Darin Gantt Profile

He came here in 2015 looking for a starting job, and ended up with a career-high seven interceptions on a star-studded defense, with a major star on the other side of the ball. He remembers it well.

The kicker did not participate in Friday's practice with a left knee issue, as the team prepares for Sunday's game against the Chiefs.

By putting a pair of big-ticket guards alongside some existing parts, and bolstering the coaching staff as well, the Panthers are developing a personality that starts with their offensive line.

Kicker Eddy Piñeiro was limited on Thursday with a left knee issue, along with outside linebacker DJ Wonnum.

The Panthers haven't seen him since 2020, but those who have played him before stressed the importance of discipline against the two-time MVP and three-time Super Bowl champion.

Left guard Damien Lewis was out with an illness, but left tackle Ikem Ekwonu was back Wednesday after missing the previous two games.

The Panthers legends were among the 25 semifinalists announced Wednesday morning, with Smith reaching that stage for the fourth straight year and Kuechly in his first year of eligibility.

The Panthers are coming out of the bye week, and into a tougher second half of the season. But recent weeks have also created a sense of progress. You had questions about what it means.

The Panthers kicker became the most accurate kicker in league history Sunday without even playing — not that he thinks he's the best of all time or anything.

Panthers head coach Dave Canales said Monday he was sticking with Young for the fourth straight game, as they prepare for the one-loss Chiefs and Patrick Mahomes.

The Panthers added the cornerback to the active roster after he played in the previous three games as a practice squad elevation. They also placed tight end Ian Thomas on injured reserve.

A lot of positivity after a win in Germany and a winning streak. Plus lots on Bryce Young and Chuba Hubbard's future, cultural exchange, trend lines, schnitzel, and road signs that made me giggle.

The veteran wide receiver is back on the 53-man roster at the end of his practice window, after missing the last seven games with a hamstring issue.

The Panthers got off a long flight home Monday morning, and were able to reflect on a successful trip (for more than football reasons). Plus more from the last pre-bye day of work.

A look at some of the key stats from the game, as well as the snap counts from Sunday's win against the Giants in Week 10. 

The Panthers quarterback was efficient, didn't turn the ball over, and led the team to a win over the Giants in Germany. That was more important than the future.

Days after a "life-changing" contract extension, the Panthers running back set a new career-best rushing mark, scored a touchdown, and helped his team win two in a row.

They gave up a late lead, but made the plays they needed to escape from Munich with a 20-17 win over the Giants.

Jonathon Brooks won't play today. Also, the Panthers will be without left tackle Ikem Ekwonu again this week, with Brady Christensen expected to replace him in the lineup

The team added Jordan Fuller and DJ Wonnum back to the active roster, and added some depth from the practice squad.

The outside linebacker has had a complicated offseason, so he's itching to get back into the lineup as soon as he can, and to do as much as he can.

The left tackle and the veteran receiver were ruled out Friday, following practice at Bayern Munich's training facility.

With the Panthers heading to Germany overnight, with a full day Friday, the effort to get some sleep takes on extra importance.

The Panthers running back was soft-spoken as usual, but expressed his gratitude for Thursday's new contract. Teammates, meanwhile, are eager to build around him for the future.

Ikem Ekwonu and Adam Thielen were held out of practice because of their injuries, while veteran tackle Taylor Moton got a rest day before the trip to Germany.

By investing in their starting running back, they sent a message to the rest of the roster about how they want to work.

Hubbard would have been a free agent at the end of the season, but the team rewarded him with a new deal Thursday morning before leaving for Germany.

The rookie running back could play this weekend. Plus more from Wednesday's practice.

Dave Canales announced Wednesday that the second-year quarterback would remain in the lineup for this week's game against the Giants in Germany.

The Panthers gave some of they key contributors days off on Wednesday, as they prepare for this week's trip to Germany to play the Giants.

The team waived Nick Thurman, who started four games earlier this season, opening another place on the 53-man roster with a number of players closer to returning.

Was it a perfect win? No. But it's better than an imperfect loss. With more on the next steps, the rookie class, quarterback questions, whether socks are truly lucky, and a very special letter.

To make plays late on both sides of the ball, in a game that had plenty of chances to get sideways, was evidence to them of what Dave Canales is trying to build.

A look at some of the key stats from the game, as well as the snap counts from Sunday's win against the Saints in Week 9. 

Hubbard had two touchdowns, and a group with two starters at new positions cleared the way for the second win of the season.

Leading a game-winning touchdown drive, and being able to take knees in victory formation were new experiences for a guy who was benched after two games this season.

Chuba Hubbard's second touchdown was the difference, as the Panthers got their second win of the season.

The Panthers will be without left tackle Ikem Ekwonu, as expected. Tight end Tommy Tremble is also inactive, after he was listed as questionable on the injury report.

The team signed the veteran tight end from the practice squad Saturday, adding some depth at the position. Plus other moves.

The Panthers first-round pick in 2004, Gamble went onto a standout career here, and holds the franchise record for career interceptions.

