Darin Gantt Profile

The Panthers are practicing Tuesday and taking Wednesday off, a departure from their normal work week. Plus more from Dave Canales on Monday.

The team waived veteran Jonathan Harris, who had appeared in seven games after being signed off the Dolphins practice squad.

Dave Canales talked about opportunity. And the Panthers beat the Cardinals with an ever-increasing number of people — and at least one virus — playing roles no one imagined.

A look at some of the key stats from the game, as well as the snap counts from Sunday's win against the Cardinals in Week 16. 

The Panthers quarterback showed some wheels, and showed some toughness in a 36-30 overtime win against the Cardinals, as he continues to grow into his role.

The Panthers trust their lead back implicitly, and he paid them back with the overtime-game winner Sunday afternoon. Just like they expected him to.

They hung on for a 36-30 win over the Cardinals, with Chuba Hubbard scoring the game-winner to cap a 152-yard day.

Rookie wideout Xavier Legette won't play because of a groin injury, veteran safety Jordan Fuller is inactive this week, and Cade Mays is out because of an illness.

The former Panthers wide receiver is being recognized for his off-field endeavors, as well as his involvement with the team's alumni program.

The Panthers will be without the rookie receiver, and a number of other starters are listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Cardinals.

The Panthers running back has trained for years for the amount of reps he's getting organically now. And he wants more in the weeks and seasons to come.

The Panthers were without right guard Robert Hunt Thursday because of an illness, and wide receiver Jalen Coker was limited because of a quadriceps issue.

The rookie receiver has always believed in himself, but after pushing through injuries he's back to making plays on the field, where the Panthers need him now.

The team held out a number of veteran starters with non-injury days, while rookie receiver Xavier Legette was held out with a hip issue.

Five weeks of positive (or at least non-negative) football was followed by a different kind. And that had people feeling some sort of way here before the holiday, while we seek peace and perspective.

Rookie Trevin Wallace and Claudin Cherelus were placed on IR Tuesday, leaving them thin at the position for the final three weeks.

Dave Canales is taking the long view of what he wants to build, by focusing on the short-term goals of each day the Panthers have left this season.

A look at some of the key stats from the game, as well as the snap counts from Sunday's loss to the Cowboys in Week 15. 

The Cowboys ran for 211 yards, the third straight week an opponent topped 200. Plus more from the aftermath of the 30-14 home loss.

After allowing just 22 sacks in 13 games, the Cowboys sacked Bryce Young repeatedly in the second half, as the Panthers weren't able to sustain their run game.

The Panthers made too many mistakes, and dropped to 3-11 with a 30-14 loss to the Cowboys at Bank of America Stadium

Jaycee Horn is active, but return man Raheem Blackshear and linebacker Trevin Wallace won't play today against the Cowboys.

The former Panthers safety will be back Sunday for the Cowboys game, and will hit the Keep Pounding drum heading into the fourth quarter.

The rookie linebacker didn't practice this week because of a shoulder injury, and will miss the Cowboys game. 

The rookie linebacker missed his second straight day of practice with a shoulder injury, as they prepare for Sunday's game against the Cowboys.

That team with a first-year head coach turned a December hot streak into a Super Bowl run the following year, creating an obvious parallel for what this year's Panthers team is trying to do.

A late hot streak in 2002 cost the Panthers some draft positioning, but by landing cornerstone tackle Jordan Gross, they got to enjoy wins in both the present and the future.

The linebacker and return specialist were held out of practice, along with a number of rest days as the Panthers began preparing for Sunday's game against Dallas.

The Panthers keep inching closer to the place they want to be. The fact they're doing it collectively is perhaps the best sign. Plus, many fine questions from the audience and at least one bad one.

The rookie running back was lost for the season to a torn ACL. The team added an experienced return option to the roster, plus other moves.

The rookie running back injured the same right knee he injured in college, and now faces another rehab.

A look at some of the key stats from the game, as well as the snap counts from Sunday's loss to the Eagles in Week 14. 

In the moments after another near-miss at Philadelphia, the Panthers reflected on the need to learn how to push through coming close and falling short.

Team is awaiting further word on tests on Jonathon Brooks, after he suffered a right knee injury during the loss to the Eagles.

Panthers had a chance at another late drive, but fall just short on the road, as Chuba Hubbard topped the 1,000-yard mark for the season.

