CURTIS SAMUEL NEWS

DJ Moore COVID Update Could Boost Curtis Samuel & Robby Anderson Fantasy Outlook Carolina Panthers wide receiver DJ Moore has been placed on the covid-reserve list. Compounding that news with the fact that he hurt his ank...

DECEMBER 7, 2020 • FANDUEL.COM

The Latest: Wake Forest basketball won't play VMI on Dec. 21

Wake Forest coach Steve Forbes said the Demon Deacons’ men’s basketball game against VMI on Dec. 21 is “not going to happen” as the program deals with coronavirus issues

DECEMBER 7, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Rookie coach Rhule has Panthers pointed in right direction

While the win-loss record may not reflect it, first-year coach Matt Rhule has the Carolina Panthers headed in the right direction

DECEMBER 3, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Solid receiving effort in loss Samuel brought in all five targets for 72 yards and gained five yards on one rush in the Panthers' 28-27 loss to the Vikings on Sunday.

Impact The versatile wideout checked in second to Robby Anderson in receiving yardage for the Panthers while pacing the team in catches. Samuel saved his best for last as well, recording a tough 35-yard grab down the middle on Carolina's final drive to get the ball just short of midfield. Samuel has now had back-to-back busy weeks, posting a combined 13-142-1 line through the air over that span. He'll look to carry that momentum over into a Week 14 matchup against the Broncos following the Week 13 bye, with the ankle injury fellow wideout DJ Moore suffered late in Sunday's contest possibly opening up more opportunity for Samuel.

NOVEMBER 29, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Beebe amends for fumble with TD as Vikes top Panthers 28-27

Chad Beebe caught a 10-yard touchdown pass with 46 seconds left for Minnesota shortly after he muffed a punt that let Carolina pad its lead

NOVEMBER 29, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

HIGHLIGHT: Curtis Samuel converts third down with catch and run Samuel made his team-best 18th third down conversion with a 17-yard catch and run.

NOVEMBER 29, 2020 • PANTHERS.COM

As Vikings prepare for Panthers, Cook reflects on Teddy Time

When Dalvin Cook arrived in Minnesota in 2017 the Vikings assigned him a cubicle at the practice facility next to quarterback Teddy Bridgewater

NOVEMBER 27, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Toe Drag Swag: Curtis Samuel impresses Nate Burleson Nate Burleson breaks down top toe-drag swag catches of Week 11 on Good Morning Football.

NOVEMBER 24, 2020 • PANTHERS.COM

Best Fantasy Week 12 Waiver Pickups: Taysom Hill, Curtis Samuel continue breakout seasons Taysom Hill passed his first test as the Saints new QB, while Curtis Samuel continued to put up big stats. Both will be among the top Week 1...

NOVEMBER 23, 2020 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Tallies scoring grab in win Samuel secured eight of 10 targets for 70 yards and a touchdown and rushed once for four yards in the Panthers' 20-0 win over the Lions on Sunday.

Impact The versatile wideout finished with the team lead in receptions while checking in second in both receiving yards and targets to DJ Moore. Samuel hauled in spot starter P.J. Walker's first career NFL touchdown on a nicely thrown touch pass in the right corner of the end zone early in the third quarter. The productive performance was a welcome resurgence for Samuel, who'd slumped to 3-8-0 line in Week 10 versus the Buccaneers after producing a season-best nine receptions and 125 yards the contest prior against the Chiefs. He'll look to make it back-to-back fantasy-friendly outings in a Week 12 road matchup against the Vikings.

NOVEMBER 22, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Walker wins first NFL start as Panthers blank Lions 20-0

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NOVEMBER 22, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Curtis Samuel makes toe-tapping grab for P.J. Walker's first NFL TD pass Carolina Panthers wide receiver Curtis Samuel makes a toe-tapping grab for quarterback P.J. Walker's first NFL TD pass.

NOVEMBER 22, 2020 • NFL.COM

P.J. Walker connects on back-shoulder strike to Samuel Carolina Panthers quarterback P.J. Walker connects on a back-shoulder strike to wide receiver Curtis Samuel.

NOVEMBER 22, 2020 • NFL.COM

Stymied against Bucs Samuel caught three of five targets for eight yards and rushed three times for four yards in Sunday's 46-23 loss to the Buccaneers.

