How Did The Panthers Get In This Mess, And Who Is To Blame?
The Panthers find themselves in an unenviable position, with a losing record and few options for significant improvement through the upcoming draft. So how did they get here and who is to blame?
Cam Newton’s ‘Hello’ A Chance To Bid Ron Rivera ‘Farewell’
Cam Newton’s return to Charlotte will dominate the narrative on Sunday, but the game also marks a chance to say a proper goodbye to another familiar face.
Out Of Lifelines, Panthers Now Need To Save Their Own Season
The Panthers enter their bye week with five games to salvage something from what has been a highly disappointing season, a task that they are going to have to accomplish without further blockbuster moves.
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Cam Newton Is Not Just Back But Thriving, And That Is Worth Celebrating
The Panthers might not have come away with the win against Washington, but the play of Cam Newton is certainly something to savour while it’s here again
Quick Blitz Episode 38: Truth, Justice and a Better Tomorrow
Superman is back at the Bank! Sheena & Vashti discuss Cam Newton’s return and what it means for the Panthers AND the Carolinas.
It Is What It Is
Stay up to date with your favorite players and coaches as they speak to the media – updated daily with the latest in audio coverage from your favorite Panthers! Whether it’s exclusive one-on-ones or virtual press conferences, we’ve got your covered!
Superman Returns
Superman is back at the Bank! Sheena & Vashti discuss Cam Newton’s return and what it means for the Panthers AND the Carolinas.
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Walker Mehl of ESPN730 The Game joins the show to talk Dr. Bakaba, Don Shula, Shaq Thompson injury, CMC’s return and eating 48 ounces of steak as they breakdown the Panthers Week 4 loss to the Cowboys.
2021 Draft Review
Five trades, seven rounds and 11 rounds later, the Panthers draft class is complete – what do Vincent & JJ think about it? They’ll give out draft grades, rank their favorite (and least favorite) picks and talk through both the good and bad of the 2021 Panthers draft. They’ve watched tape on every single player coming to Carolina (even the long snapper) and they’re ready to share their opinions and breakdowns with you!
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Latest Reports
Quick Blitz Episode 38: Truth, Justice and a Better Tomorrow
Superman is back at the Bank! Sheena & Vashti discuss Cam Newton’s return and what it means for the Panthers AND the Carolinas.
Film Room: Panthers Offense Expects Cam Newton Boost
Cam Newton is back in the Carolinas, so we took a look at the tape to find out just how many plays Sam Darnold has left on the field that Cam should make.
The Football Gods Have Intervened on Cam Newton – And The Panthers – Behalf
Fate gives Panthers legend Cam Newton one more chance at glory and the opportunity to rewrite his ending in Carolina – and the Panthers a chance to make a late season surge.
As Panthers’ Defense Excels and Offense Stalls, Matt Rhule Must Prevent Locker-room Divide
As the Panthers’ offense continues to struggle, the potential for a rift between the offense and defense grows, but what can Matt Rhule do about this?
Grading Panthers’ Rookies Through First Half of The Season
The Panthers are now just over half-way through their 2021 season and, with that in mind, we’ve decided to look at how the rookie class has played thus far.
Player Profiles, Features & Interviews
Film Room: Haason Reddick Silencing Critics By Terrifying Quarterbacks
Haason Reddick was the Panthers’ premiere signing of the offseason and, with a hot start to 2021, is showing critics his 2020 production was no fluke.
It’s A Special One For Me, And I’ll Treat It Like Any Other Game: Frankie Luvu Looking Forward To Jets Reunion
Frankie Luvu was one of the standouts of the Panthers preseason, he spoke to The Riot Report about his preseason success and facing the Jets Week One.
Ryan Santoso On Learning Under Graham Gano And His Path To Being The New Panthers Kicker
New Panthers kicker Ryan Santoso talks his path to being an NFL kicker, his expectations for the 2021 Panthers and his relationship with Graham Gano.
