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Justin Jefferson’s 2 TDs, D.J. Wonnum’s 51-yard fumble return lift Vikings over Panthers 21-13
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Justin Jefferson’s 2 TDs, D.J. Wonnum’s 51-yard fumble return lift Vikings over Panthers 21-13

· October 1, 2023

CHARLOTTE, N.C. Minnesota Vikings safety Harrison Smith said he didn t come into Sunday s game expecting to be an integral part of the team s defensive pressure package.

No. 1 overall pick Bryce Young struggles yet again, dejected after Panthers fall into 0-4 hole
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No. 1 overall pick Bryce Young struggles yet again, dejected after Panthers fall into 0-4 hole

· October 1, 2023

CHARLOTTE, N.C. After many of his teammates had showered, dressed and left the stadium, Bryce Young sat motionless in front of his locker still in full uniform staring straight ahead while pondering

Tony Jones Jr. scores twice, Saints’ defense shuts down Panthers’ Bryce Young in 20-17 win
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Tony Jones Jr. scores twice, Saints’ defense shuts down Panthers’ Bryce Young in 20-17 win

· September 18, 2023

CHARLOTTE, N.C. Tony Jones Jr. is making the most of his elevation from the Saints practice squad, while Chris Olave continues to make plays for unbeaten New Orleans.

Panthers QB Bryce Young’s humility, confidence a reflection of the parents who raised him
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Panthers QB Bryce Young’s humility, confidence a reflection of the parents who raised him

· September 17, 2023

CHARLOTTE, N.C. The day after he was selected No. 1 overall in the NFL draft, Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young walked into the locker room at Bank of America Stadium and struggled to hold b

Jimmie Johnson, crew chief Chad Knaus join Donnie Allison as NASCAR Hall of Fame selections
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Jimmie Johnson, crew chief Chad Knaus join Donnie Allison as NASCAR Hall of Fame selections

· August 2, 2023

CHARLOTTE, N.C. Jimmie Johnson and Chad Knaus dominated NASCAR for years.

Unbeaten Cavaliers, Rockets to meet in NBA Summer League championship game
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Unbeaten Cavaliers, Rockets to meet in NBA Summer League championship game

Isaiah Mobley is making the progression the Cleveland Cavaliers wanted.

Blaney wins Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte to end winless drought
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Blaney wins Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte to end winless drought

CONCORD, N.C. Jumping into the crowd to celebrate a big race victory appears to have become a Team Penske thing.

Bowman set for return, Byron on the pole for Coca-Cola 600
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Bowman set for return, Byron on the pole for Coca-Cola 600

CONCORD, N.C. NASCAR drivers have long considered the Coca-Cola 600 the most grueling race on the schedule.

Panthers QB Corral doesn’t desire trade despite team drafting Young No. 1 overall
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Panthers QB Corral doesn’t desire trade despite team drafting Young No. 1 overall

CHARLOTTE, N.C. The Carolina Panthers drafted Matt Corral in third round of the 2022 NFL draft with an eye toward developing him to potentially be their starting quarterback.

Smith: North Wilkesboro ‘definitely has a place’ in NASCAR’s world, but unclear what capacity
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Smith: North Wilkesboro ‘definitely has a place’ in NASCAR’s world, but unclear what capacity

NORTH WILKESBORO, N.C. Speedway Motorsports CEO Marcus Smith said North Wilkesboro Speedway definitely has a place in the NASCAR world moving forward, despite an All-Star race that lacked drama Su

Larson dominates for third NASCAR All-Star race win, takes home $1 million
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Larson dominates for third NASCAR All-Star race win, takes home $1 million

NORTH WILKESBORO, N.C. Kyle Larson didn t mince words after his third All-Star race victory in the last five years.

NASCAR drivers know everyone wins when Elliott is racing
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NASCAR drivers know everyone wins when Elliott is racing

· April 17, 2023

MARTINSVILLE, Va . NASCAR drivers don t need to be reminded what Chase Elliott s return to racing on Sunday at Martinsville Speedway means to those associated with the sport.

Larson pulls away from Logano to win at Martinsville
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Larson pulls away from Logano to win at Martinsville

· April 16, 2023

MARTINSVILLE, Va. Kyle Larson never thought he would tame the half-mile, paperclip-shaped track at Martinsville Speedway.

Spieth’s impressive 21 birdies at Masters not enough to win
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Spieth’s impressive 21 birdies at Masters not enough to win

AUGUSTA, Ga. Jordan Spieth made 21 birdies at this year s Masters, including nine on Sunday while trying to keep pace with partner Phil Mickelson.

McIlroy grand slam on hold, likely to miss Masters cut
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McIlroy grand slam on hold, likely to miss Masters cut

AUGUSTA, Ga. Rory McIlroy s bid to complete a career grand slam will have to wait yet another year as the world s No. 2 player is almost certain to miss the cut at the Masters for the second time in

Panthers retooled offense designed to help No. 1 pick win
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Panthers retooled offense designed to help No. 1 pick win

· March 20, 2023

CHARLOTTE, N.C. The Carolina Panthers aren t making any secrets about their plans to select a quarterback with the No. 1 pick in the NFL draft, even if they aren t saying which one.

Xavier beats Pitt 84-73, reaches 1st Sweet 16 since 2017
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Xavier beats Pitt 84-73, reaches 1st Sweet 16 since 2017

· March 19, 2023

GREENSBORO, N.C. Sean Miller has unselfish Xavier back in the Sweet 16.

Pitt holds Iowa State to 23% shooting in 59-41 1st-round win
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Pitt holds Iowa State to 23% shooting in 59-41 1st-round win

· March 17, 2023

GREENSBORO, N.C. Nelly Cummings scored 13 points and No. 11 seed Pittsburgh held sixth-seeded Iowa State to 23% shooting in a 59-41 victory in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Friday.

Bears trade No. 1 overall to Panthers for four draft picks, wideout DJ Moore
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Bears trade No. 1 overall to Panthers for four draft picks, wideout DJ Moore

· March 11, 2023

CHARLOTTE, N.C. The Carolina Panthers are on the clock.

Panthers sign CB Norman; Horn to have wrist surgery
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Panthers sign CB Norman; Horn to have wrist surgery

· December 26, 2022

CHARLOTTE, N.C. The Carolina Panthers have signed 35-year-old cornerback Josh Norman to the practice squad because starter Jaycee Horn s status for Sunday s crucial game against the Tampa Bay Buccan