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Drafted sixth overall in 2022 after dominating the ACC at NC State, Ikem Ekwonu arrived in Charlotte as the hometown cornerstone meant to secure the left tackle position for years to come. 🏈

Stepping straight into the starting lineup as a rookie, his rare power in the run game and physical edge gave the offense an immediate identity in the trenches. ⚡

Fast forward to 2026, and the North Carolina native continues anchoring the edge as the crucial protector on the blind side for Carolina's attack. 📈

From top-ten draft pick staying local to walling off NFL pass rushers, Ekwonu turned raw physical dominance into long-term stability for the franchise. 🐆

Anchor the interior, shatter the pocket, and command the trenches. 🐾⚡️

Derrick Brown is primed to unleash something special this season.

Standing as an immovable 320-pound wall in the heart of Carolina’s defense, #95 has quietly established himself as one of the most dominant nose tackles in the entire league. With his game-breaking power to erase run plays, swallow double teams, and disrupt the backfield, he’s got all the tools to take total control up front and wreck game plans every single Sunday.

The work is put in, the technique is refined, and a monster campaign is loading. Get ready, Charlotte, Derrick Brown is about to make this season unforgettable. 🐾🏈

BATTLED THROUGH THE GRIND.

Kyle Trask saw heavy action under center in the Carolina Panthers' Preseason Week 3 finale against the Houston Texans!

Operating the offense under pressure, Trask went 19/28 for 147 yards with 1 interception and a 65.6 passer rating, steering the unit through key series to close out the preseason.

With final 53-man roster cuts right around the corner, every rep matters.

Trask put his tough-minded grit on full display down the stretch!

Panthers expected to make roster cuts in days ahead

Dave Canales breaks down Panthers' roster timedown timeline The Panthers hope for a successful season in 2026, as Dave Canales continues efforts to turn the franchise into a Super Bowl contender.

Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales provided several injury updates following Carolina's latest postgame session. 📋

Here is where things stand on the injury front:

• Trevor Etienne: Had his ankle rolled up on during the game and is currently undergoing further evaluation.
• Bam Martin-Scott: Dealing with hamstring soreness after the training staff couldn't turn him around quick enough to play.
• Akayleb Evans: Sidelined with a neck issue that tightened up on him again.

With roster decisions and the regular season right around the corner, Carolina's staff will be watching these health updates closely over the coming days.

The Panthers edge the Texans with a 16-13 preseason win

Kyle Trask:
19/28
147 yards
1 INT

Anthony Tyus III:
10 carries
41 yards

Rod Wave is tapping in as a Carolina Panthers fan thanks to Bryce Young. 🏈

Appearing on , the hip-hop artist went into detail about reaching out to the young quarterback after Young was benched during the 2024 season:

“That’s a good young dude, he made me a real Carolina Panther fan.”

When Young faced adversity early in his second year, Rod Wave publicly offered support on social media, leading to conversations between the two while Young was on the bench.

Those talks turned into a real connection and officially converted Rod Wave into a fan of the Panthers QB. 🤝

It shows how much genuine encouragement from fellow stars can mean during tough moments in a career.

How do you feel about Bryce Young's trajectory in Carolina? 👇

Chemistry is everything in football.

Chuba Hubbard shares how close this group has gotten throughout an incredible training camp. 🐾🤝

Carolina upgrades its second level by signing Pro Bowl linebacker Devin Lloyd to a three-year contract following a stellar 2025 campaign.

Earning Second-Team All-Pro honors after snatching five interceptions in Jacksonville, the dynamic playmaker arrives to command the defense.

How he helps the team shows in reading quarterback eyes in zone coverage, jumping passing lanes to convert mid-field turnovers into instant points.

Flowing cleanly past interior blocks enables him to stall ground plays before ball-carriers reach the secondary.

Anchoring pre-snap communication throughout summer practices positions Devin Lloyd to transform Carolina's defensive unit this fall 🐾⚡️

Bryce Young just had a brutal day against the Texans.

The Panthers QB1 was under constant pressure during Wednesday’s joint practice, finishing 9-of-17 with 2 interceptions and 7 sacks.

Danielle Hunter was a nightmare for Carolina’s offensive line, getting to Young multiple times, while Will Anderson Jr. also made life difficult for the Panthers quarterback.

It was a rough outing, and Bryce Young had a lot to say after getting battered by Houston. His blunt reaction is in the link. 👇🔗