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Sam Darnold labeled as 'unproven' ahead of 2021 NFL season Debating quarterbacks is always a hot topic in the NFL, especially in the offseason we get set for a new league year. Former USC quarterback...

MAY 11, 2021 • USATODAY.COM

4 best and worst-case scenarios for Panthers QB Sam Darnold in 2021 What are some potential best and worst-case scenarios for Sam Darnold during his first season under center with the Carolina Panthers in 202...

MAY 8, 2021 • CATCRAVE.COM

Panthers' Sam Darnold draws hilarious rendition of team logo

The Carolina Panthers tested out a new and unique new look on social media Thursday thanks to quarterback Sam Darnold.

MAY 7, 2021 • FOXNEWS.COM

Analyzing the New York Jets' recent QB timeline leading up to Zach Wilson

Zach Wilson is the latest QB that the New York Jets have brought in with high hopes. Is he the one to turn things around?

MAY 6, 2021

Grading the 2021 NFL Draft: NFC South report cards

Rob Rang breaks down the drafts of the NFC South teams, with the Panthers scoring the highest and the Saints landing last.

MAY 6, 2021

4 Carolina Panthers rookies who will help Sam Darnold shine in 2021 Which rookies on the Carolina Panthers could help quarterback Sam Darnold the most in 2021? It doesn't take a genius to figure out that the...

MAY 5, 2021 • CATCRAVE.COM

The Panthers' post-draft depth chart: From Sam Darnold to Jaycee Horn and Terrace Marshall, a lot has changed Things looked a lot different six weeks ago: Carolina traded for Sam Darnold, signed free agents who could start and drafted 11 players.

MAY 4, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Colin Cowherd lays out his winners from the NFL offseason

Colin Cowherd is ready to hand out his offseason grades. Check out which teams he's high on coming into next season.

MAY 4, 2021

2021 NFL Draft sets up intriguing QB competitions around the league

Offseason moves have set up several interesting QB competitions around the NFL. Which of the signal-callers will win the starting job?

MAY 4, 2021

Lower-round QBs face long odds to make it in NFL

History dictates that it’s likely at least a couple of the five first-round quarterbacks won’t fulfill the hopes of the teams that drafted them

MAY 3, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

The Panthers' post-draft depth chart: From Sam Darnold to Jaycee Horn, a lot has changed Things looked a lot different six weeks ago: Carolina traded for Sam Darnold, signed free agents who could start and drafted 11 players.

MAY 3, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Jets go offense early before making run on defense in draft

The New York Jets’ offense was downright offensive on most Sundays the past few seasons

MAY 2, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

NFL draft reinforces Panthers commitment to QB Sam Darnold

The NFL draft certainly proved one thing for the Carolina Panthers: they’re all-in on quarterback Sam Darnold

MAY 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Panthers make 4 trades, add 3 offensive players in NFL draft

The Carolina Panthers turned to their offense on day two of the NFL draft, selecting wide receiver Terrace Marshall from LSU in the second round, and offensive tackle Brady Christe...

MAY 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Jets stay put at No. 34, take Ole Miss WR Elijah Moore

The New York Jets kept building on their offense in the second round by selecting Mississippi wide receiver Elijah Moore at No. 34 overall

APRIL 30, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Column: Drafting a franchise QB always a risky endeavor

One quarterback

APRIL 30, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Did Matt Rhule just bet his job on Panthers QB Sam Darnold? The Carolina Panthers laid their marker down with Sam Darnold, but did head coach Matt Rhule just bet his job on the quarterback? Matt Rhule...

APRIL 30, 2021 • CATCRAVE.COM

Contract option picked up The Panthers have picked up Darnold's fifth-year contract option, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

Impact Per the report, the decision to do so guarantees Darnold $18.9 million in 2022, keeping him under team control for the next two seasons. Darnold, who the Panthers obtained from the Jets earlier this month in exchange for second-, fourth- and sixth-round draft picks, thus appears locked in as the team's franchise signal-caller for the foreseeable future. That's a notion solidified by the team having dealt Teddy Bridgewater to Denver on Wednesday and then passing on taking a QB with the eighth overall pick in the first round of the NFL Draft on Thursday. Currently in the mix to back up Darnold are Will Grier, P.J. Walker and Tommy Stevens, but it's possible the team could bring in additional competition for the assignment.

APRIL 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sam Darnold to make $18.9 million after Panthers pick up option CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Carolina Panthers upped their commitment to Sam Darnold on Friday, picking up the fifth-year option on the quarterback...

APRIL 30, 2021 • TRIBLIVE.COM

Darnold to make $18.9 million after Panthers pick up option

The Carolina Panthers have upped their commitment to Sam Darnold picking up the fifth-year option on the quarterback’s rookie contract

APRIL 30, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Panthers exercising QB Sam Darnold’s fifth-year option after passing on Justin Fields Sam Darnold is now under contract through the 2022 season.

APRIL 30, 2021 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Panthers pick up options on Sam Darnold, DJ Moore The quarterback and receiver with deep-ball ability now under contract through 2022.

APRIL 30, 2021 • PANTHERS.COM

NFL draft: Players selected in the first round

Quarterbacks Trevor Lawrence of Clemson and Zac Wilson of BYU were the first two players off the board, as expected, in the NFL draft

APRIL 30, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Panthers make commitment to Sam Darnold clear with first-round pick After the pick, coach Matt Rhule vocally committed to Sam Darnold, who the team acquired in a trade with the Jets a few weeks ago.

APRIL 30, 2021 • USATODAY.COM

NFL draft: No suspense as 3 QBs dominate early picks

Quarterbacks and just about anyone from national champion Alabama headlined the NFL draft

APRIL 30, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS