News

29 December 2025

• Week 18 game time set for critical game at Tampa Bay
  The Panthers and Bucs will play next Saturday at 4:30 p.m., with the NFC South title and the fourth seed on the line.
• Panthers moved on quickly from loss with sights set on Tampa Bay
  When the Panthers players walked back into the locker room after Sunday's loss to the Seahawks, their focus had already turned to Tampa Bay, knowing a playoff berth is on the line next week.
• Offensive turnovers in third quarter opened the door for Seahawks
  The Panthers managed just 54 passing yards in the loss, but those quick swings in the third quarter was the difference in the game.
• Panthers defense takes valuable lessons from Seahawks game
  From a first half that only allowed a field goal, to holding the most explosive offense in the league to 147 yards, the Panthers defense know there are positives to draw from Sunday, with a crucial Week 18 game on the horizon.
• Tight end plan took a hit with Ja'Tavion Sanders injury
  Sanders suffered a broken ankle on the first play of the game, when they lined up with three tight ends. But they still found new ways to use them, including Mitchell Evans sneaking for a first down.
• Panthers postseason scenario breakdown, entering Week 18
  The Panthers will face the Buccaneers next week at Raymond James Stadium with the NFC South title on the line. We look at all the scenarios here.
• Rapid Reactions: Panthers fall to Seahawks, playoffs on the line next week
  Panthers fall to 8-8 with the loss, but will play for the NFC South division title next week in Tampa Bay.
• Inactives: Tershawn Wharton out for Seahawks game
  The Panthers will be without the veteran defensive tackle for the third straight game, as they make a push for a playoff spot. Tetairoa McMillan is active, after he was a late addition to the injury report.
• Seahawks game a chance for reflection for Dave Canales and Brad Idzik
  With the team that gave both Dave Canales and Brad Idzik their first NFL job on deck, the coaches reflect on the emotions they might feel ahead of the Panthers-Seahawks game.
• Legend of the Year: Ricky Proehl
  The longtime wideout and assistant coach was part of a pair of Super Bowl runs here, and is coming back to be honored as the Legend of the Year this weekend, and will hit the Keep Pounding drum.