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Matthew Schmidt

Matthew Schmidt

Joined: Jan 5, 2025

Matthew Schmidt is a sportswriter who covers NFL, MLB, NBA and some college. He has been writing professionally since 2011 and has also worked for Bleacher Report, FanRag Sports, ClutchPoints, NFLAnalysis.Net and NBAAnalysis.net. He was born and raised in New Jersey and has a rather eclectic group of favorite teams: the Boston Celtics, New York Giants and Miami Marlins.

Jan 7, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants linebacker Azeez Ojulari (51) celebrates with defensive tackle Rakeem Nunez-Roches (93) after recovering a fumble during the second half against the Philadelphia Eagles at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
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Panthers oddly miss golden opportunity to steal talented pass rusher

The Carolina Panthers just watched as a golden opportunity slipped through their fingers in NFL free agency.

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Oct 4, 2024; Eugene, Oregon, USA; Oregon Ducks defensive end Jordan Burch (1) celebrates with teammates linebacker Bryce Boettcher (28) and linebacker Teitum Tuioti (44) after recovering a fumble for a safety during the first half against the Michigan State Spartans at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images
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Panthers connected to gifted pass rusher that could alter their defense

The Carolina Panthers have been linked to a massive sleeper pass rusher that could potentially alter their defense for the 2025 NFL season and beyond.

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Oct 2, 2022; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Panthers cornerback Jaycee Horn (8) during pregame activity against the Arizona Cardinals at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images
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Panthers star fires bold message to doubters in most unique way possible

This Carolina Panthers star has sent a very strong message to his critics.

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Sep 22, 2024; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Carolina Panthers general manager Dan Morgan during the game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Carolina Panthers must make this obvious move to cap free agency

The Carolina Panthers need to make this move in order to put the cherry on top of their haul in NFL free agency.

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Dec 17, 2023; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Panthers cornerback Jaycee Horn (8) is introduced before the game at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images
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Carolina Panthers star blasts fiery message to teammates

This Carolina Panthers star has delivered an urgent message to his teammates for the 2025 NFL season.

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Dec 1, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Panthers running back Jonathon Brooks (24) during pregame warmups against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images
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Panthers big RB move sadly confirms worst-case scenario for this player

The Carolina Panthers big move at running back has confirmed everyone's worst fear for one player in particular.

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Dec 22, 2024; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson (91) runs onto the field before the game against the Cleveland Browns at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Insider drops update on Panthers' potential pursuit of DPOY finalist

Could the Carolina Panthers try to trade for this superstar defensive player during the NFL offseason?

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Feb 25, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Carolina Panthers general manager Dan Morgan speaks during the NFL Scouting Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Panthers made one of free agency's smartest moves no one is talking about

The Carolina Panthers made a very shrewd move in NFL free agency, and it's flying under the radar.

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Sep 22, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver KaVontae Turpin (9) reacts after scoring a touchdown during the second half against the Baltimore Ravens at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
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Cowboys steal explosive free agent target away from Panthers

The Carolina Panthers have watched as another weapon has signed elsewhere in NFL free agency, this time with the Dallas Cowboys.

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Dec 18, 2022; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Panthers cornerback Jaycee Horn (8) watches the offense in the final seconds during the second half against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images
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Carolina Panthers' Jaycee Horn contract keeps getting worse

The contract extension the Carolina Panthers just handed cornerback Jaycee Horn keeps looking worse and worse.

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Dec 1, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans (13) catches the ball as Carolina Panthers cornerback Michael Jackson (2) defends in overtime at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images
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NFL free agency: Carolina Panthers retain crucial piece for secondary

The Carolina Panthers have made another big move for their secondary in NFL free agency.

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Oct 15, 2023; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Milton Williams (93) reacts after a defensive stop during the second half against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
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Panthers dodge huge bullet by avoiding massive free agent overpay

The Carolina Panthers probably dodged a huge bullet by not overpaying for this NFL free agent.

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