CHARLOTTE — With NFL free agency about to begin, we've put together a one-stop shop for all the latest Panthers moves and news.
The league year officially starts on March 11 at 4 p.m., at which point teams can sign players and make trades. On Monday, March 9, beginning at noon, the agents for free agent players can negotiate with teams, though deals can't be finalized until Wednesday.
This article will include all the latest news and moves, updated with whatever the Panthers do over the next month. We'll also keep tabs on the Panthers free agents who go elsewhere, as well as all the latest reports.
Bookmark this page to stay updated on everything you need to know about the Panthers in free agency.
Getting ready for free agency
Before the flurry of activity begins, there are some basics to cover.
When general manager Dan Morgan talked in Indianapolis, he made it clear that upgrading his old position — middle linebacker — was going to be a priority this offseason and one he wanted to "attack." This franchise has enjoyed Hall of Fame play there from Sam Mills to Luke Kuechly, with standouts from Micheal Barrow to Morgan to Jon Beason in between.
But that's hardly all the Panthers have to do, as they have a short-term need at left tackle while Ikem Ekwonu recovers from his torn patellar tendon, and a vacancy at center. Here's Morgan from the combine on the needs.
We also took a position-by-position look at the roster entering free agency.
The series started with a look at the offensive line, then running backs, quarterbacks, tight ends, and wide receivers. On defense, we started with the defensive line, outside linebackers, inside linebackers, and finished with safety and cornerbacks. The special teams were covered here.
You can see a full list of the Panthers free agents here.
Old Reliable is back
It wouldn't be a Panthers offseason if it didn't begin with re-signing long snapper JJ Jansen to another one-year deal. This year, it happened on Feb. 17.
Jansen, who turned 40 in January, already holds the Panthers record for games played with 277, though he's just the third-oldest player to play here.
He's also adding to his media empire with a new podcast with Kuechly, which is eloquently known as "JJ and Luke." You can check out the first episode here, and the next one is dropping soon.
Taking care of two receivers
The Panthers tendered contract offers to wideouts Jalen Coker and Brycen Tremayne on March 4. They were exclusive rights free agents, so they weren't going anywhere, but it keeps some stability at the position.
Coker closed the season strong, with 19 catches for 244 yards and three scores in the final five games. He also had nine catches for 134 yards and a touchdown in the wild card game against the Rams, giving them a solid complement to offensive rookie of the year Tetairoa McMillan.
And once the free agent frenzy is over, the Panthers will turn their attention to the draft.
They pick 19th this year, and have seven total picks after a few moves. You can see a full list of their picks here.
Check out some of our favorite photos of wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan throughout the 2025 season.
Tetairoa McMillan speaks during introductory Carolina Panthers press conference at Bank of America Stadium following his selection in the 2025 NFL Draft.
The Carolina Panthers face off against the Houston Texans in a joint practice at NRG Park on August 14th, 2025.
The Carolina Panthers take on the Atlanta Falcons on Sep. 21, 2025, at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC. (Photo by Krista Jasso/Carolina Panthers)
The Carolina Panthers take on the Miami Dolphins on Oct. 5, 2025, at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC. (Photo by Alex Herko//Carolina Panthers)
The Carolina Panthers face the Miami Dolphins on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025 at Bank of America Stadium, in Charlotte, NC.
The Carolina Panthers take on the Dallas Cowboys on Oct. 12, 2025 at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC. (Photo by Laura Wolff/Carolina Panthers)
The Carolina Panthers take on the Buffalo Bills on Oct. 26, 2025, at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC.
The Carolina Panthers face the Buffalo Bills on Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025 in Charlotte, NC at Bank of America Stadium. (Photo by Lester Barnes/Carolina Panthers)
The Carolina Panthers face the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA.
The Carolina Panthers face the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA.
The Carolina Panthers face the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA.
The Carolina Panthers face the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA.
The Carolina Panthers face the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA.
The Carolina Panthers face the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA.
The Carolina Panthers showcase shoes for the My Cause My Cleats initiative on Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025 at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC.
The Carolina Panthers face the San Francisco 49ers on Monday Night Football on Monday, Nov. 24, 2025 at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, CA.
The Carolina Panthers face the Los Angeles Rams Sunday, Nov. 30, 2025 at Bank Of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC.
The Carolina Panthers face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday, Dec. 21, 2025 at Bank of American Stadium in Charlotte, NC.
The Carolina Panthers face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Saturday, Jan. 3, 2026 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, FL
The Carolina Panthers face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Saturday, Jan. 3, 2026 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, FL
The Carolina Panthers practice for the Playoffs on Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026 at Bank Of America Stadium, in Charlotte, NC.
The Carolina Panthers face the Los Angeles Rams on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Bank Of America Stadium, in Charlotte, NC.
The Carolina Panthers face the Los Angeles Rams on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Bank Of America Stadium, in Charlotte, NC.
The Carolina Panthers face the Los Angeles Rams in the Wild Card round on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2025 at Bank of American Stadium in Charlotte, NC.
The Carolina Panthers hold camp on Tuesday, Jul. 29, 2025 in Charlotte, NC.
The Carolina Panthers hold camp Tuesday, Aug. 12, 2025 at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC.
