Derrick Brown

As the Panthers head into training camp, Dan Morgan, Derrick Brown, and Robert Hunt clearly laid out what the expectations are for the season, and how they'll get there.

NFL coaches, executives, and scouts were polled on the Top 10 at each position. ESPN tallied the votes from around the league and several Panthers appeared.

Ahead of training camp, we take a look at each position on both sides of the ball. On defense, there are

The Pro Bowl defensive tackle made the top 100 for the first time in his career after a career-best season in sacks and passes defensed, and a big improvement for the defense as a whole.

Get to know the Panthers newest defensive lineman, Lee Hunter, with these fast five facts. Hunter was drafted in the second round of the 2026 NFL draft, at No. 49 overall.

In our final position preview ahead of the 2026 NFL draft, we take a look at the interior defensive line prospects to gauge how they might fight in with the Panthers.

The Panthers' newest linebacker has developed a reputation for being the toughest matchup in practices. Now he's bringing that approach and intensity to Carolina.

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.

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.

Comeback player of the year honors someone who overcame adversity to return better than ever. Derrick Brown has been that for the Panthers, returning to change the complexion of the defense, the locker room, and the team.

An early Bucs touchdown drive was tough for the Panthers defense but "to throw a punch, you got to be able to take a punch" and the group responded with a knockout.

Derrick Brown, Tetairoa McMillan, Rico Dowdle, Tre'von Moehrig, and JJ Jansen are among the top 10 at their positions in fan voting this week.

The Panthers defensive tackle was coming off a record-breaking season when a knee injury ended his 2024 after one game. But now he's back, and maybe better than ever.

With the Panthers enjoying a Week 14 bye, we take a look at the tentpoles of the Panthers team and where they stand heading into the final stretch of games.

From a pass deflection that led to a crucial interception, to a game winning sack-fumble, Derrick Brown's fingerprints were all over this Panthers win against the Rams.

The former Panthers' running back will face Carolina for the first time since he was traded to the 49ers in 2022. The matchup gives McCaffrey and the Panthers a chance to reflect on his legacy, his matchup for the defense, and the goodbye he always wanted to have.

The Panthers' defense clamped down in the second half of Sunday's 30-27 win, keeping Bijan Robinson and Drake London in check, in route to a win.

The Panthers held the Packers to 1-of-5 in the red zone, caused two turnovers (and almost more) and left Green Bay with a win and an ongoing argument that may not be decided anytime soon.

After giving up over 200 yards to James Cook, the Panthers' defense is looking back to their own blueprint on how to bounce back from a bad loss and move forward.

Despite a three-game win streak, the Panthers haven't taken a "Victory Monday." To Derrick Brown, the team captain and voice of the locker room, the reason is simple. The building process doesn't allow for time off.

The Panthers' run defense has seen vast improvement this season. The big guys inside are a big reason, but it also comes from the edge, with pass-rushers and corners committed to the cause.

After limited production through four games, the Panthers' rush units challenged themselves to be better. The result was their best game of the season in the win against the Dolphins.

Defensive tackle Tershawn Wharton has been sidelined for the last two games. He's used the time since to lock in on the defense in other ways, and raising the play of everyone around him.

Facing the formidable James Conner and Kyler Murray, the Panthers defense put together their best rushing defensive performance since Week 3 of last season.

After spending a year rehabbing his knee, the Pro Bowler begged his head coach to let him back on the field for a preseason game.