The left tackle has been ruled out of Sunday's game against the Saints, after leaving last week's game at Denver with an ankle injury.

The veteran is again the backup this week after his thumb injury, but said he felt well enough that he's confident he could play Sunday.

The Panthers rookie wideout was listed as limited with a toe issue on Thursday, though most of the players on the report were full participants.

The veteran wideout went from keeping the coyotes away from his cows to shepherding a group of young receivers here, evidence of why Dave Canales keeps bringing him places.

Dave Canales said part of the decision to start Bryce Young Sunday against the Saints was to give Dalton time to heal fully. Plus more from Wednesday including Brooks and Wonnum updates.

The second-year quarterback will start Sunday's game with the Saints, after Andy Dalton returned to the practice field.

The quarterback was listed as a full participant in Wednesday's practice as they prepare for this week's game against the Saints.

The Panthers have gotten production out of this year's picks and some undrafted players, which is a positive if that's what you're looking for. Plus more of your questions about what's next.

The former Rams safety was signed last week to add depth at the position for the game against the Broncos. Plus a practice squad move. 

The team got a fifth-round pick from the Ravens for the veteran wide receiver and a sixth-round pick on Tuesday.

Dave Canales said tightening up the processes on offense would be a priority this week as they prepare for the Saints, plus more from Monday.

A look at some of the key stats from the game, as well as the snap counts from Sunday's loss to the Broncos in Week 8. 

Dave Canales wasn't ready to declare next week's starter, saying he wanted to see how Andy Dalton progressed this week after suffering a thumb injury in a car wreck.

Early promise on both offense and defense didn't hold up Sunday, as the Panthers dropped to 1-7 on the season, with Bryce Young starting under center for the first time since Week 2.

The Panthers had a long list of injuries this week, and that reflected in their inactive list for Sunday's game against the Broncos. Quarterback Andy Dalton leads the list.

The veteran safety and special teamer will be down for the next four weeks, but the Panthers backfilled at the position with two additions among their Saturday moves.

Wideouts Diontae Johnson and Adam Thielen have already been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Broncos.

The Panthers practice squad quarterback could be necessary this week depending on the status of Andy Dalton's thumb injury. And he's getting work where he can between scout team snaps.

The outside linebacker detailed his medical journey, which included three surgeries, an infection, and blood clots. But as he nears a return to the field, he does so with a new perspective.

The Panthers quarterback was among the group of players not participating Thursday, as he continues to rest his sprained thumb.

Jadeveon Clowney was on the field with DJ Wonnum, the first time the South Carolina products were there at the same time this offseason. Plus more from a wild Wednesday.

The Panthers quarterback won't start this week because of a sprained thumb, but he's happy that his wife and kids (and Wynnie the dog) are all healthy after Tuesday's car accident.

Young replaces the injured Andy Dalton in the lineup, after Dalton suffered a sprained right thumb in a traffic accident.

The quarterback was listed with a right thumb issue on Wednesday, after his traffic accident on Tuesday afternoon.

Steve Smith and Luke Kuechly were among the final 50 after a reduction from a screening committee, along with Jared Allen, who played his final season here.

The quarterback was not in full uniform Wednesday afternoon during the portion of practice open to the media.

Outside linebacker DJ Wonnum returns to the field after his stint on the PUP list, while Adam Thielen and Jordan Fuller are designated to return from injured reserve.

After a tough loss in Washington, the Panthers are trying to get onto the next thing as quickly as possible. You had many thoughts, including on the man who earned the phrase: "That cat can ball."

The team added outside linebacker Cam Gill and defensive end Jonathan Harris off other teams' practice squads Tuesday, among a handful of moves.

The Panthers had plenty to talk through in the wake of the 40-7 loss at Washington, and Dave Canales continued to emphasize the accountability during the team meeting.

A look at some of the key stats from the game, as well as the snap counts from Sunday's loss to the Commanders in Week 7.

The Panthers had been able to run the ball well in recent weeks, but the early deficit and the Washington defense kept them from leaning on that during a difficult day.

First-quarter mistakes on offense led to an early deficit, and the Panthers did not recover as they slid to 1-6 on the season.

The Panthers had a long list of injuries this week, and that reflected in their inactive list for Sunday's game against the Commanders.

Jansen will move into a tie for 55th place in league history, joining a group that includes former Panthers safety and Panthers Radio Network announcer Eugene Robinson.

The team activated cornerback Dane Jackson from injured reserve and signed defensive tackle T.J. Smith from the practice squad to the active roster, among other moves.

The Panthers will be without at least three defensive starters against Washington, and outside linebacker Jadeveon Clowney is doubtful.

He said he was "naturally shy" as a kid, but he was naturally a left tackle in college. He's adapted from both of those, as he learned to be the signal-caller in the middle of the Panthers offensive line.

Four additional players were added to the report Thursday to get the total to 22, including left tackle Ikem Ekwonu.

The veteran special teams captain was all smiles in his first day of practice after recovering from a broken foot. Plus more from Wednesday.