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  1. Sir Purr

    Stats and Superlatives: Panthers force most turnovers since London trip

    [unable to retrieve full-text content]Carolina won the turnover battle, 4-0, to leave Los Angeles with a victory.
  2. Sir Purr

    Defense generates pressure, takeaways in first win

    Entering Week 3 with no sacks and one quarterback hit, the Panthers knew that had to change. Rookie quarterbacks are notoriously susceptible to making mistakes when they face heavy pressure. "Honestly, guys came to rush. That's how I see it," Burns said. "Going into this week, the preparation...
  3. Sir Purr

    Special teams make critical contributions in win over Chargers

    "We're inside of two minutes, so all reviews are initiated by either the replay official at the stadium or us here in New York," NFL Senior Vice President of Officiating Al Riveron told pool reporter Joe Reedy afterward. "The replay official saw enough to stop the game because he thought that...
  4. Sir Purr

    Week 3 Inactives: Russell Okung out for Week 3

    CHARLOTTE — Left tackle Russell Okung will not play against his former team as he is inactive for Week 3 with a groin injury. Okung did not practice on Thursday but was a full participant on Friday. Greg Little will start at left tackle in Okung's place. The 2019 second-round pick started...
  5. Sir Purr

    5 Things to Watch: Panthers at Chargers

    Herbert displayed his raw talent in Los Angeles' loss to Kansas City last week. Starting on very short notice, the rookie out of Oregon finished 22-of-33 for 311 yards with one touchdown passing, one touchdown rushing, and an interception. Herbert took two sacks but was hit a total of seven...
  6. Sir Purr

    Panthers and Lowe's build unique outdoor fitness space at Veterans Park in Charlotte

    The Carolina Panthers and Lowe's, in partnership with Mecklenburg County and Veterans Bridge Home dedicated a new National Fitness Campaign Fitness Court at Charlotte's Veterans Park. Located in Charlotte's Plaza-Midwood neighborhood, the project gives veterans a unique space for fitness and...
  7. Sir Purr

    Tahir Whitehead familiar with Chargers from years in AFC West

    CHARLOTTE — Besides the former Chargers on Carolina's roster — safety Tre Boston and offensive linemen Russell Okung and Michael Schofield — no Panther is more familiar with this weekend's opponent than linebacker Tahir Whitehead. While playing for the AFC West division rival Raiders the past...
  8. Sir Purr

    Panthers activate Reggie Bonnafon from practice squad

    CHARLOTTE — With running back Christian McCaffrey on injured reserve, the Panthers on Saturday promoted practice squad running back Reggie Bonnafon to the active roster for this weekend's game against the Chargers. Bonnafon takes one of two available slots for practice squad players on the...
  9. Sir Purr

    Week 3 Final Injury Report: Russell Okung 'questionable' for Chargers

    CHARLOTTE — Left tackle Russell Okung (groin) was a full participant in Friday's practice, but is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Chargers. Okung did not practice on Thursday but said he would “work his butt off” to play this weekend. If Okung can't go, Greg Little or...
  10. Sir Purr

    Why running backs coach Jeff Nixon 'stood on the table' for Mike Davis

    Davis' skills, combined with his experience, are why Carolina feels good about the 27 year old. "The biggest that you want out of your No. 2 running back is someone that can go in and be a really good all-around back — running the ball, blocking and catching — and Mike can do all of those...
  11. Sir Purr

    Pickin' It: Panthers at Chargers

    Carolina plays in Los Angeles for just the second time in franchise history against the Chargers in the brand-new SoFi Stadium. The Panthers are facing an uphill battle in the picks this week...looking to prove the experts wrong. Click here to find out how to watch the game and read up with...
  12. Sir Purr

    Coordinators' Chat: Panthers lack of pass rush is a concern

    But sometimes that's easier said than done. Blitzing can be an effective way of getting to the quarterback, especially one who doesn't have much experience like the Chargers rookie Justin Herbert, who the Panthers will face this weekend. But sending extra rushers can leave an eligible receiver...
  13. Sir Purr

    Week 3 Thursday Injury Report: Russell Okung misses practice

    CHARLOTTE — Left tackle Russell Okung sat out Thursday's practice with a groin injury. The 31-year-old Okung missed three games with a groin issue in 2019 but doesn't feel there's any "direct correlation" between the two injuries. "It'll be what it is, and I'm going to work my butt off to be...
  14. Sir Purr

    Christian McCaffrey placed on reserve/injured list

    CHARLOTTE — The Panthers on Wednesday placed running back Christian McCaffrey on the reserve/injured list and moved offensive lineman Chris Reed off the COVID-19 list to the active roster. McCaffrey's high ankle sprain was expected to keep him out for multiple games, and now he will be...
  15. Sir Purr

    How to watch, listen and live stream: Carolina at Los Angeles in Week 3

    On The Call: Mick Mixon, Kurt Coleman, Jim Szoke, Kristen Balboni The Panthers Radio Network features eight hours of game-day coverage, beginning three hours before the game and concluding with two hours of wrap-up reaction and postgame analysis. Click here to listen to the radio broadcast...
  16. Sir Purr

    Panthers at Chargers Game Preview

    Get to Know the Chargers The Chargers are 1-1 after a Week 1 win over Cincinnati and a second-half blown lead to the defending Super Bowl champion Chiefs last week. Los Angeles announced on Wednesday that rookie Justin Herbert would start in place of the injured Tyrod Taylor. Herbert threw...
  17. Sir Purr

    Week 3 Wednesday Injury Report: Brian Burns limited in first practice of the week

    CHARLOTTE — Defensive end Brian Burns (thigh) was limited on Wednesday, but was able to finish practice after getting kicked. "I think he'll be fine," head coach Matt Rhule said. Burns was one of three limited players on the first injury report of the week. Starting right guard John Miller...
  18. Sir Purr

    How a YouTube video kept Mike Davis motivated to continue chasing his dream

    "I used to watch it every single day at six in the morning," Davis said of the video that's racked up more than 8.6 million views. "Me watching that video inspired me (to) control what you can control, basically. "I was thinking to myself, 'You love this game. This is what you want to do for a...
  19. Sir Purr

    Panthers in the power rankings before Week 3

    ANALYSIS: "It was already fixing to be a long season in Carolina. With star running back Christian McCaffrey expected to be out 4-6 weeks with a high ankle sprain, per NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, it's going to get a lot longer. McCaffrey piled up 88 total yards and scored both of the...
  20. Sir Purr

    Panthers showing fight, but need complete performance to win

    That's the positive. But the Panthers have made too many mistakes in their first two games to leave with wins. The defense couldn't hold a fourth-quarter lead in Week 1, nullifying the offense's 30-point output. Then the offense committed four giveaways in Week 2, and that's always going to be...
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