TJ Olsen update: Former Carolina tight end's son out of surgery

The undrafted rookie safety has found himself in the starting lineup for the Panthers, a quick ascension for a DB with plenty of room still to grow.

Jadeveon Clowney's focus is on being able to be ready for game day, while Xavier Legette had teammates rolling when he brought a container of his favorite delicacy out to share

Three more players went on the report Thursday with the illness designation, in addition to the players dealing with injuries.

Tuesday's half-speed work was held without four players, but everyone else was a full participant.

Get to know the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and how they might have changed in a month, ahead of the Week 17 matchup. 

The Panthers linebacker laughed about having to share his birthday with that other celebration, but said it was good because the entire extended family was around.

A different kind of Christmas spirit is making waves this season, as Bryce Young takes on a new persona. Plus, Canales on returning to Tampa and more. 

It's a Christmas Eve edition of the Mailbag, in which we talk about the face of the franchise and also the quarterback, who can take a shot under pressure and keep dealing. Also, holiday stuff.

The Panthers running back had 152 yards and two touchdowns, including the dramatic overtime game-winner last week against the Cardinals.

The team added some needed linebacker depth Tuesday, bringing back a player who has spent parts of the last three seasons here.

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.