News & Notes
Robby Anderson Returns And Other Notes From Day One Of Panthers’ Minicamp
Robby Anderson made his return to practice on Tuesday for the first day of Minicamp, but there were a lot of other things to note on and off the field as well.
Notes And Observations From The Second Week Of OTAs
Notes and Observations from Wednesday’s practice of the second week of OTAs, with a number of young defensive players impressing.
Black & Blue Friday: Panthers Cull Roster & Kick Off Offseason Of Change
The release of four veterans in a week marks the beginning of yet another tumultuous offseason in Carolina.
2021 Training Camp
Stock Down: Who Lost Preseason Week 2?
A lot of things didn’t go right for the Panthers in their preseason loss to the Ravens on Saturday, but we highlight five areas of ongoing concern.
Stock Up: Who Won Preseason Week 2?
There were a lot of things about the performance against the Ravens that the Panthers’ coaches will want to address, but we look at some of the positives.
Stock Down: Who Lost Panthers Preseason Week 1?
Not everything that happened on the field in the Panthers’ loss to the Colts can be viewed as a positive. Here are some that left something to be desired.
Analysis
Film Room: Panthers Offense Expects Cam Newton Boost
Cam Newton is back in the Carolinas, so we took a look at the tape to find out just how many plays Sam Darnold has left on the field that Cam should make.
Grading Panthers’ Rookies Through First Half of The Season
The Panthers are now just over half-way through their 2021 season and, with that in mind, we’ve decided to look at how the rookie class has played thus far.
Three Panthers Who May Be On The Move Before The Trade Deadline
The Panthers are just as likely to be sellers as buyers at the trade deadline, so which Panthers could be on the move as the Panthers look to restock picks?
Roaring Riot
Roaring Riot Tailgate With A Purpose Week 2 Photo Gallery
Some select photos from the Roaring Riot’s tailgate before the Panthers beat up the Saints in Week 2 of the 2021 Season!
Roaring Riot Tailgate With A Purpose Week 1 Photo Gallery
Some select photos from the Roaring Riot’s first tailgate of 2021!
Roaring Riot Announces New Tailgate Location
After a half-decade at Cedar Yard One, the Roaring Riot is moving their weekly tailgate even closer to Bank of America Stadium.
Practice & Game Recaps
Dispatches From Panthers Training Camp: McCaffrey Still Unstoppable
A sloppy day out on the practice fields leads to some correction from the coaches – plus a look at the best player on the field, how the offensive line is gelling and more.
Dispatches From Panthers Training Camp: War Of Attrition
Players are beginning to get nicked up, a specialist is failing to impress but a wide receiver is showing more skills than the Panthers originally bargained for in today’s training camp observations.
Dispatches From Panthers Training Camp: Peanut Punchin’
New fun drills for Matt Rhule’s Panthers before they jump into almost an entire session of full team drills to try to get ready for the NFL season starting in just a few weeks.
Opinion
Cam Newton’s ‘Hello’ A Chance To Bid Ron Rivera ‘Farewell’
Cam Newton’s return to Charlotte will dominate the narrative on Sunday, but the game also marks a chance to say a proper goodbye to another familiar face.
Three Panthers Who May Be On The Move Before The Trade Deadline
The Panthers are just as likely to be sellers as buyers at the trade deadline, so which Panthers could be on the move as the Panthers look to restock picks?
Sam Darnold Has To Do Something To Change The Narrative. Right Now.
Panthers quarterback needs to provide the same emotional jolt that led to their Week 7 opponent rallying to beat Carolina.
Photo Galleries
Roaring Riot Tailgate With A Purpose Week 1 Photo Gallery
Some select photos from the Roaring Riot’s first tailgate of 2021!
Photo Gallery: Roaring Riot Watch Party – Week 1
Photo Gallery: The Best Of Luke Kuechly
I was lucky enough to photograph Luke Kuechly for the past two seasons. Here are some of my favorite shots of the best linebacker in Panthers history.
