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The Panthers were without the veteran defensive tackle again on Thursday, while outside linebacker Pat Jones practiced on a limited basis again on Thursday.

The team signed former Clemson and Indiana wide receiver EJ Williams to the practice squad on Thursday.

Plus, Tracy Smith explains "banana ball" punts and Ejiro Evero shares the responsibility on coaches after a loss.

The classic 2024 touchdown to Tommy Tremble remains an epic play and a better reaction. But good luck getting Young to talk about it this week -- there's another game to play. Others are happy to oblige, because they're still seeing and hearing it.

The veteran receiver can fill multiple positions, and Dave Canales pointed out his primary role will be at receiver this week. But Metchie provides a special teams return option that is needed, and he's eager to fill in.

The Falcons have uncertainty at quarterback, but the Panthers will look back at coach Kevin Stefanski's background for clues. Plus more from Wednesday as they prepare for their Week 2 trip to Atlanta.

The Panthers were without outside linebacker Pat Jones and tight end Darren Waller, and wide receiver Jalen Coker was limited.

The Panthers offensive coordinator officially took over the reins as play-caller on Sunday. It was always going to be a big day for the young coach, but it came on the heels of an even bigger day; becoming a father for the first time.

See where national media outlets rank the Panthers ahead of Week 2 against the Falcons.

Every team in the NFC South lost in Week 1, meaning everyone remains even heading into Week 2 and the first divisional matchup. But as per usual in this division, nothing happens in a normal way. Catch up with the rest of the division's Week 1 ...