CHARLOTTE — The Panthers were without two more starters on the defensive line Wednesday. Veterans A'Shawn Robinson (knee) and Shy Tuttle (foot) were held out of Wednesday's practice as the team began preparations for Sunday's game against the Raiders.
A group of 16 former Panthers players and one current assistant coach are among the 167 preliminary nominees for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2025. This group includes notable first-time eligibles, who aspire to join Class of 2024 inductee Julius Peppers.
CHARLOTTE — The Panthers plan to start veteran quarterback Andy Dalton on Sunday against the Las Vegas Raiders. This will be just the second start for Dalton in a Panthers uniform. Before Carolina heads west, an examination of Dalton's career statistics is warranted.
CHARLOTTE — Dave Canales, head coach of the Panthers, attempted to lighten the mood on a rainy Wednesday practice session with a joke. "Great practice in the rain," Canales quipped, adding, "I promised the guys it will not be raining in Vegas when we go out there...as we're playing indoors."
Charlotte FC will face Orlando City in a crucial match as the season approaches its final stretch. The game is scheduled for Wednesday, September 18, at Inter & Co Stadium in Orlando, FL, with kickoff set for 8:15 p.m. ET. The match will be broadcast on FS1 and MLS Season Pass on Apple TV, and can be listened to on WFNZ 92.7 FM (English) and WOLS 106.1 FM (Spanish).
A unique collaboration between Charlotte FC and Black Sheep, facilitated by adidas Skateboarding, is set to launch on September 20. The collection includes two items inspired by the colors of Charlotte FC and elements from Black Sheep skating. Additionally, a line of exclusive players-only gear will be showcased this week.
The Panthers made a series of roster adjustments on Tuesday due to injuries necessitating changes. The team signed practice squad tight end Feleipe Franks to the active roster, released tight end Jordan Matthews, and waived outside linebacker Eku Leota.
Charlotte FC is preparing for a critical midweek match against Orlando City, viewed as a pivotal six-point contest. Currently, only two points separate the two Eastern Conference teams. Orlando City has recently moved ahead of Charlotte in the standings, securing 5th place amidst a strong run of form. With the season nearing its conclusion and only six games remaining, both teams are engaged in a tight race for playoff positions. This match could significantly influence their final standings and playoff prospects.
CHARLOTTE — The Panthers (0-2) are set to face the Las Vegas Raiders (1-1) this weekend in a Week 3 matchup. The Panthers will enter the game with a new starting quarterback, while the Raiders come off a comeback win against the Baltimore Ravens. Historically, the Panthers hold a 3-4 record against the Raiders, with a 2-2 record at home and 1-2 on the road. Notably, Andy Dalton is undefeated in his career starts against the Raiders.
The City of Charlotte and Freedom Communities hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to mark the official opening of the Freedom Business Collective, a new resource center for entrepreneurs, small business owners, and job seekers in West Charlotte.
In July, the median sale price of a home in Mecklenburg County rose by $50,000 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales decreased by 8.4%.
CHARLOTTE — Panthers head coach Dave Canales addressed questions Monday regarding the decision to bench quarterback Bryce Young in favor of Andy Dalton. Canales emphasized that the decision was made with the entire team's best interest in mind, aiming to curb an 0-2 start as they prepare for this week's game against Las Vegas.
Andy Dalton addressed the media in Charlotte after being named the Carolina Panthers' new starting quarterback. "I'm really excited for this opportunity," Dalton said, expressing enthusiasm about his unexpected promotion. He will take over in Week 3 against the Las Vegas Raiders.