper has the...
Carolina Panthers: 2011 Season Offensive Report Card
January 7th, 2012 at 2:53 PM
Although the Panthers finished the season 6-10, their offense was one of the NFL's best with rookie sensation Cam Newton under center. Here's how they graded out in 2011:
Quarterback
***PHOTO1*** The Panthers knew Cam Newton had the potential to be great when they drafted him number one overall in last year's...
Carolina Panthers Fans Get Early Christmas Present in 48-16 Rout of Tampa Bay Buccaneers
December 25th, 2011 at 9:08 PM
Cam Newton continued his record-breaking rookie campaign as the Carolina Panthers annihilated the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 48-16 on Saturday.
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Newton passed for 171 yards and three touchdowns, breaking Peyton Manning's rookie passing yards record in the process. He received a resounding ovation from the Panthers faithful after a 7-yard completion to...
Rant of an Angry Carolina Panthers Fan
December 12th, 2011 at 9:04 PM
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If you're a Carolina Panthers fan, it was the same story on a different day.
The Panthers managed to get a huge lead -- only to lose it inexplicably in the second half.
The first and second quarters were beautiful.
After falling behind 7-0, the offense began moving in rhythm like a well-oiled...
Carolina Panthers Double up Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 38-19, in Record-setting Day
December 4th, 2011 at 8:33 PM
Cam Newton ran for three scores to break the NFL record for rushing touchdowns by a quarterback on Sunday, helping the Carolina Panthers to a convincing 38-19 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
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Newton broke Steve Grogan's record in the fourth quarter when he powered into the end zone from one...
Game Balls for Sunday’s Win Against Indianapolis Colts
November 28th, 2011 at 12:45 PM
1. Kealoha Pilares- Pilares had another big return Sunday that put Cam Newton and the Panthers offense in position to make the game winning score. This marks the second big kickoff return by Pilares in the past two weeks, both of which took away momentum from the opposition. The Panthers...
Brandon LaFell Could See Expanded Role Against Indianapolis Colts
November 26th, 2011 at 2:13 PM
There has been a lot of buzz for some time around Charlotte regarding Brandon LaFell's role in the Carolina Panthers offense. Many believe that he should see more throws and even supplant Legadu Naanee as the number two wide receiver.
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LaFell may get his chance on Sunday against Indianapolis. Naanee...
Carolina Panthers Coaching Staff Deserves Brunt of Blame for Loss Against Tennessee Titans
November 15th, 2011 at 7:59 PM
The Carolina Panthers are 2-7, but this record could seemingly be flip-flopped if a few plays had different outcomes. Up until the Tennessee game this past weekend, I praised head coach Ron Rivera's attitude, and gave him the benefit of the doubt for the team's misfortunes this season.
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I am still...
Jimmy Clausen Adjusting to His New Role as a Backup Quarterback
November 4th, 2011 at 6:28 PM
Throughout the season, the Panthers have seen numerous lineup shifts and personnel changes. Thomas Williams and Antwan Applewhite have taken their fair share of snaps at linebacker. Byron Bell has replaced the oft-injured Jeff Otah at offensive tackle. Even the wide receiver position has been occupied by the likes of...
Penalties, Turnovers, Missed Field Goal Keep Carolina Panthers Out of Win Column Against Minnesota Vikings
October 30th, 2011 at 8:59 PM
Cam Newton, as expected, continued his prolific rookie season Sunday against the Minnesota Vikings. The 22-year old phenom passed for 290 yards and three touchdowns to go along with a team-high 53 yards rushing. Steve Smith also continued his remarkable season with another 100-yard performance to go along with a touchdown...
