Carolina Panthers-related news and nuggets from around the web.

 

On a brash defense, a linebacker quietly leads [NY Times]

Reviewing Cam Newton's first five seasons on and off the field. [Charlotte Observer]

Thomas Davis, Ryan Kalil soaking in another postseason appearance. [Gaston Gazette]

Former UGA players do good in Charlotte. [Online Athens]

Local paper catches up with Tre Boston and his mom. [news-press]

How effective will Marshawn Lynch be after two months off? [Seattle Times]

New Lions GM wants to imitate Panthers. [Detroit Free Press]

Prediction roundups:

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[ESPN]

5 numbers that matter. [ESPN]

Another number that matters:

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