Mike Kaye - Panthers beat writer
@mikekayefootball.bsky.social
Covers the Carolina Panthers for The Charlotte Observer; Co-host of “Processing Blue: A Panthers Podcast”
With Trevin Wallace sidelined, the #Panthers are likely to turn to a longtime special teams standout at inside linebacker.
How Claudin Cherelus has earned the coaching staff's trust heading into a divisional matchup against Atlanta:
www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
How Claudin Cherelus has earned the coaching staff's trust heading into a divisional matchup against Atlanta:
www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
Panthers defender could be called into action: How he’s earned trust of coaches
With Trevin Wallace dealing with a shoulder injury, the Carolina Panthers might need to turn to a special teams ace for defensive support.
www.charlotteobserver.com
November 13, 2025 at 4:43 PM
With Trevin Wallace sidelined, the #Panthers are likely to turn to a longtime special teams standout at inside linebacker.
How Claudin Cherelus has earned the coaching staff's trust heading into a divisional matchup against Atlanta:
www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
How Claudin Cherelus has earned the coaching staff's trust heading into a divisional matchup against Atlanta:
www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
“He only knows one way to go, and it is hard and it as fast as you can every time. And so that’s his play style.” - Ejiro Evero on #Panthers rookie OLB Nic Scourton.
Evero said he reminds him of Chiefs pass rusher George Karlaftis.
Evero said he reminds him of Chiefs pass rusher George Karlaftis.
November 13, 2025 at 3:13 PM
“He only knows one way to go, and it is hard and it as fast as you can every time. And so that’s his play style.” - Ejiro Evero on #Panthers rookie OLB Nic Scourton.
Evero said he reminds him of Chiefs pass rusher George Karlaftis.
Evero said he reminds him of Chiefs pass rusher George Karlaftis.
You probably don't remember #Panthers RB Chuba Hubbard's final carry against the Saints.
But that tote pushed Hubbard past Rueben Mayes for an obscure record that could inspire the next generation of Canadian NFL players:
www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
But that tote pushed Hubbard past Rueben Mayes for an obscure record that could inspire the next generation of Canadian NFL players:
www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
Panthers’ Hubbard sets mark that could inspire a generation of Canadian players
Carolina Panthers running back Chuba Hubbard broke an obscure record during Sunday’s loss to the New Orleans Saints.
www.charlotteobserver.com
November 13, 2025 at 12:53 PM
You probably don't remember #Panthers RB Chuba Hubbard's final carry against the Saints.
But that tote pushed Hubbard past Rueben Mayes for an obscure record that could inspire the next generation of Canadian NFL players:
www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
But that tote pushed Hubbard past Rueben Mayes for an obscure record that could inspire the next generation of Canadian NFL players:
www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
In a follow up to my analysis piece on the #Panthers’ usage of Tetairoa McMillan in the passing game, I asked Dave Canales about the disparity in McMillan’s first and second half numbers.
Here’s the story: www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
Here’s what he said:
Here’s the story: www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
Here’s what he said:
November 12, 2025 at 8:53 PM
In a follow up to my analysis piece on the #Panthers’ usage of Tetairoa McMillan in the passing game, I asked Dave Canales about the disparity in McMillan’s first and second half numbers.
Here’s the story: www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
Here’s what he said:
Here’s the story: www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
Here’s what he said:
Trevin Wallace has a week to week status and won’t play this week, per Canales.
DB Lathan Ransom had a procedure on his hand and he is day to day.
Plan is to get Rico Dowdle (quad) back at practice tomorrow. #Panthers
DB Lathan Ransom had a procedure on his hand and he is day to day.
Plan is to get Rico Dowdle (quad) back at practice tomorrow. #Panthers
November 12, 2025 at 7:35 PM
Trevin Wallace has a week to week status and won’t play this week, per Canales.
DB Lathan Ransom had a procedure on his hand and he is day to day.
Plan is to get Rico Dowdle (quad) back at practice tomorrow. #Panthers
DB Lathan Ransom had a procedure on his hand and he is day to day.
Plan is to get Rico Dowdle (quad) back at practice tomorrow. #Panthers
Who is ready to process some blue?
On the latest episode of Processing Blue, @alexzietlow05.bsky.social and I discuss the Canales-Young tandem, talk of #Panthers practice woes, the Saints loss and more.
🎧👂: www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
On the latest episode of Processing Blue, @alexzietlow05.bsky.social and I discuss the Canales-Young tandem, talk of #Panthers practice woes, the Saints loss and more.
🎧👂: www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
Can Carolina Panthers resolve pass-game struggles before Falcons matchup?
Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow break down the Saints loss and how it could inform the Panthers going forward in this episode of Processing Blue.
www.charlotteobserver.com
November 12, 2025 at 2:27 PM
Who is ready to process some blue?
On the latest episode of Processing Blue, @alexzietlow05.bsky.social and I discuss the Canales-Young tandem, talk of #Panthers practice woes, the Saints loss and more.
🎧👂: www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
On the latest episode of Processing Blue, @alexzietlow05.bsky.social and I discuss the Canales-Young tandem, talk of #Panthers practice woes, the Saints loss and more.
🎧👂: www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
The #Panthers’ passing game has been dominated by Tetairoa McMillan’s impressive rookie performance.
But amid TMac’s breakout, the passing attack has been pretty easy to figure out and stop.
Why the formula is flawed and the product is stale: www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
But amid TMac’s breakout, the passing attack has been pretty easy to figure out and stop.
Why the formula is flawed and the product is stale: www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
Panthers’ passing game is all about Tetairoa McMillan: Why that’s a problem
The Panthers are putting a lot on the shoulders of rookie wideout Tetairoa McMillan. That’s probably why they’ve lacked vertical success.
www.charlotteobserver.com
November 12, 2025 at 12:39 PM
The #Panthers’ passing game has been dominated by Tetairoa McMillan’s impressive rookie performance.
But amid TMac’s breakout, the passing attack has been pretty easy to figure out and stop.
Why the formula is flawed and the product is stale: www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
But amid TMac’s breakout, the passing attack has been pretty easy to figure out and stop.
Why the formula is flawed and the product is stale: www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
#Panthers notebook:
- No more Victory Mondays?
- Canales takes Sunday’s loss “personal”
- Pre-game vibes were off
- Maturity of being a pro athlete
- And some numbers worth understanding
www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
- No more Victory Mondays?
- Canales takes Sunday’s loss “personal”
- Pre-game vibes were off
- Maturity of being a pro athlete
- And some numbers worth understanding
www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
Panthers’ Dave Canales takes it ‘personal’ the way Carolina lost to Saints
After the loss to the Saints, Panthers players expressed concern about the week of practice. Dave Canales addressed those concerns Monday.
www.charlotteobserver.com
November 10, 2025 at 9:51 PM
#Panthers notebook:
- No more Victory Mondays?
- Canales takes Sunday’s loss “personal”
- Pre-game vibes were off
- Maturity of being a pro athlete
- And some numbers worth understanding
www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
- No more Victory Mondays?
- Canales takes Sunday’s loss “personal”
- Pre-game vibes were off
- Maturity of being a pro athlete
- And some numbers worth understanding
www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
The #Panthers largest passing completion of the season was for 40 yards against AZ. It came on a catch-and-run play by Tetairoa McMillan and Bryce Young.
There are 39 QBs with longer completions on the season, including Justin Fields, Jacoby Brissett, Jaxson Dart and Cam Ward.
There are 39 QBs with longer completions on the season, including Justin Fields, Jacoby Brissett, Jaxson Dart and Cam Ward.
November 10, 2025 at 1:53 PM
The #Panthers largest passing completion of the season was for 40 yards against AZ. It came on a catch-and-run play by Tetairoa McMillan and Bryce Young.
There are 39 QBs with longer completions on the season, including Justin Fields, Jacoby Brissett, Jaxson Dart and Cam Ward.
There are 39 QBs with longer completions on the season, including Justin Fields, Jacoby Brissett, Jaxson Dart and Cam Ward.
New Orleans just wrote the script for everyone else.
But if you’ve been paying attention all season, you probably already figured it out.
When the #Panthers can’t run, they don’t have enough in the pass game to compensate.
Takeaways from a loss:
www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
But if you’ve been paying attention all season, you probably already figured it out.
When the #Panthers can’t run, they don’t have enough in the pass game to compensate.
Takeaways from a loss:
www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
Takeaways from Panthers’ disappointing loss vs. Saints in NFC South showdown
The Carolina Panthers fell to the New Orleans Saints on Sunday at Bank of America Stadium. Here are our immediate takeaways.
www.charlotteobserver.com
November 10, 2025 at 12:34 PM
New Orleans just wrote the script for everyone else.
But if you’ve been paying attention all season, you probably already figured it out.
When the #Panthers can’t run, they don’t have enough in the pass game to compensate.
Takeaways from a loss:
www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
But if you’ve been paying attention all season, you probably already figured it out.
When the #Panthers can’t run, they don’t have enough in the pass game to compensate.
Takeaways from a loss:
www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
The #Panthers won’t call it a trap game but they clearly got caged by the Saints in a 17-7 loss at home.
