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FILE - In this Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, file photo New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold warms up before the NFL football game against the New England Patriots in Foxborough, Mass. The New York Jets traded Darnold Monday, April 5, 2021, to the Carolina Panthers, ending a stint that was marked by a few flashes of brilliance, inconsistent play, and unfortunate injuries. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa, File)
QB Sam Darnold excited to be where he's 'wanted' in Carolina

By Steve Reed Apr. 12, 2021 04:03 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, file photo New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold warms up before an NFL football game against the New England Patriots in Foxborough, Mass. The New York Jets traded Darnold Monday, April 5, 2021, to the Carolina Panthers, ending a stint that was marked by a few flashes of brilliance, inconsistent play, and unfortunate injuries. (AP Photo/Stew Milne, File)
See ya Sam: Jets trade Darnold to Panthers for 3 draft picks

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Apr. 05, 2021 04:21 PM EDT

Panthers focus on rebuilding up front as QB decision awaits

By Steve Reed Mar. 24, 2021 04:50 PM EDT
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Panthers coach Matt Rhule and new general manager Scott Fitterer have spent the offseason upgrading the team’s offensive and defensive...

FILE - Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady leaves the field an NFL divisional round playoff football game against the New Orleans Saints in New Orleans, in this Sunday, Jan. 17, 2021, file photo. om Brady has agreed to a contract extension with the Buccaneers that provides the Super Bowl champions with much-needed salary cap relief and will help the seven-time NFL champion reach a goal of playing until he’s at least 45. Brady posted a picture of himself on Twitter, signing the extension Friday, March 12, 2021, with the message: “In pursuit of 8 ... LFG@ Buccaneers we’re keeping the band together.” (AP Photo/Brett Duke, File)
Nobody comes for free in NFL free agency that begins Monday

By Barry Wilner Mar. 13, 2021 01:20 PM EST

FILE - In this Oct. 11, 2020, file photo, Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott throws a pass in the first half of an NFL football game against the New York Giants in Arlington, Texas. The Cowboys and Prescott have finally agreed on a contract two years after negotiations began with the star quarterback. The team the agreement was reached Monday, March 8, 2021, with further details to be announced. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth, File)
Recent history of free agency shows it's a cautionary tale

By Josh Dubow Mar. 11, 2021 12:39 PM EST

Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson walks off the field before an NFL football game against the Tennessee Titans Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Houston. Star quarterback Deshaun Watson has requested a trade from the Houston Texans, a person familiar with the move told The Associated Press. The person spoke to the AP on the condition of anonymity Thursday, Jan. 28, 2021, because they weren’t authorized to discuss the request publicly. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)
NFL carousel will spin soon, and not just for quarterbacks

By Barry Wilner Feb. 10, 2021 12:10 PM EST

AP source: Former Washington QB Haskins to visit Panthers

By Steve Reed Jan. 09, 2021 01:15 PM EST
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — A person familiar with the situation says former Washington quarterback Dwayne Haskins will visit the Panthers on Monday. ...

Carolina Panthers quarterback Teddy Bridgewater (5) moves around the reach of Washington Football Team defensive tackle Jonathan Allen (93) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)
Panthers next GM will have decision to make at quarterback

By Steve Reed Jan. 04, 2021 02:09 PM EST

Carolina Panthers quarterback Teddy Bridgewater is tackled by New Orleans Saints cornerback P.J. Williams during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Gerry Broome)
Saints rout Panthers 33-7 to earn No. 2 seed in NFC playoffs

By Steve Reed Jan. 03, 2021 07:34 PM EST

New Orleans Saints tight end Jared Cook scores between Carolina Panthers strong safety Juston Burris, left, and cornerback Donte Jackson during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Brian Blanco)
New Orleans Saints at Carolina Panthers 1/3/2021

Jan. 03, 2021 05:14 PM EST

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Isaiah McKenzie (19) celebrates with teammates after running in for a touchdown in the first half of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/John Munson)
The Latest: Henry runs for 2k, Titans' doink wins AFC South

By The Associated Press Jan. 03, 2021 12:16 PM EST

Saints can become first team to go 6-0 in the NFC South

By The Associated Press Dec. 31, 2020 10:10 AM EST
NEW ORLEANS (11-4) at CAROLINA (5-10) Sunday, 4:25 p.m. ET, Fox OPENING LINE - Saints by 6 1/2 ...

Carolina Panthers' Curtis Samuel can't catch a pass during the second half of an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers Saturday, Dec. 19, 2020, in Green Bay, Wis. The Packers won 24-16. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
Panthers face growing dilemma on whether to keep WR Samuel

By Steve Reed Dec. 28, 2020 02:15 PM EST

NFL Today, Week 16

By The Associated Press Dec. 27, 2020 08:59 PM EST
SCOREBOARD Monday, Dec. 28 Buffalo Bills at New England Patriots, 8:15 p.m., ESPN — Josh Allen and the AFC East...

Carolina Panthers wide receiver Curtis Samuel (10) is stopped by Washington Football Team defensive tackle Tim Settle (97) and Washington Football Team defensive back Jeremy Reaves (39) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh)
Samuel does best McCaffrey impression in Panthers' win

By Stephen Whyno Dec. 27, 2020 08:57 PM EST

Carolina Panthers wide receiver Brandon Zylstra (16) is surround by teammates after scoring a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Washington Football Team, Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh)
Washington beaten by Panthers, fails to clinch NFC East

By Stephen Whyno Dec. 27, 2020 07:11 PM EST

Carolina Panthers quarterback P.J. Walker (6) warms up before the start of an NFL football game against the Washington Football Team, Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Mark Tenally)
Carolina Panthers at Washington Football Team 12/27/2020

Dec. 27, 2020 02:40 PM EST

FILE - In this Dec. 20, 2020, file photo, Washington Football Team quarterback Dwayne Haskins (7) and the offense runs a play during an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks in Landover, Md. Virginians have long been sidelined when it comes to gambling, but it is a safe proposition that sometime before the upcoming Super Bowl they will be able to wager from the comfort of their couches as Virginia joins a growing list of states that allow sports wagering. (AP Photo/Mark Tenally, File)
Rivera, Washington could clinch NFC East by beating Carolina

By Stephen Whyno Dec. 24, 2020 02:19 PM EST

Rivera facing Carolina for first time as Washington coach

By The Associated Press Dec. 24, 2020 10:10 AM EST
CAROLINA (4-10) at WASHINGTON (6-8) Saturday, 4:05 p.m. EST, CBS OPENING LINE — Washington by 3 ...

Carolina Panthers' Jeremy Chinn stops Green Bay Packers' Aaron Jones- on a long run during the first half of an NFL football game Saturday, Dec. 19, 2020, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
Another December surge for Jones gives Packers confidence

By Steve Megargee Dec. 21, 2020 03:46 PM EST