Derrick Brown

Defensive lineman A'Shawn Robinson watched the playoffs this past year "angry" at how the Panthers finished the season. It gave him extra motivation to return to the field and find chemistry with a revamped D-line unit. 

Carolina Panthers players point to the stability and consistency of the last year as the building blocks that have turned their team into what they hope is a long lasting program. 

Carolina Panthers defensive lineman Derrick Brown returned to practice on Saturday as a new dad of four, and with a renewed energy to join an ascending defense. 

The defensive tackle keeps the mood light in the meeting room, but also sets the tone in the weight room and on the practice field as he comes back from last year's knee injury.

Derrick Brown is back on the field, even if only partially. Now with training camp as his goal, the Pro Bowl lineman is spending every available minute preparing to join a bolstered defensive line unit. 

Carolina Panthers rookie defensive tackle Cam Jackson knows he's walking into a room with two icons on the defensive line. He's prepared to learn from them at every turn, in route to becoming "Carolina Cam." 

Losing the star defensive tackle after one game last season was a huge blow, but he's back on the field now with a lot of new teammates as they work to reverse last year's records.

Ahead of the 2025 NFL draft, we'll preview each position, from where the Panthers currently sit, to some of the biggest names in the class. The defensive line class is headlined by a Michigan man and former No. 1 recruit. 

The Carolina Panthers were aggressive in free agency, overhauling a defense that set unenviable records last season. Now they have groundwork laid for more flexibility in the draft. 

Pat Jones II has been a bit of everywhere. But Charlotte has always been home, and now, the defensive end joins the Panthers and his family in the Queen City. 

The defensive tackle shared a positive update on his recovery from a Week 1 knee injury, saying he's ready to get back on the field as they rebuild the defense around him.

After a 38-20 loss to the Atlanta Falcons in Week 6, Jaycee Horn spoke on the difficulty of the recent struggles on defense, particularly considering the way the offense has played.

The reality of the loss in the opener against the Saints was compounded by the injury news regarding Derrick Brown. Plus more from Monday.

Xavier Legette prepares for his first game in the NFL, the special teams prepares for the first regular season game with the new kickoff rule, and more from Thursday as Panthers prepare for Saints. 

The Panthers defensive tackle is slowly earning recognition around the league for being one of the best at his position. Those who watch him daily recognized he was already leading from the front.

The Pro Bowl defensive tackle has many gifts, but his ability to get his hands in passing lanes is among the best in the game.

The Panthers are leaving the position battle at outside linebacker open as they prepare for the Saints. Plus, they welcome a new tight end, elect captains and more.

The Panthers started out "flat" on Saturday. But a message from two important voices kicked things into gear. That, plus plans for roster changes and more. 

In this rookie diary, defensive tackle Jaden Crumedy reflects on how Mississippi State helped him transition to the league, learning from Derrick Brown and more. 

With the 200th pick in the NFL draft, the Panthers added defensive tackle Jaden Crumedy. 

Panthers defensive tackle Derrick Brown reflects on his changing teammates, consistent coaching staff and splurging after his contract extension.

After agreeing to a long-term contract extension last week, the veteran defensive lineman was ready to start the offseason program on Monday.

Keeping the 2020 first-round pick was a reward for his exceptional play on the field, and a sign that they're serious about keeping their best drafted players as they move forward.

He was headed into the final year of his rookie deal, and sends a message that the Panthers want to keep their own drafted stars.

Stars Derrick Brown and Brian Burns made public their hopes for defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero to stay on along with the rest of his staff. Now, they've got their wish.