No more bits (for now), good vibes are blemished and the passing game needs to figure itself out and soon.
Takeaways: www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
No more bits (for now), good vibes are blemished and the passing game needs to figure itself out and soon.
Takeaways: www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
Takeaways from Panthers’ disappointing loss vs. Saints in NFC South showdown
The Carolina Panthers fell to the New Orleans Saints on Sunday at Bank of America Stadium. Here are our immediate takeaways.
www.charlotteobserver.com
November 9, 2025 at 9:33 PM
The #Panthers won’t call it a trap game but they clearly got caged by the Saints in a 17-7 loss at home.
No more bits (for now), good vibes are blemished and the passing game needs to figure itself out and soon.
Takeaways: www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
No more bits (for now), good vibes are blemished and the passing game needs to figure itself out and soon.
Takeaways: www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
Beautiful day.
Obligatory: “Well, I’m here.”
Obligatory: “Well, I’m here.”
November 9, 2025 at 3:24 PM
Beautiful day.
Obligatory: “Well, I’m here.”
Obligatory: “Well, I’m here.”
An update on today’s 53-man roster move:
I’m told Harrison-Hunte had interest from an AFC team, and the #Panthers didn’t want to lose him, so they promoted him before he could be poached.
I’m told Harrison-Hunte had interest from an AFC team, and the #Panthers didn’t want to lose him, so they promoted him before he could be poached.
The #Panthers have waived QB Mike White and promoted undrafted rookie DT Jared Harrison-Hunte from the p-squad.
They have also elevated WR Dan Chisena from the p-squad for the game.
They have also elevated WR Dan Chisena from the p-squad for the game.
November 8, 2025 at 11:11 PM
An update on today’s 53-man roster move:
I’m told Harrison-Hunte had interest from an AFC team, and the #Panthers didn’t want to lose him, so they promoted him before he could be poached.
I’m told Harrison-Hunte had interest from an AFC team, and the #Panthers didn’t want to lose him, so they promoted him before he could be poached.
#Panthers WR Dan Chisena will get the chance to make his 2025 debut on Sunday.
He’s beaten the odds and had one of the more unusual paths to an NFL career.
A story from last year on the special teams ace:
www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
He’s beaten the odds and had one of the more unusual paths to an NFL career.
A story from last year on the special teams ace:
www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
This Panthers WR had three catches in college. Now he’s running routes for Bryce Young
The Carolina Panthers started their preparation for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Christmas Eve. The team’s wideout room is banged up and counting on a former college track athlete to provide depth.
www.charlotteobserver.com
November 8, 2025 at 9:13 PM
#Panthers WR Dan Chisena will get the chance to make his 2025 debut on Sunday.
He’s beaten the odds and had one of the more unusual paths to an NFL career.
A story from last year on the special teams ace:
www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
He’s beaten the odds and had one of the more unusual paths to an NFL career.
A story from last year on the special teams ace:
www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
The #Panthers have waived QB Mike White and promoted undrafted rookie DT Jared Harrison-Hunte from the p-squad.
They have also elevated WR Dan Chisena from the p-squad for the game.
They have also elevated WR Dan Chisena from the p-squad for the game.
November 8, 2025 at 9:03 PM
The #Panthers have waived QB Mike White and promoted undrafted rookie DT Jared Harrison-Hunte from the p-squad.
They have also elevated WR Dan Chisena from the p-squad for the game.
They have also elevated WR Dan Chisena from the p-squad for the game.
“Derrick Brown and A’Shawn Robinson are always catching me and telling me to get the hell off the cart, and I be having to walk.”
Some traditions aren’t for everybody. But hey, that’s life as a #Panthers rookie.
How first-year players pay their dues: www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
Some traditions aren’t for everybody. But hey, that’s life as a #Panthers rookie.
How first-year players pay their dues: www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
‘Earning your stripes.’ Why Carolina Panthers rookies walk to practice every day
Carolina Panthers rookies need to pay their dues. And the locker room veterans have an interesting way of putting them through the grind.
www.charlotteobserver.com
November 8, 2025 at 3:28 PM
“Derrick Brown and A’Shawn Robinson are always catching me and telling me to get the hell off the cart, and I be having to walk.”
Some traditions aren’t for everybody. But hey, that’s life as a #Panthers rookie.
How first-year players pay their dues: www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
Some traditions aren’t for everybody. But hey, that’s life as a #Panthers rookie.
How first-year players pay their dues: www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
Injuries have turned the #Panthers OL into a turnstile.
And yet, the unit has stayed the course because of several depth players stepping up.
More on the latest mystery man to prove his worth in a big moment:
www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
And yet, the unit has stayed the course because of several depth players stepping up.
