CAROLINA PANTHERS

The Panthers went 8-9 in 2025, won the NFC South, and lost 34-31 to the Rams in the Wild Card round, marking their first playoff appearance since 2017. Bryce Young posted career highs with 3,011 passing yards, 63.6% completion rate, and 23 touchdowns to 11 interceptions, which helped elevate his card market after two difficult early seasons. Tetairoa McMillan, the eighth overall pick in 2025, caught 70 passes for 1,014 yards and seven touchdowns to earn Offensive Rookie of the Year, making his rookie cards immediate collector targets. Pro Bowler Jaycee Horn remained a defensive anchor, while Chuba Hubbard improved to 1,195 yards and 10 touchdowns in 2024 after earning a four-year extension.

Where they stand: The 2026 season is the Panthers' third under general manager Dan Morgan and head coach Dave Canales, and they are currently in the preseason phase. The quarterback room includes Bryce Young, Kenny Pickett, Haynes King, and Will Grier on a 91-player offseason roster that will trim to 53. Rookie receiver Chris Brazzell II is out for the season with a knee injury, while the team looks to build on last year's division title and end their streak of eight consecutive losing records.