Panthers, Beason far apart; team signs Jarrett

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The Carolina Panthers reached a stalemate in negotiations Friday with first-round pick Jon Beason, making it likely he’ll be the team’s first rookie holdout in four years. “We’re not close. I would say we’re miles apart,” general manager Marty Hurney said. By MIKE CRANSTONAP Sports Writer SPARTANBURG, S.C. (AP) – The Carolina Panthers reached a […]


Panthers face distractions on first day of training camp

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Kris Jenkins climbed out of his black Escalade with his personal trainer, waved off reporters and walked inside the dormitory, leaving the trainer to answer questions about his weight and fitness. He insisted Jenkins, who skipped June’s voluntary workouts and had asked for a new contract, was in great shape. But he wouldn’t say how […]


Earnhardt to address driving future

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TALK BACK—What do you think about Earnhardt joining Hendrick Motorsports? Post your comments in our forums. CHARLOTTE, N.C.—Dale Earnhardt Jr. wants to win championships, and there’s no better place to do that than at Hendrick Motorsports. The most frenzied free agency in NASCAR history will end Wednesday when Earnhardt reveals where he’ll drive next season, […]


Carstens determined to return to Panthers despite kidney disease

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Jordan Carstens came to practice late last season thinking he had pulled a muscle in his rib cage, but the problem was much more serious. The Carolina Panthers reserve defensive tackle spent the next week in the hospital with a blood clot on his left lung. Seven months later, doctors are still trying to find […]