Along with Ekwonu, the Panthers may have to make a huge decision on quarterback Bryce Young after the season. The former No. 1 overall pick will be entering his fifth-year option in 2027—so the time to make a long-term commitment, if they so choose, is coming up.

No running backs. No tight ends. But others who can compete for starter roles. Four points from a chat with Dave Canales and Dan Morgan.

The Panthers are adding talent, but they're not helping themselves in the most important spots.

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The Panthers selected a talented defensive lineman Friday during the second round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Learn more about Lee Hunter.

Parker Petersen earned his NFL opportunity, signing as an undrafted free agent with the Carolina Panthers, per UW football.

The Carolina Panthers showed immense improvement in the last season with 8 wins and 9 losses as the team qualified in the playoffs for the first time since 2017, which has sparked hope. While the Carolina Panthers have shown improvement since their run on the field in 2024 season,

Penn State safety Zakee Wheatley is the fourth Nittany Lion selected in the 2026 NFL Draft, chosen by the Carolina Panthers with the 151st overall pick in the fifth round, Saturday, April 25. Wheatley attended Archbishop Spalding High School in Maryland,