Panthers Schedule Release, Lee Hunter Inks Deal, & Turk Wharton Injury Update

The 2026 NFL schedule is officially locked in, and we are breaking down every single matchup, prime-time window, and brutal road stretch facing the Carolina Panthers this season! But the schedule drop isn't the only massive news coming out of Charlotte. The front office officially wrapped up its rookie draft class by signing second-round defensive tackle Lee Hunter to his four-year rookie deal. Unfortunately, that rookie signing becomes instantly critical following the devastating news that veteran lineman Tershawn "Turk" Wharton is out indefinitely after undergoing neck surgery. We dive into how Hunter and the rest of the defensive rotation will adapt, and give our way-too-early record predictions for the year ahead. Keep pounding!