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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...
Carolina Panthers Latest News and Notes: Kuechly Honored; Nakamura Shut Down; Hardy Heckles Falcons Kicker
December 12th, 2012 at 10:38 PM
Kuechly Named NFC Defensive Player of Week
Rookie linebacker Luke Kuechly is undoubtedly the brightest part of the Carolina Panthers' disappointing 4-9 season.
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The ninth overall pick recorded 16 tackles in last Sunday's win against the Atlanta Falcons, propelling him to number one in the NFL with 130 stops on the season.
"It's...
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...
Carolina Panthers Latest News: Injuries Continue to Pile up; Greg Hardy Slights Falcons
December 6th, 2012 at 7:01 AM
It feels like déjà vu.
Just like last season, the Carolina Panthers were quickly eliminated from playoff contention because of an inability to close out opponents in the fourth quarter.
And just like last season, the injuries are starting to mount up to an alarming level.
After placing a franchise-record 18 players on...
Carolina Panthers Snatch Defeat from Jaws of Victory, Lose Another Heartbreaker to Chicago Bears
October 29th, 2012 at 9:33 PM
I'm still trying to figure out exactly how the Carolina Panthers managed to lose to the Chicago Bears on Sunday.
The Panthers outgained the Bears by more than 200 yards, dominated the time of possession, won the turnover battle and held a 12-point lead in the fourth quarter.
But, somehow, the team...
Carolina Panthers Week 2 Injury Update
September 15th, 2012 at 6:38 PM
The Panthers will certainly need all decks on hand when they welcome the New Orleans Saints to town on Sunday. Currently, the team has several key players on the fence for this critical Week 2 matchup.
***PHOTO1*** Offense: Running back Jonathan Stewart, who was sorely missed against the Buccaneers last Sunday,...
Carolina Panthers Latest News and Notes: Andre Neblett Suspended, Greg Hardy Brags About Speeding
July 18th, 2012 at 7:39 PM
Andre Neblett Violates NFL's PED Policy
The NFL has announced that Carolina Panthers defensive tackle Andre Neblett has been suspended without pay for the first four regular-season games for violating the league's policy on performance-enhancing drugs.
The suspension will be a costly one for Neblett. The 6-0, 295-pound third-year pro will forfeit...
Carolina Panthers Latest News and Notes
June 17th, 2012 at 7:27 PM
Greg Hardy Learning From Last Offseason
***PHOTO1*** Almost a year after a motorcycle accident spoiled his offseason preparations, Panthers defensive end Greg Hardy is not only done riding - he's also in the best shape of his life.
Hardy, a sixth-round pick out of Ole Miss in 2010, added nearly 20 pounds...
Carolina Panthers: 2011 Season Defensive Report Card
January 8th, 2012 at 2:45 PM
The Carolina defense was decimated by injuries this season and struggled slowing down opponents. Here's how they ranked in several defensive categories.
28th in total defense, surrendering an average of 377.6 yards per game
24th in pass defense, surrendering an average of 246.8 pass yards per game
25th in rush defense, surrendering an...
Carolina Panthers’ Special Teams Takes a Step in the Right Direction
November 22nd, 2011 at 9:08 PM
In one of the bright spots in last Sunday's game against the Lions, the Carolina Panthers did something that they haven't done in eight years; return a kickoff for a touchdown.
I almost had to rub my eyes and make sure that I really did see Kealoha Pilares return a Jason...
Charles Johnson Worth Every Penny of His New Contract
October 14th, 2011 at 8:31 PM
Carolina Panthers defensive end Charles Johnson had career year in 2010, amassing career highs in sacks with 11.5 (7th in NFL) and tackles with 52. Johnson has proven to be a force in 2011 and one of the bright spots on a struggling Panthers defense. In the first five games...
Coaching Blunders Lead to Another Heartbreaking Loss for Carolina Panthers
October 9th, 2011 at 6:26 PM
The Carolina Panthers found themselves in the game in a first half that was dominated by the Saints. Cam Newton’s first pass was picked off by Patrick Robinson and returned to the three-yard line. The Saints were able to punch the ball into the end zone with a short Drew...
Pittsburgh Steelers Visit Carolina Panthers in Preseason Finale
September 1st, 2011 at 8:35 AM
The defending AFC champion Pittsburgh Steelers (2-1) will take on the Carolina Panthers (1-2) tonight at Bank of America Stadium in the fourth and final game of the preseason.
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Cam Newton will get one last rehearsal behind center for Carolina before the Panthers open the regular season at Arizona. While head...
Cam Newton Struggles in Passing Game, Defense Falters in Carolina Panthers’ Loss to Cincinnati Bengals
August 26th, 2011 at 6:57 PM
Cam Newton got three quarters to prove he can be an effective starting quarterback in the NFL. Newton's first drive was beautiful, capped off by a dazzling 16 yard touchdown run. This was a promising sign for Panthers fans as they witnessed the type of versatility that made Newton so...
Carolina Panthers Face Cincinnati Bengals in Matchup of Rookie Quarterbacks
August 25th, 2011 at 8:35 AM
The Carolina Panthers face the Cincinnati Bengals tonight at Paul Brown Stadium in a game featuring two of last year's worst teams.
This contest will be headlined by the play of Andy Dalton and Cam Newton, two rookie quarterbacks who have been handed the keys to their respective offenses. Neither Carolina's...
Carolina Panthers to Start Cam Newton at Cincinnati Bengals on Thursday
August 23rd, 2011 at 9:00 AM
Panthers head coach Ron Rivera has decided to start and play quarterback Cam Newton for the first three quarters in Thursday's preseason game at the Bengals. Although Rivera had previously indicated that he would name a starting quarterback before the Cincinnati game, he would not say if this decision cements...