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Free Agency: The Panthers bring back K Eddy Pineiro on 2 year deal, release Zane Gonzalez
Stephen Lew-USA TODAY Sports The Panthers have made their decision at the kicker position While it was originally reported that the Panthers would retain Zane Gonzalez as their kicker, that turned out to be false as of Thursday night. Panthers bring back Eddy Pineiro on a two-year deal, release kicker Zane Gonzalez.— Joe Person (@josephperson) March 23, 2023 #Panthers bring back kicker Eddy Piñeirohttps://t.co/ZeBjUUQMBG— Carolina Panthers (@Panthers) March 23, 2023 Pineiro had to step in for the Panthers late in the offseason of 2022 following an injury...
Cat Scratch Reader 22 hours ago
Panthers brass to continue their Pro Day tour at Alabama today
Photo by Michael Hickey/ The vast majority of the Carolina Panthers brain trust has moved on to Tuscaloosa, Alabama. They are there to observe Bryce Young, one of the top quarterbacks in the 2023 NFL Draft and the second most likely pick for the Panthers according to the current odds on DraftKings Sportsbook. The main event began today at 10:00 AM EST and will be televised at 1:00 PM EST on the SEC Network. Young could take the field at any minute now. Similarly to how they treated CJ Stroud’s event in Columbus, Ohio, the Panthers leadership made it into town early...
Cat Scratch Reader Mar 23, 2023
Keep Sounding: Panthers sign Miles Sanders, Adam Thielen, etc.
The Panthers continue to sign all of the free agents. The free agent signings start coming and they don’t stop coming. The Carolina Panthers continue to do everything in the free agent market, so there’s plenty more to talk about, but first...other stuff. Here’s the rundown: Cam Newton threw at Auburn’s pro day which is cool for him Cam’s viability as an NFL player, potential fits, and why the Panthers aren’t one of them The Panthers keep making our podcasts immediately out of date Miles Sanders’ fit in Carolina and how he might be utilized differently here...
Cat Scratch Reader Mar 22, 2023
2023 NFL Draft: Panthers attend Ohio State’s Pro Day in force
Photo by David Jensen/ At least twelve of the Panthers top decision makers are in Columbus today It will come as no surprise that the Carolina Panthers are in Columbus, Ohio today to watch C.J. Stroud’s pro day at Ohio State University. This is expected as part of their due diligence into all of the top quarterbacks in the 2023 NFL Draft. What may come as a surprise is that the organization is in attendance with at least twelve of their top decision makers. Owners David and Nicole Tepper, general manager Scott Fitterer, head coach Frank Reich, assistant general...
Cat Scratch Reader Mar 21, 2023
Free Agency: The Panthers agree to terms to re-sign DL Henry Anderson
Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports The Panthers continue to bolster their new defensive front. The Panthers are bringing back a familiar face for their new look 3-4 defense in 2023. #Panthers agree to terms with Henry Andersonhttps://t.co/lWjizbr3tb— Carolina Panthers (@Panthers) March 21, 2023 The Panthers are reportedly bringing back Henry Anderson on a 1 year deal for the 2023 season. Anderson played in 11 games for the Panthers in 2022, though he suffered a stroke midway through the season which caused him to miss from game 7 to game 12. Anderson generally played...
Cat Scratch Reader Mar 20, 2023
Examining the Panthers defense as we reach the second wave of NFL Free Agency
Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports The Panthers made a few moves on defense, but building it in the image Ejiro Evero wants should see some more signings. The Panthers are in a transition period as a whole, though Frank Reich and Ejiro Evero appear to be building around the established pieces on defense rather than blowing up the unit and starting over. They made a few signings, none of which being particularly flashy, but the move to a 3-4 should see some new faces via the second wave of free agency and the NFL Draft. Let’s dive in. Defensive Line Key Additions: DT Shy...
Cat Scratch Reader Mar 20, 2023
Reasons to be excited about the Panthers new running back Miles Sanders
Brace Hemmelgarn-USA TODAY Sports The former Eagle is coming off his first Pro Bowl season and is poised to make a huge impact in Carolina. Carolina Panthers general manager Scott Fitterer has overseen a virtually flawless free agency period with signings that will bolster both sides of the ball. The free agency acquisition that could have the most impact of them all is the signing of former Philadelphia Eagles running back Miles Sanders. Yes, I know in recent years that running back has been deemed to be the most replaceable position in football, but it’s also...
