Ex-NFL MVP Cam Newton is joining ESPN's "First Take," debuting live from Tennessee State University as a sports commentator alongside Stephen A. Smith.

Charlotte FC secured a playoff spot with a 2-0 win over CF Montreal, marked by goals from Świderski and Agyemang.

Panthers' Shaq Thompson is out for the season with a torn Achilles, ending his performance for the second year in a row due to injury. The team will miss his leadership and defensive skills.

The Charlotte Hornets' center Mark Williams is out with a foot injury, potentially impacting the team's season. He's set to be re-evaluated in two weeks and will miss the start of training camp.

Luke Kuechly and Ryan Kalil of the Carolina Panthers are nominated for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2025.

LeBron James supports benched Panthers quarterback Bryce Young, who has struggled since being the No. 1 draft pick, while Andy Dalton starts as the QB for the next game.

Jyilek Harrington, a West Virginia State University football player, was fatally shot in Charleston; police are investigating, no suspects yet. The community mourns, and a memorial fund is set up.

Country singer Luke Combs expressed disappointment over the Carolina Panthers' 47-10 loss to the New Orleans Saints, calling it "absolutely gruesome" on social media.

Charlotte entrepreneur Carson Clough won a silver medal in the men's PTS4 para-triathlon at the Paris Paralympics.

NASCAR will hold its 2024 Cup Series Awards in Charlotte, N.C., marking a return to its roots after years of events in cities like Las Vegas and Nashville.

The Carolina Panthers cut former 2nd-round WR Terrace Marshall Jr. and placed rookie RB Jonathon Brooks on the non-football injury list during roster changes.

The Carolina Panthers placed rookie RB Jonathon Brooks and two veteran edge rushers on the PUP list, sidelining Brooks until after Week 4 of the NFL season.

Harrison Burton's win at the Coke Zero Sugar 400 has unexpectedly placed him in NASCAR's playoff contention, intensifying the battle for the last spots.