T he Carolina Panthers have retired the pads, stowed away the jerseys, and hung up the cleats for the time being, as the franchise's focus turns towards free agency and the NFL Dr

Take: The effects of trading away Brian Burns were sorely felt by a defense that ranked last in the NFL in pass rush win rate, according to ESPN, through Week 17. In racking up 11 sacks en route to earning Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year, Carter proved he can wreck offensive game plans with regularity.

While it was a disappointing end to the 2024 season for the Carolina Panthers, they have plenty of momentum to carry into the offseason. They ended the year with a bang, defeating the rival Atlanta Falcons 44-38 in a thriller of a game.

The unit allowed the most points in NFL history in a single season (534), surpassing the 1981 Baltimore Colts. Last offseason, the Panthers prioritized surrounding second-year quarterback Bryce Young with weapons,

The Carolina Panthers won five games in 2024, and yet the franchise and fan base are excited about the future. Bryce Young’s play over the past ten games of the season has renewed hope in Carolina. Many folks blasted the franchise for sending WR Diontae Johnson to the Ravens in a trade,