Cat Scratch Reader Mar 19, 2023
NFL Free Agency: The Panthers are signing wide receiver Adam Thielen to a 3 year deal
Matt Krohn-USA TODAY Sports The Panthers have finally made a move for their biggest need on offense The Panthers finally signed a wide receiver. Sources: The #Panthers are finalizing a 3-year deal with former #Vikings WR Adam Thielen, as his second act begins in Carolina. pic.twitter.com/briLunUjpg— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 19, 2023 After trading DJ Moore as part of their deal with the Chicago Bears for the #1 overall pick, the Panthers have finally added someone to try and fill that void. Adam Thielen visited with the Panthers earlier this week, but left...
Cat Scratch Reader Mar 19, 2023
Examining the Panthers offense as we reach the second wave of the NFL Free Agency period
Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports The Panthers made some moves in the first week of free agency, what other additions could we see in the coming days? I gotta say I’ve enjoyed this Panthers free agency period, even if they choose to announce signings at inopportune times! They’ve made what I would call shrewd moves to address some holes without making a whole lot of splashes. Offensively, we’re seeing the biggest transition this offseason since the team drafted Cam Newton, between bringing in a whole bunch of talented offensive coaches, acquiring the 1st overall pick,...
Cat Scratch Reader Mar 17, 2023
Free Agency: Panthers sign offensive lineman Justin McCray
Jamie Sabau-USA TODAY Sports The Panthers have added a versatile offensive lineman for depth in 2023 The Panthers have kicked off the second wave of free agency, signing an offensive lineman who has played at every spot along the front. #Panthers agree to terms with Justin McCrayhttps://t.co/iPk7hkYHgj— Carolina Panthers (@Panthers) March 17, 2023 Justin McCray played for now Panthers offensive line coach James Campen with three different NFL squads, so this is clearly a move to add a familiar face as depth for the Panthers. McCray most recently spent time with...
Cat Scratch Reader Mar 16, 2023
Free Agency: Panthers create more cap savings on contracts for Donte Jackson and Ian Thomas
Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports Two of the Panthers major extensions from last season have been reworked The Panthers active free agency period continued on Thursday as they reworked two of the more... um... maligned deals from 2022. First, they got Ian Thomas to take a pay cut. Panthers TE Ian Thomas has taken a pay cut, per league source and as @TomPelissero said.A year after getting 3-yr, $16.95M contract, Thomas agrees to $3M and $3.65M salaries in ‘23 and ‘24.Move creates extra $2.875M in cap space this year.— Joe Person (@josephperson) March 16, 2023 Ian...
Cat Scratch Reader Mar 15, 2023
Free Agency: The Panthers have signed former Broncos DT DeShawn Williams
Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports The Panthers continue to build their 3-4 front The Panthers flurry of free agency moves continued Wednesday night. This time, someone new defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero should have a ton of familiarity with. #Panthers agree to terms with DeShawn Williamshttps://t.co/Mlr1EeIyJo— Carolina Panthers (@Panthers) March 15, 2023 DeShawn Williams started 15 games for Evero’s 3-4 defense in Denver last season, playing in all 17. It was by far the most productive season of his career, as he logged 4.5 sacks and 8 QB hits along with 37...
Cat Scratch Reader Mar 15, 2023
Free Agency: The Panthers have signed RB Miles Sanders
Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports The Panthers have addressed their running back position The Panthers went into free agency needing a running back, after trading Christian McCaffrey to the 49ers midway through the 2022 season and D’Onta Foreman set to hit free agency this offseason. It appears they’ve made a move to address the position. Sources: Miles Sanders is headed to the #Panthers.— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 15, 2023 Miles Sanders was the top running back for a dynamic Philadelphia Eagles squad that is coming off a Super Bowl berth. In 2022 alone,...
Cat Scratch Reader Mar 15, 2023
Free Agency: Panthers sign Hayden Hurst
Photo by Michael Owens/ The former University of South Carolina product comes home. The Carolina Panthers are signing former University of South Carolina tight end Hayden Hurst to a three-year deal. General Manager Scott Fitterer attacked free agency last year in such a way as to fill all of the Panthers needs in advance of the draft and this year is shaping up no differently. The #Panthers have agreed to terms with South Carolina alum, TE Hayden Hurst, on three-year deal, a league source confirms. @RapSheet and @MikeGarafolo had agreement and contract length...
Cat Scratch Reader Mar 15, 2023
Free Agency: Adam Thielen set to visit Panthers today
Photo by Stacy Revere/ Carolina gets the first look at one of the top names in free agency Veteran wide receiver Adam Thielen is visiting the Carolina Panthers today, per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. He has spent the last nine seasons with the Minnesota Vikings. This is interesting: The #Panthers are expected to host former #Vikings WR Adam Thielen on a visit tomorrow. The veteran has plenty left and Carolina will get the first look.— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 14, 2023 Thielen was a UDFA in 2013 who has since become a two-time Pro Bowler and one of the most...
