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Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / June 29

Long-time NFL vet named Panthers' most-obvious trade candidate

In 2024, the Carolina Panthers not only allowed the most total yards in the league, Dave Canales’s team gave up an NFL-high 179.8 yards per game on the ground.

Carolina Panthers News / The Spun / June 29

AFC Coach Placed On 'Hot Seat' Before 2025 Season

It doesn't take long to find yourself on the hot seat as an NFL coach— it could just be one losing season. After going 5-12 in his first season with the Carolina Panthers, Dave Canales has found himself facing questions about his job.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / June 29

Mike Florio predicts Panthers owner David Tepper may fire Dave Canales if 2025 season is a disaster

Even though the Carolina Panthers put together another five-win season, team owner David Tepper decided to keep the band togher in the front office, retaining general manager Dan Morgan and head coach Dave Canales for at least another year.

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Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / June 27

Panthers coach Dave Canales on the wrong end of NFL play-caller chart

There is plenty of optimism surrounding a team that finished with a losing record for the seventh straight year in 2024. That’s because the Carolina Panthers won four of the final nine games after a miserable 1-7 start.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / June 26

Carolina Panthers coach Dave Canales reveals goal for rookie WR Tetairoa McMillan

Generally speaking, NFL teams that have to rely a lot on rookies to contribute don't do very well in the standings. There are exceptions to the rule, though - and if the Carolina Panthers can get a meaningful impact from their top three draft picks it will go a long way towards producing their first winning season in seven years.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / June 20

Panthers coach Dave Canales has to earn higher ranking compared to NFL peers

In his first season in Charlotte, he took a team that finished with the worst record (2-15) in the NFL in 2023, and more than doubled their victory total.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / June 16

Carolina Panthers coach Dave Canales comments on suddenly-crowded WR corps

The Carolina Panthers have a pretty full wide receiver room. It's not the best in the NFL, but it has suddenly become very deep. Tetairoa McMillan, Adam Thielen, Xavier Legette, Jalen Coker, Hunter Renfrow, Dan Chisena, Jimmy Horn Jr., and David Moore are all competing for the five or six spots on the roster.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / June 16

Dave Canales says Bryce Young showing 'great mastery' of Panthers offense

The Carolina Panthers don't necessarily run the most difficult offense in the NFL, but it is one that took time for Bryce Young to fully understand. Dave Canales' scheme and playcalling were new to him in 2024, and he visibly struggled before getting benched.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / June 15

Dave Canales gushes over the Carolina Panthers' 2025 NFL draft class

You never really want to rely too much on your rookie class for a successful season, but the Carolina Panthers don't have that luxury - or many others to speak of as they try to extricate themselves from a seven-year drought of losing seasons.

NFL News / Last Word On Sports / June 14

Panthers Dave Canales: 'I Wouldn’t Say No' to Jaire Alexander

The Green Bay Packers recently released cornerback Jaire Alexander, and the Carolina Panthers could be one of his top suitors. While he’s still a great player when on the field, injuries have limited him to a combined 14 games over the past two seasons.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / June 14

What Panthers coach Dave Canales said about Bryce Young after minicamp

It’s a franchise that is set to begin its fourth decade in the National Football League. The Carolina Panthers first took the field in 1995, and in 30 seasons have made a pair of Super Bowl appearances.

Carolina Panthers News / The Lead / June 15

The Future of The Panthers Depends on This Season

The Panthers are entering just the second year of the Dan Morgan and Dave Canales era, and it already feels like there is pressure. No one is saying they have to be world beaters, but there is a sense that results have to keep trending upwards.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / June 12

Dave Canales on one thing that stands out for Panthers' rookie Tetairoa McMillan

He was the first wide receiver selected in the 2025 NFL draft. It also marked the second consecutive year that the Carolina Panthers addressed the position in the first round.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / June 12

Carolina Panthers coach Dave Canales says Bryce Young has a new 'defiance to him'

The Carolina Panthers are coming off a promising finish in 2024. After a 1-7 start, the club won four of its final nine games. While a 5-12 record marked the seventh consecutive losing season for the franchise, it more than doubled the team’s win total from a 2-15 mark in 2023.

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Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / June 10

Did Panthers coach Dave Canales just signal a major addition is incoming?

The Carolina Panthers have been hard at work addressing their roster this offseason, making some significant signings in free agency while also putting together a terrific NFL draft class.

Carolina Panthers News / Yardbarker / June 9

Panthers HC reflects on 'risk' of benching Young in 2024

Panthers' Dave Canales reflects on 'risk' of benching Bryce Young during 2024 season

The biggest decision Canales made during his first campaign serving as HC of the Panthers involved benching Young after the QB was responsible for a pair of woeful performances to start the 2024 season.

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Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / June 8

Is Dave Canales the most-important element for the Carolina Panthers in 2025?

In 2009, Dave Canales was an assistant strength coach for USC head coach Pete Carroll. One year later, both were with the Seattle Seahawks. Canales would serve various roles for Carroll in 13 seasons in the Pacific Northwest.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / June 8

NFL writer hands out perplexing grade for 2025 Carolina Panthers' defense

They were clearly the worst defensive unit in the league in 2024, and gave one of the most-inept season-long performances in recent memory. The Carolina Panthers surrendered the most total yards and rushing yards in the league.

Carolina Panthers News / Last Word On Sports / June 4

Panthers Dave Canales Gives Unfortunate Update on Injured Playmaker

Carolina Panthers tight end Tommy Tremble recently underwent back surgery, and head coach Dave Canales said it could be a while until the longtime veteran returns from his injury.

Carolina Panthers News / Gridiron Heroics / May 28

Carolina Panthers: Dave Canales Shares Real Hunter Renfrow Observation Amid NFL Comeback

Former Pro Bowl wide receiver Hunter Renfrow is making a comeback to the NFL after being away for the entire 2024 season. Now with the Carolina Panthers, Renfrow has a chance to shine again and be a significant contributor to a team, just like during his time with the Las Vegas Raiders.