
Panthers’ Rico Dowdle Fined for Touchdown Celebration, Turns Penalty Into Charity Drive
Carolina running back Rico Dowdle was fined over $14,000 for an on-field celebration, but he’s using the attention to raise funds for children in need.

Carolina running back Rico Dowdle was fined over $14,000 for an on-field celebration, but he’s using the attention to raise funds for children in need.

Despite a 27-10 loss to the Seahawks, Carolina remains in control of its playoff destiny with a Week 18 showdown against Tampa Bay.

Rookie wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan issued a public apology after using a racial slur while streaming a Madden 26 game, amid a week in which he also won NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year.

Carolina rookie wideout Tetairoa McMillan has been added to the injury report with a hamstring issue, putting his availability for Sunday’s divisional clash against the New Orleans Saints in doubt.

Orlando’s emphasis on physical defense and adjustments powers a dominant Play-In victory.

After missing 10 games with a groin strain, Paolo Banchero is set to rejoin a surging Orlando Magic team that went 7–3 in his absence.