The rookie running back left in the first quarter, and was carted to the locker room after being evaluated on the sidelines. That left the Panthers with one healthy running back.

Jadeveon Clowney did not travel with the team for the game against the Eagles. Plus the rest of the inactives.

The rookie receiver did not participate in Friday's practice, after doing some work each of the previous two days.

The Panthers have a name for that second play, and in recent weeks, Bryce Young has been making more and more of them.

The veteran linebacker was a limited participant on Wednesday, as the Panthers prepare for this week's trip to Philadelphia.

The Panthers wideout has a reputation for work ethic, but for also bringing "the juice" to teammates and opponents alike.

The running back admitted a play like last week's fumble would have affected him differently earlier in his career. Plus more on Bryce Young's sliding ability, and more from Wednesday.

The veteran outside linebacker did not participate Wednesday, as the team prepared for Sunday's game at Philadelphia.

The team brought in two new players and a familiar face, after some injuries forced some adjustments to the practice squad.

It's not just winter, and the snow on my windshield this morning. People are starting to gather than something's happening here, beyond the results of individual games.

A pair of offensive contributors are expected to return to the field this week, which could help with the red zone issues. Plus more from the aftermath of Sunday's OT loss to the Bucs.

A look at some of the key stats from the game, as well as the snap counts from Sunday's loss against the Bucs in Week 13. 

After entering the week as the league's most accurate kicker of all time, Piñeiro fell to third with a pair of missed field goals in the overtime loss. Plus, the NFL weighs on in Thielen's non-TD, and more.

The Panthers know all the reasons they lost to Tampa Bay Sunday, and they know those are reasons they're in control of. What made the 26-23 loss sting that much more.

The Panthers made plays, but missed chances in the red zone, missed field goals, and a fumble in overtime cost them against the Buccaneers.

Ja'Tavion Sanders and Jalen Coker won't play today against the Buccaneers, as the Panthers get back to division play.

The outside linebacker adds depth on defense and a proven contributor on special teams. Plus the rest of Saturday's moves.

The former special teamer and kick returner will be back this weekend to hit the Keep Pounding drum, and caught up this week to talk about the 2003 team and how close it was, in many ways.

The rookie tight end and wide receiver are the only players ruled out for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers.

Outside linebacker Jadeveon Clowney was held out of practice Thursday, along with Jalen Coker, Ja'Tavion Sanders, and Taylor Moton, who got his usual rest day.

This year's rookies are off to a promising start, but it's too soon to judge this class against some of the best groups in team history. We present a diplomatic Thanksgiving topic to debate.

Between a solid draft class and several undrafted guys making contributions, the Panthers are getting some good work from their first-year players.

Rookie tight end Ja'Tavion Sanders won't play Sunday, but he's doing much better, Canales said. Plus planning for Vea, rivalry week and Thanksgiving. 

The rookie quarterback has the gift of an even demeanor, which benefits him in his second season in the NFL. But he can admit that he actually enjoys this too, since they're making more plays now.

Tight end Ja'Tavion Sanders and wide receiver Jalen Coker were among the players who did not practice Wednesday as the team prepared for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers.

The veteran safety and special teamer has been on injured reserve since Week 8, but was cleared to resume practicing Wednesday.

The loss to the Chiefs left people feeling some sort of way, but the team wants to make sure the focus stays on winning. And fans are seeing a future that includes more of it. Among other things.

The team added former Vikings cornerback Akayleb Evans on Monday, adding to their inventory of corners with size.

Dave Canales said the Panthers have to get to the point where their own play is the focus, regardless the opponent. 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 against the Chiefs in Week 12. 

On a day when the Chiefs were determined to stop the run game, the Panthers made key plays there to tie the game in the late stages.

The Panthers quarterback played his best game of the season, then followed with a message to his teammates that this was the type of team they can be.

Bryce Young had his best statistical game of the season, making plays against a Chiefs defense that was determined to stop Chuba Hubbard. And they made Patrick Mahomes win it late.

Rookie wide receiver Jalen Coker is inactive this week, while veteran Adam Thielen returns to the lineup for the first time since Week 3.

The veteran running back suffered an ankle injury in the win over the Giants in Germany, and will miss at least the next four weeks. Plus more transactions on Saturday.

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.