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2020 Schedule
2020 Schedule
5-11, 3rd in NFC South
Panthers hire Seahawks' Fitterer to be new GM
The Panthers hired former Seahawks executive Scott Fitterer as their new general manager.
NFL rookie rankings: Herbert or Jefferson? Young or Chinn? Ranking the best first-years
Justin Herbert or Justin Jefferson for the top offensive rookie? Is the top defensive player Chase Young or Jeremy Chinn? We ranked the top 10 first-years of the season.
How Dolphins, Panthers will benefit from coaching 2021 Senior Bowl
Miami, which has two first-round picks, and Carolina, which drafts at No. 8, will get prime opportunities to see prospects in person in Mobile, Alabama.
Ex-WFT QB Haskins to visit Carolina, source says
The Panthers will host former Washington quarterback Dwayne Haskins for a visit on Monday, a source confirmed to ESPN's David Newton.
Sources: Satterfield to be South Carolina OC
Carolina Panthers assistant coach Marcus Satterfield has agreed to a deal to become South Carolina's offensive coordinator, sources told ESPN.
Peetz, mentored by Brady, joins LSU as new OC
LSU has hired Jake Peetz, who worked under former Tigers assistant Joe Brady with the Carolina Panthers, as its new offensive coordinator.
Saints rout Panthers 33-7 to earn No. 2 seed in NFC playoffs
— Drew Brees threw for 201 yards and three touchdowns, the Saints had five interceptions and New Orleans defeated the Carolina Panthers 33-7 on Sunday to wrap up the No. 2 seed in the NFC playoffs.
RB McCaffrey ending 2020 on sideline yet again
Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey (quad) will miss his seventh straight game and 13th on the season as Carolina tries to play spoiler against the Saints.
NFL experts predict: Week 17 upsets, Darnold's future with Jets and top fantasy pick in 2021
Should New York draft a quarterback with the No. 2 pick? Is Christian McCaffrey still the top fantasy player? Our insiders make their picks.
Washington beaten by Panthers, fails to clinch NFC East
— Dwayne Haskins turned the ball over three times before getting benched, Steven Sims muffed a punt return that turned into a Panthers touchdown and Washington blew its first chance to clinch the NFC East by losing to Carolina 20-13 Sunday.
Panthers' McCaffrey likely out vs. Washington
Panthers RB Christian McCaffrey is very doubtful to play in Sunday's game vs. Washington. If he's out, it'll be the 12th game -- and sixth straight -- missed by the NFL's highest-paid back this season.
Fantasy Focus Football: Previewing All Of Week The 16 Fantasy Championship Action
Field, Matthew, Stephania and Daniel recap Monday Night Football and talk who needs to be in your lineup for the fantasy championships.
Hall of Famer Greene, 3rd all-time in sacks, dies
Kevin Greene, the longtime NFL star who terrorized opposing quarterbacks throughout his 15-year career, died Monday, the Pro Football Hall of Fame said.
Why Panthers decided to move on from GM Marty Hurney
Owner David Tepper and coach Matt Rhule are disciples of analytics, and they'll look for somebody more compatible as the next general manager.
Rivera focused on win vs. Panthers, not revenge
Although he is set to coach against his former team this Sunday, Ron Rivera said the matchup between Washington and the Panthers is about winning, not revenge.
Panthers fire GM Hurney, seek 'restart, refresh'
The Panthers have fired general manager Marty Hurney. Seeking a "refresh," owner David Tepper said the search for a new GM will begin immediately.
Packers outlast Panthers 24-16 for 4th straight victory
— Aaron Jones rushed for 145 yards and a touchdown as the Green Bay Packers reached the end zone on their first three series before hanging on to beat the Carolina Panthers 24-16 on Saturday night.
Fantasy Focus Football: Week 15 Preview, Injury Updates
Field, Matthew, Stephania and Daniel recap a wild Thursday Night Football game, get the latest injury updates and preview all of Week 15.
Biggest Week 15 injury questions for all 32 NFL teams: Drew Brees, Daniel Jones and Matthew Stafford
It's late in the season and the trenches are where many teams are hurting, but some big-name quarterbacks remain questionable this weekend.
Panthers WR Moore off COVID list, will play Sat.
Panthers receiver DJ Moore was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday and will play Saturday against the Packers.
Panthers RB McCaffrey expected out vs. Packers
Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey is not expected to play in Saturday's game at Green Bay due to a thigh injury.
Campbell, Slater again among Rooney finalists
Baltimore defensive end Calais Campbell is a three-time finalist and New England wide receiver Matthew Slater a finalist for a second straight year (and third overall) for the Art Rooney Sportsmanship Award announced by the NFL on Tuesday.
Lock throws career-high 4 TDs, Broncos top Panthers 32-27
— Drew Lock threw for 280 yards and a career-high four touchdowns, Diontae Spencer returned a punt 83 yards for his first career score and the Denver Broncos held on to beat the Carolina Panthers 32-27 on Sunday.
Source: Panthers to fine players for virus issues
The Carolina Panthers are expected to hand out fines of at least $10,000 to players who broke COVID-19 protocols during the bye week, a league source told ESPN.
2020 NFC South Standings
| TEAM | W | L | T | PCT | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans | 12 | 4 | 0 | .750 | 482 | 337 |
| Tampa Bay | 11 | 5 | 0 | .688 | 492 | 355 |
| Carolina | 5 | 11 | 0 | .313 | 350 | 402 |
| Atlanta | 4 | 12 | 0 | .250 | 396 | 414 |
2020 Team Leaders
- Offense
- Defense
Passing Yards
Rushing Yards
Receiving Yards
Tackles
Sacks
Interceptions
Team Stats
Passing Yards243.018th
Rushing Yards106.521st
Points For21.923rd
Points Against25.115th