
The Carolina Panthers have posted a 7-6 record through 13 games in 2025. Bryce Young leads with 2,337 passing yards and 18 touchdowns. Rico Dowdle tops rushing with 929 yards. Tetairoa McMillan dominates receiving with 826 yards and 6 touchdowns. The defense has recorded 18 sacks and 12 interceptions.
The Carolina Panthers sit at 7-6 after 13 games, leading the NFC South division. They’re averaging 19.0 points per game while allowing 19.6. The team has found balance under head coach Dave Canales, mixing a ground game with second-year quarterback Bryce Young’s improved passing.
The Panthers rank 20th in total offense (311.2 yards per game) but have been efficient in key situations. They convert 36.9% of third downs and 70% of fourth down attempts. The offense has generated 249 first downs compared to 238 allowed.
Carolina’s turnover margin sits at zero, with the offense committing 10 interceptions while the defense has created 12. The team’s field goal kicking (82.6%) and punting average (47.4 yards) provide solid special teams support.
Bryce Young has thrown for 2,337 yards across 12 games with a 63.4% completion rate. He’s connected on 230 of 363 attempts for 18 touchdowns against 9 interceptions. His passer rating of 87.9 shows marked improvement from his rookie season.
Young averages 194.8 passing yards per game with a 6.4 yards-per-attempt average. He’s been sacked 22 times for 162 yards lost. His longest completion of the season went for 54 yards.
Andy Dalton has appeared in 4 games as the backup, completing 25 of 37 passes (67.6%) for 293 yards, 1 touchdown, and 1 interception. His 89.1 passer rating slightly edges Young’s, though on a much smaller sample size.
The Panthers have attempted 400 total passes this season, ranking them in the middle of the league. Young’s ability to limit turnovers has been crucial—his 2.5% interception rate is manageable for a second-year quarterback.
Rico Dowdle leads the backfield with 192 carries for 929 yards and 5 touchdowns. He averages 4.8 yards per carry, with his longest run covering 53 yards. Dowdle has also contributed 29 receptions for 254 yards and 1 receiving touchdown.
Chuba Hubbard has carried 111 times for 433 yards and 1 touchdown. His 3.9 yards-per-carry average is lower than Dowdle’s, but he’s been effective in the passing game with 23 catches for 194 yards and 3 scores. Hubbard’s dual-threat ability adds flexibility to the offense.
Trevor Etienne has emerged as the third-down back with 20 carries for 94 yards. He’s also a factor in the return game with 26 kick returns for 617 yards. The rookie brings speed to special teams while spelling the primary backs.
The Panthers rank 12th in rushing yards per game (125.5) and have generated 88 rushing first downs. The ground game’s consistency has allowed Young to work from manageable down-and-distance situations.
Tetairoa McMillan has established himself as the top target with 57 receptions for 826 yards and 6 touchdowns. He averages 14.5 yards per catch and has been targeted 98 times. His 63.5 yards per game pace him as one of the league’s breakout rookie receivers.
Xavier Legette has caught 28 passes for 287 yards and 3 touchdowns in 11 games. His 10.3 yards-per-reception average and ability to make contested catches give Young a reliable short-to-intermediate option.
Tight end Ja’Tavion Sanders leads all tight ends with 25 catches for 176 yards. Tommy Tremble has added 20 receptions for 186 yards and 1 touchdown, including a 54-yard catch that stands as the team’s longest reception of the season.
Jalen Coker has contributed 18 catches for 224 yards and 1 touchdown in limited action over 7 games. His 12.4 yards-per-catch average suggests he’s a vertical threat when called upon.
The Panthers have caught 255 passes as a team with 19 receiving touchdowns. They’ve accumulated 1,352 yards after catch, showing their receivers can create after initial contact.
Christian Rozeboom leads the team with 91 total tackles (43 solo, 48 assists) over 11 games. He’s forced 1 fumble and has been involved in 5 tackles for loss. His sideline-to-sideline range anchors the middle of the defense.
Tre’von Moehrig ranks second with 81 tackles (50 solo, 31 assists) and has recorded 1 sack and 1 interception. Nick Scott adds 75 tackles from his safety position with 1 interception and 1 fumble recovery.
Derrick Brown leads the defensive line with 4 sacks and 45 total tackles. The veteran defensive tackle has been disruptive up front with 4 tackles for loss and 1 forced fumble. A’Shawn Robinson complements him with 2.5 sacks and 46 tackles.
Jaycee Horn leads the team with 5 interceptions, returning them for 46 yards. He’s also broken up 6 passes and recorded 25 tackles. Mike Jackson has 3 interceptions (including 1 returned for a touchdown) and has defended 13 passes.