More on the latest mystery man to prove his worth in a big moment:
www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
How another Panthers mystery man stepped up with OL injuries in win vs. Packers
The Panthers’ offensive line has been an injury turnstile this season. But the Panthers are 5-4 after the latest makeshift success story.
www.charlotteobserver.com
November 8, 2025 at 3:27 PM
Injuries have turned the #Panthers OL into a turnstile.
And yet, the unit has stayed the course because of several depth players stepping up.
More on the latest mystery man to prove his worth in a big moment:
www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
And yet, the unit has stayed the course because of several depth players stepping up.
More on the latest mystery man to prove his worth in a big moment:
www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
“Every opponent is a Super Bowl game. This team is something special, and we goin’ to ride out there.”
It’d be easy to have a letdown against a lesser team at home after the biggest win in 6-7 years.
But the #Panthers know they can’t overlook anyone:
www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
It’d be easy to have a letdown against a lesser team at home after the biggest win in 6-7 years.
But the #Panthers know they can’t overlook anyone:
www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
Why Panthers can’t lose sight of weekly grind even with ‘something special’ vibe
The Panthers think they have “something special” brewing in their locker room. But the group is focusing on the weekly work to push forward.
www.charlotteobserver.com
November 8, 2025 at 3:24 PM
“Every opponent is a Super Bowl game. This team is something special, and we goin’ to ride out there.”
It’d be easy to have a letdown against a lesser team at home after the biggest win in 6-7 years.
But the #Panthers know they can’t overlook anyone:
www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
It’d be easy to have a letdown against a lesser team at home after the biggest win in 6-7 years.
But the #Panthers know they can’t overlook anyone:
www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
Tre’von Moehrig was the crown jewel of the #Panthers’ free agency class in March.
Last week against the Packers, he showed you why Dan Morgan and Dave Canales wanted him.
Now, he’s won an award that has eluded Carolina safeties for over a decade:
www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
Last week against the Packers, he showed you why Dan Morgan and Dave Canales wanted him.
Now, he’s won an award that has eluded Carolina safeties for over a decade:
www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
Panthers defender earns national recognition for performance in win vs. Packers
Panthers DB Tre’von Moehrig has earned a national nod that has eluded the team for quite some time. More on his outing against Green Bay.
www.charlotteobserver.com
November 8, 2025 at 3:18 PM
Tre’von Moehrig was the crown jewel of the #Panthers’ free agency class in March.
Last week against the Packers, he showed you why Dan Morgan and Dave Canales wanted him.
Now, he’s won an award that has eluded Carolina safeties for over a decade:
www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
Last week against the Packers, he showed you why Dan Morgan and Dave Canales wanted him.
Now, he’s won an award that has eluded Carolina safeties for over a decade:
www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
#Panthers final injury report:
Tetairoa McMillan (hamstring)
Limited
Questionable
Brycen Tremayne (hip)
Full
Questionable
Chandler Zavala (elbow)
Out
Tetairoa McMillan (hamstring)
Limited
Questionable
Brycen Tremayne (hip)
Full
Questionable
Chandler Zavala (elbow)
Out
November 7, 2025 at 5:57 PM
#Panthers final injury report:
Tetairoa McMillan (hamstring)
Limited
Questionable
Brycen Tremayne (hip)
Full
Questionable
Chandler Zavala (elbow)
Out
Tetairoa McMillan (hamstring)
Limited
Questionable
Brycen Tremayne (hip)
Full
Questionable
Chandler Zavala (elbow)
Out
Ever wonder why #Panthers rookies have to walk to practice every day?
Some notable members of the 2025 draft class aren’t fond of the rule.
But vets and former players believe it’s an important tradition.
The why and how: www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
Some notable members of the 2025 draft class aren’t fond of the rule.
But vets and former players believe it’s an important tradition.
The why and how: www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
November 6, 2025 at 6:36 PM
Ever wonder why #Panthers rookies have to walk to practice every day?
Some notable members of the 2025 draft class aren’t fond of the rule.
But vets and former players believe it’s an important tradition.
The why and how: www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
Some notable members of the 2025 draft class aren’t fond of the rule.
But vets and former players believe it’s an important tradition.
The why and how: www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...
Reposted by Mike Kaye - Panthers beat writer
The Carolina Panthers finally made the adult move — standing pat at the NFL trade deadline. @mikekayefootball.bsky.social joined the pod to discuss. linktr.ee/ogtriangleme...
November 5, 2025 at 10:18 PM
The Carolina Panthers finally made the adult move — standing pat at the NFL trade deadline. @mikekayefootball.bsky.social joined the pod to discuss. linktr.ee/ogtriangleme...