Impact Samuel entered Sunday with increased expectations following his strong recent form and projected upside in helping replace Christian McCaffrey (shoulder). Although the utility weapon drew three carries for the third straight week, Samuel hardly found anywhere to run against a stingy Bucs defense, and didn't fare any better in the passing game. Overall, those struggles amounted to a season low in scrimmage yards for Samuel, as he failed to deliver on his enhanced outlook. Whether or not McCaffrey returns in Week 11 versus the Lions, Samuel will be eager for an improved performance, but the status of starting quarterback Teddy Bridgewater (knee) could be worthwhile to monitor in relation to Samuel's stock.

NOVEMBER 16, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to aid CMC-less backfield Samuel is expected to have a heavier role in the Panthers' game plan Sunday against the Buccaneers than he did in Carolina's previous matchup with Tampa Bay in Week 2, David Newton...

Impact Samuel played 70 percent of the Panthers' offensive snaps Sept. 20 in the 31-17 loss to Tampa Bay, carrying four times for 26 yards and hauling in two targets for 13 yards. While he likely won't see a major bump in his snap count this weekend, Samuel should be in store for a more pronounced role coming off his best outing of the season Week 9 against the Chiefs (nine receptions for 105 yards and a touchdown, three carries for 13 yards). With star tailback Christian McCaffrey (shoulder) inactive for the contest, Samuel may essentially function as the Panthers' secondary option on the ground behind Mike Davis, which should translate to a handful of carries. When he's not involved as a runner, Samuel should also be able to make an impact as a receiver while primarily drawing the coverage of slot corner Sean Murphy-Bunting, who has been the weak link of a secondary that includes standout performers Carlton Davis and Jamel Dean.

NOVEMBER 15, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Midway Point: Curtis Samuel Highlights Curtis Samuel leads all NFL wide receivers with an 88 percent catch ratio.

NOVEMBER 14, 2020 • PANTHERS.COM

Panthers WR Curtis Samuel has the highest catch rate at his position Through nine games, Samuel has a 91% catch rate, which is easily the highest among wide receivers.

NOVEMBER 12, 2020 • USATODAY.COM

Next Gen Stats: DJ Moore, Curtis Samuel race into NFL's Top 10 fastest ball carriers DJ Moore and Curtis Samuel recorded two of the 10 fastest runs in the first half of the NFL season.

NOVEMBER 10, 2020 • PANTHERS.COM

Fantasy Waiver Wire: FAAB Report for Week 10 pickups, free agents Potential starting RBs (Duke Johnson, Kalen Ballage, Jordan Wilkins) and pass-catchers (Curtis Samuel, Jakobi Meyers, Austin Hooper) are amo...

NOVEMBER 10, 2020 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

FLAVOR OF THE WEEK: Curtis Samuel, WR, Carolina Are we in the process of righting a previous wrong? Or have the last three weeks been the outlier? T...

NOVEMBER 10, 2020 • FANTASYSHARKS.COM

Panthers' season marred by close losses, injuries

The Panthers found themselves in a familiar position Sunday — with the ball in their hands on the final drive and a chance to win the game

NOVEMBER 9, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

360 Video: Curtis Samuel's diving catch Watch Curtis Samuel make a leaping catch in 360 degrees in Kansas City.

NOVEMBER 9, 2020 • PANTHERS.COM

Compiles 118 total yards, TD Samuel secured all nine targets for 105 yards and a touchdown and rushed three times for 13 yards in the Panthers' 33-31 loss to the Chiefs on Sunday.

Impact Samuel drew even with Robby Anderson for the team lead in receptions on the day among the team's wideouts, with the versatile receiver's receptions, receiving yardage and targets all qualifying as season highs. Samuel's 14-yard scoring grab in the second quarter also was his second in as many games, and he continued to have a minor role in the ground attack despite the return to action of Christian McCaffrey (ribs). Samuel will look to build on Sunday's season-best effort against the Buccaneers in Week 10.

NOVEMBER 8, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Brees throws for 4 TDs as Saints pound Buccaneers 38-3

NOVEMBER 8, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

HIGHLIGHT: Curtis Samuel makes a spectacular diving catch Watch Samuel lay out for a 28-yard catch in the fourth quarter.

NOVEMBER 8, 2020 • PANTHERS.COM