The defense has combined for 18 sacks, 129 yards lost, and 47 tackles for loss. They’ve forced 6 fumbles and recovered 5. With 12 interceptions returned for 195 yards and 2 touchdowns, the secondary has been opportunistic.
Ryan Fitzgerald has connected on 19 of 23 field goal attempts (82.6%) with a long of 57 yards. He’s 5-for-5 from 20-29 yards, 7-for-8 from 30-39, 5-for-6 from 40-49, and 2-for-4 from 50-plus. He’s also made 20 of 23 extra points (87.0%).
Sam Martin averages 47.4 yards per punt on 44 attempts with a long of 68 yards. His net average of 39.8 yards reflects decent coverage, and he’s pinned opponents inside the 20-yard line 20 times. He’s had 2 touchbacks, and opponents have returned 22 punts for 293 yards.
Trevor Etienne handles both kick and punt returns. He’s returned 26 kickoffs for 617 yards (23.7 average) with a long of 45 yards. On punt returns, he’s averaged 7.4 yards on 15 attempts.
Rico Dowdle and Chuba Hubbard have also contributed to the return game with 7 and 6 kick returns, respectively. The Panthers average 24.2 yards per kick return as a team.
The Panthers rank 20th in total offense (311.2 yards per game) and 17th in total defense (331.1 yards allowed). Their scoring offense ranks 22nd, while their scoring defense sits at 19th.
In the passing game, Carolina ranks 24th with 202.3 yards per game. Their 63.8% completion percentage is 17th, and they’ve thrown the 19th-most touchdown passes (19). Young’s 87.9 passer rating ranks 23rd among qualified starters.
The rushing attack ranks 12th at 125.5 yards per game with a 4.4 yards-per-carry average that’s slightly above league average. The Panthers have scored 7 rushing touchdowns, putting them in the middle of the pack.
Defensively, the Panthers allow 222.3 passing yards per game (19th) and 118.7 rushing yards (10th). They’ve recorded 18 sacks (tied for 21st) and 12 interceptions (15th). The defense allows 5.5 yards per play compared to the league average of 5.4.
Red zone efficiency tells an important story. The Panthers score touchdowns on 50% of red zone trips (16th in NFL), while their defense allows touchdowns 55.6% of the time (17th).
Bryce Young’s numbers show clear growth from his rookie year. His completion percentage jumped from 59.8% to 63.4%, and his touchdown-to-interception ratio improved from 11:10 to 18:9. He’s taking fewer sacks per dropback and making better pre-snap reads.
The offense has found balance with 370 rush attempts versus 400 pass attempts. This 48-52 split allows them to control game tempo and keep defenses honest. When they establish the run, Young’s efficiency increases.
Turnover differential has been neutral (0), but that masks improvement. Through the first 6 games, the Panthers were minus-4 in turnover margin. They’ve since gone plus-4 over the last 7 games, showing better ball security and defensive playmaking.
Home and away splits reveal interesting patterns. At Bank of America Stadium, the Panthers are 4-3 with an average of 21.3 points per game. On the road, they’re 3-3 while scoring 16.3 points per game. The offense functions better in familiar surroundings.
Third-down conversion rates have trended upward. In weeks 1-6, they converted 34.4%. From weeks 7-13, that number rose to 39.6%. Better execution on money downs correlates with their 5-2 record in the second half of games.
You can track real-time Carolina Panthers statistics through several official sources. ESPN.com offers the most comprehensive stat tables updated after every game. The site breaks down individual player stats by category and includes sortable columns.
The official Panthers.com team site provides stats with a team-branded presentation. They separate offensive, defensive, and special teams statistics and allow you to compare current season numbers with historical data going back to 1995.
NFL.com’s Panthers team page includes quick-reference stats alongside news and schedule information. While less detailed than ESPN, it’s useful for checking headline numbers and league rankings.
For mobile users, the official Panthers mobile app (available on iOS and Android) delivers live stat tracking during games. The ESPN app and Yahoo Sports app also provide real-time updates with customizable notifications for specific players.
Fantasy football platforms like ESPN Fantasy, Yahoo Fantasy, and Sleeper update stats continuously throughout game days. These sites include fantasy points alongside traditional statistics, making them valuable for fantasy owners.
The 2025 Carolina Panthers have shown measurable improvement on both sides of the ball. Bryce Young’s development as a passer, combined with a productive ground game led by Rico Dowdle, has given the offense balance. The defense, while not elite, creates enough turnovers to keep games competitive. At 7-6, they’re positioned for a potential playoff push if current trends continue.